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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

5 days ago

The holidays may be behind us, but our responsibility to our seniors is not.Santa Cruz County is the fastest-aging county in California, and demand for Meals on Wheels is rising fast. Yet federal funding is at risk of being frozen after January 30, which could disrupt support that helps older adults stay nourished, safe, and independent at home.Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County is more than a meal. It’s a lifeline—providing nutrition, wellness checks, and connection for seniors who may otherwise be isolated.This week, our CEO Raymon Cancino published an op-ed in the Santa Cruz Sentinel calling on Congress to act before the deadline to protect and expand funding for Meals on Wheels.If you care about local seniors—our fastest-growing population—please take action today:✅ Contact your U.S. Representative and Senators✅ Urge them to protect and expand Meals on Wheels funding before January 30✅ Tell them Santa Cruz County cannot afford disruptions to senior nutrition servicesFind your representative here: www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representativeFind your senators here: www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htmOur seniors cannot wait. Let’s show that caring for our community isn’t seasonal—it’s who we are.#MealsOnWheels #SantaCruzCounty #SupportSeniors #FoodSecurity #CommunityBridges ... See MoreSee Less

Guest Commentary | A Funding Freeze Would Put Seniors at Risk—Congress Must Act

www.santacruzsentinel.com

“This should not be a partisan issue. Hunger does not wait for compromise. Isolation does not pause for negotiations,” writes Raymon Cancino in a Guest Commentary. “Seniors should...

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

6 days ago

You are not alone and your child does not have to face bullying alone. Join our FREE Triple P workshop to learn practical tools to help your child navigate bullying and build resilience 🌱Thursdays in January on Zoom 💻 ... See MoreSee Less

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad

7 days ago

🌿 East West School of Planetary Herbology 🌿Every other Thursday starting January 8, 2026 for Ear & Head Therapy for Whole-Body Wellness with Michael Tierra.🌿 East West School of Planetary Herbology 🌿Join us every other Thursday starting January 8, 2026 for Ear & Head Therapy for Whole-Body Wellness with Michael Tierra.✨ This includes free acupuncture and herbal medicines for the community.📍 Holistic Clinic in Felton⏰ 10:00–12:30💚 Free📞 Call for the latest schedule📍 6134 Hwy 9, FeltonThank you, Michael Tierra and the East West School of Planetary Herbology, for supporting community wellness! ... See MoreSee Less

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Community Bridges / Puentes De La Comunidad is with Santa Cruz Gives.

1 week ago

Thank you for showing up for our community!Because of your generosity, $10,775 was raised (including a $1,000 Challenge Gift), allowing us to meet our goal and expand life-changing support for local families.✨ Your impact in action:• Personalized Medi-Cal enrollment or renewal assistance for 300 families, ensuring uninterrupted healthcare• Connections to trusted legal partners for 150 participants facing urgent immigration concerns• Bilingual outreach and materials so families can access services in their preferred language• Rapid-response staff support to prevent loss of coverage or missed legal deadlinesYour support keeps doors open to health, safety, and dignity for hundreds of families across Santa Cruz County. Thank You. Learn more about our Family Resource Collective at communitybridges.org/frc/#SantaCruzGives #CommunityBridges #FRCS ... See MoreSee Less

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