LOS ANGELES COUNTY IS UPDATING ITS HOMELESS INITIATIVE STRATEGIES MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD The Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative developed 51 strategies in 2016 to address and prevent homelessness. When voters approved Measure H in 2017, it dramatically increased funding for those strategies and expanded the County’s homeless services system. Unfortunately, while an estimated 207 people exit homelessness every day, 277 more people fall into homelessness during the same period for various reasons, including the shortage of affordable housing, lack of a safety net, racial disparities, and economic forces, lately exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board of Supervisors has called for a reassessment of the Homeless Initiative strategies so that the County can double down on proven solutions, make necessary modifications, and develop new approaches. We want to hear from community members, service providers, business owners, faith groups, and more – all voices are essential to update our Homeless Initiative strategies to reflect the priorities of our constituents. The meeting for the San Gabriel Valley is Wednesday, October 13 at 9am, the meeting information link is: San Gabriel Valley (SPA 3) - Wed, October 13, 2021, 9:00 AM The information is also on the City’s website to provide our community the opportunity to join in. https://www.arcadiaca.gov/enrich/recreation___community_services/homeless_services/communit y_meetings.php
SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM
A total of 195 lunch meals were served during the week of September 13 – September 17. The senior lunch program is available Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 12:15pm on a first come, first served basis. On Thursday, September 16, friendly staff from Garfield Medical Center stopped by during lunch to inform everyone about their facility, flu clinic, excellent care services, upcoming events, and locations in the San Gabriel Valley. Seniors took home a goodie bag.
SENIOR CLASSES During the week of September 13 – September 17, virtual classes had 81 students registered. Virtual classes include Pilates, Cardio, Fit for Life, and Intermediate Line Dance. AFTER SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS PROGRAM The Afterschool Playgrounds Program is a free program offered for youth in grades K-5. The program is held at six Arcadia elementary school sites and currently filled to capacity. A variety of activities are offered every week to keep participants entertained.
WESTERN HOEDOWN LUNCH On Friday, September 17, the western themed drive-through lunch event was held. Participants received a fried chicken lunch with all the fixings, iced tea, pie for dessert, and a surprise goodie bag. The Arcadia Rotary Club assisted by putting together all the goodie bags, and on the day of the event, they handed out a total of 79 meals.
