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Welcome to KPFP.ORG's Newsletter, Issue #16
 Kings Partnership for Prevention received its 501c-3 status in October of 2009. We are funded in part by Kings County Behavioral Health and we recently received a small grant from the Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council of Kings County for a specific project.
The coalition is in need of funds to keep our media outreach projects in place. This includes this newsletter, presented monthly to our list of supporters and our website, www.kpfp.org. Our website has been in operation a little over a year and provides news, a calendar, and resources for the community. We are linked to 211 and other valuable partner sites across the County.
If your organization, or if you as an individual can help support the Coalition, it will be great appreciated. In this time of economic downturn, many services to community members have been lost. KPFP does not want their newsletter and website to be one more lost service!
Contributions of any amount can be mailed to:
Kings Partnership For Prevention
450 Kings County Drive, Suite 104,
Hanford, CA 93230
You can also visit our website at www.kpfp.org to use PayPal.
Thank you in advance for your donation and supporting the mission of Kings Partnership for Prevention.
Nell Lobdell,
Coordinator
Kings Partnership for Prevention
KPFP News
 And the winner of the $25 Starbucks Gift Card is...
PENNY MILLER!! of Central Union School District. Congratulations to Penny and thank you everyone who responded to the 2010 KPFP Strategic Planning Survey. Below is a brief summary of the finding. We will present the card at the July 2nd KPFP meeting, 10:00 am at Hannah's House.
 2010 Strategic Planning Survey Results
36 responses to the survey
Three top issues currently facing Kings County, in order were:
Alcohol Abuse 28.5%
Methamphetamine Abuse 25%
Lack of Services 23.8%
Issues the 36 respondents felt Kings Partnership for Prevention should, and is capable of addressing:
Alcohol Abuse 12.7%
Prescription Drug Abuse 12.7%
Teen Pregnancy 12.7%
Top two Prevention Strategies that the 36 respondents felt would best address each of the issue identified as an issue KPFP could address:
Alcohol Abuse
Environmental Campaigns – 31.2%
Education – 31.2%
Prescription Drug Abuse
Problem Identification/Referral – 35.7%
Education – 35.7%
Teen Pregnancy
Education – 75%
Community Based Processes – 16.6%
Strategies identified to address the other two issues of current concern which the respondents felt KPFP should not or is not capable to address:
Methamphetamine Abuse
Problem Identification/Referral – 26.6%
Environmental campaigns - 20%
Lack of Services
Community Based Processes -30.7%
Information Dissemination – 23.0%
June Events
 2nd Annual Health Fair & Free Clinic
June 12, 2010
Kings County Fair Grounds
801 S. 10th Avenue
Hanford, Ca. 93230
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Free Health Clinic for individuals who are low income and/or do not have insurance
SAVE THE DATE!
Medical Services – Servicios Medicos
Pediatrics - Pediatria
Dental - Dentisa
Vision Tests – Examenes de Vista
Acupuncture – Acupuntura
Healthy Families Information/Informacion
Blood Sugar Testing – Examen de Azucar
 Tobacco Retail Licensing Day of Action June 16th!
Planning a tobacco retail licensing campaign in your community?
Involved in a local youth purchase survey?
Helped to successfully pass a TRL in your city or county?
Be part of something larger!
Get involved in the
Tobacco Retail Licensing Day of Action:
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010
TO REGISTER
A Day of Action is an opportunity for youth to get involved in reducing illegal tobacco sales to minors in their communities (no travel necessary). Whether you're currently working on a TRL campaign or not, the Day of Action will be an engaging activity to educate teens and the community on the problem of youth access to tobacco, while connecting youth advocates from across the state and generating momentum for local TRL campaigns.
 Announcing the Central Valley Region 7 : SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING and MATHEMATICS (STEM) Service-Learning Summer Institute
Dates, Time & Location: June 17-18 (16 hrs) : Thursday - Scout Island, 8:00 am, Fresno & Friday - Burris Park, 8:00 am – Kingsburg
Overview
This Institute is designed to help support middle school teachers, high school teachers, higher education faculty and community partners as they develop and implement STEM-based service-learning (S-L) projects. Institute participants will receive a $500 stipend and will join a STEM S-L Project Team which includes teachers, students, and relevant business, agency or community partners.
To apply, fill out the application form. Institute limited to 20. Directions and agenda will be provided upon receipt of application. DEADLINE TO APPLY JUNE 11, 2010.
