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January 03, 2022 | Department of Health Services
Sonoma CountyContinuum of Care (CoC) Board 2022 Elections
The Sonoma County CoC Board is the decision-making body of the Sonoma County Continuum of Care. The Sonoma County Continuum of Care addresses the problems of housing and homelessness by having a countywide, community-informed, and person-centered CoC system that is compassionate, inclusive, financially responsible, equitable, coordinated, and outcomes based. Nominations are hereby invited for five (5) seats to be chosen by eligible CoC voters at the CoC Quarterly Membership meeting on March 2, 2022 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Nominations and Statement of Interest forms will be accepted until February 23rd at 5:00pm. Read full story
December 29, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Request for Proposals for Hepatitis C Testing Services
The County of Sonoma is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals for Hepatitis C Testing Services. Read full story
December 23, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Preventionand Control
The Sonoma County Department of Health Services (Department) is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for STD Prevention and Control. Read full story
December 21, 2021 | Department of Health Services
New research and educational opportunities for perinatal professionals
Perinatal Covid vaccination updates. Cal AIM changes explained, the new doula benefit and free CHW training. Updates on hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, paid leave, and the White House Call to Action to Reduce Maternal Morbidity and Mortality. Read full story
December 08, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Holidays can be challenging in so many ways. Keep everyone entertained with these free virtual activities. Learn where to access local food support and mental health resources.
Free virtual family programs, from a kids book writing class to exciting air and space topics. Or maybe you want to learn how to host a virtual party? We also list resources for the local food bank and Buckelew Free Family Support Programs. Read full story
December 01, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Words Matter, learn more about Recovery Oriented language.
The words we use affect our brain chemistry and the brains of those we speak to. Recovery oriented language supports healing. Read full story
November 29, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Request for Proposals- Housing Support Services
The Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide 10 short-term, supportive housing beds for Sonoma County’s Local Indigent Care Needs Program (LICN Program). Read full story
November 17, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Secondary Traumatic Stress is treatable and maybe even preventable
Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) can happen when care providers listen to the stories of traumatic events experienced by clients. Take the STS assessment. Read full story
November 10, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Maternal Child and Adolescent Health Supports Fathers!
Fathers need support too! Learn more about father's risks for postpartum depression and resources to help fathers thrive. Read full story
November 03, 2021 | Department of Health Services
Racial Inequities and Covid Infection Increase Risks for Preterm Birth
Premature birth is 60% higher among women with Covid infection during pregnancy; add hypertension, diabetes, or obesity and the risk is 160% for preterm birth. Learn more about the causes and how to help prevent preterm birth. Read full story
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