Psych Meds . . .how to navigate this conversation

Medication does not “cure” mental illness, but it can help control symptoms and is most effective when combined with therapy. Talk to your provider and come prepared with answers and ready to discuss these questions. What medications have been tried What can they afford What are you willing to take What has not worked What side […]

Find food

https://www.lafoodbank.org/find-food/pantry-locator/ this is the link to the LA Foodbank interactive map.

The Importance of Coalitions

I am at a clinic put on by SAJE https://www.facebook.com/strategicactions Check them out! Here are some things I am learning: Don’t do the work twice. Find someone who shares your interest and push policy more effectively. The policy is important. A coalition can spread the word better and faster. Get a good number of people at public […]

I am a Better American Than You are.

I am a Better American Than You are. My blood is redder than yours. My blood is Bluer than yours. I don’t need freedom of speech because I don’t think I want to say anything that is not mainstream or publicly accepted. I don’t believe in slavery because I have never met a Slave. I […]

The full curriculum

For sleeping in cars, on couches and seeking public assistance A Homeless Curriculum .pdf

How can I get a Veteran Designation on my Driver License?

One of the most common questions we are asked is how to get a Veteran designation on your California driver license or identification card. The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced a program to honor our Veterans by allowing them to apply for a “Veteran” designation on California driver licenses…

Dementia

Rocking the hairnet

I haven’t worn a hairnet since I started college at Cal State Long Beach and worked in the kitchens. As part of my my internship I am serving food today at a shelter and housing projects.

Chronic Illness – Jepordizing Life

One of the greatest challenges to low-income people is managing Chronic Illness. This is a disease that lasts longer than 3 months and cannot be cured with medicine or treatment. Chronic illness is a world of losses. Loss of freedom and security; if you have heart or lung or mobility issues you can’t go hiking […]

Equifax Information Security Breach

This is the letter the USC Chief Information Officer sent. The contents are true for anyone who has had a utility bill or credit card in their name. I have seen people driven into poverty through Identify Theft.