For more information or to apply contact:
Nell Lobdell
Region 7 Service Learning Lead
Kings County Office of Education
nlobdell56@comcast.net
(559) 904-4446
 “Live Life, Live Health, At Any Age”
Annual Physical Activity and Nutrition Forum 2010
Date: Wednesday, June 23rd
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: International Agri-Center
4500 Laspina Street Tulare, CA 93275
No cost nutrition and physical activity information with presentations and resources in all age groups from early childhood to the elderly. Forum Topics: * Presentations * Chef in the Classroom * Silver Sneakers * Networking * Exhibits * Interactive physical activity and nutrition resources * Farmers Market
For more info or to reserve a
No cost exhibitor’s table, contact
Starr Cloyd @ (559)255-4300,
scloyd@cvhnclinics.org
 Project Homeless Connect Planning Meeting
The Project Homeless Connect meeting is scheduled for Wednesday June 30th, 2010 at 3 PM.
It will be located at the Kings United Way office, 11050 13th Ave, Hanford.
This years Project Homeless Connect has been scheduled to take place on November 4th, 2010.
For more information contact:
Lucia Orozco,
HMIS Specialist
Kings United Way
Phone: 559-584-1536
Fax: 559-584-1098
www.kingsunitedway.org
National Gang Violence Conference (19th Annual) - Anaheim, Calif, June 29-July 2, 2010
When: June 29 - July 2, 2010 (Tues.-Fri.)
Where: Hilton Anaheim Hotel, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim, CA 92802
Topics: Gangs Suppression Strategies, Gang Unit Management, Graffiti, Policy Maker Topics, Gangs and the News Media, Technology/Information Based Policing, Gang Intervention Workers, Gang Prevention and Intervention Strategies, and Gangs in Schools.
Program info: Visit the California Gang Investigators Association at www.cgiaonline.org
Certification: California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified N/A.
Fees: Non-CGIA member attendance is $295. CGIA members - $265. Additional $25 after early registration ends June 21.
Registration: Registration form available at www.cgiaonline.org and Fax to (714) 908-7100.
One of many postings advertising the conference - American Police Beat magazine
National Sheriffs Association Conference and Exhibition - Anaheim, Calif, June 26-June 30, 2010
When: June 26 - June 30, 2010 (Sat.-Wed.)
Where: Anaheim Convention Center
NSA Conference Registration: www.sheriffs.org
Note: Proof of registration at the NSA conference allows entry into the exhibition hall at the National Gang Violence Conference (19th Annual) - Anaheim, Calif, June 29-July 2, 2010. www.cgiaonline.com Proof of registration at the CGIA conference allows entrance into the exhibition hall of the NSA conference. Note that this reciprocal entrance only applies to the exhibit halls, not to training seminars.
July Events
 Kings County Asthma Coalition: Allies Against Asthma - Health Fair 2010
Date: Sunday, July 11, 2010
Time: Noon - 3 PM
Location: The Hanford Mall
Asthma Screenings
Health Information
Prize Drawings
Music
Call (559) 584-1411 for more information
Webinars
 MANAGING INDUSTRY DONATIONS: A PRIMER AND DISCUSSION ON HOW PLANNING AND ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY DEVELOPMENT CAN HELP.
Like all organizations that provide social services, AOD prevention providers are living in an environment of scarce resources and shrinking budgets. Many organizations providing substance abuse prevention services find themselves in a dilemma when deciding to accept or solicit support from a donor whose business or affiliations are (or can be perceived to be) in conflict with the organization's mission. Take for example the common practice of soliciting donations from wineries, especially in the many wine growing regions of California. The decision to accept or not accept funds/donations/sponsorships from this type of company does not come easily, there are many considerations. CARS has prepared a Prevention Tactic that addresses this issue and offers a practical guide to establishing guidelines and policy to address this common fundraising dilemma.
To access the Tactic, click here.
To register for this no-cost webinar, visit: www.cpiwebinars.org
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EVIDENCE-BASED INTERVENTIONS, A NEW PARADIGM FOR SELECTING PREVENTION STRATEGIES.
What was the last prevention intervention you implemented? Think back to how that particular program or practice was selected in the first place. "I was just told this is what we would implement." "A neighboring county was doing it and it looked interesting." "The Executive Director heard about it at a conference, so now we're trying to fund it here." Or, "We've always done it like this."
For those in the substance abuse prevention field, SAMHSA* has outlined a new standard for assessing evidence and provides a web-based, decision-making resource that is an essential step in the planning process. The recently updated National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP) site helps those in the field find interventions through an interactive searchable database. SAMHSA has moved from categorical ratings of programs, which prompted a "pick of the list" approach, to one that guides you toward choices that consider evidence related to the relevance and appropriateness of fit for your community, resources, and capacity. The approach to finding interventions is outcomes driven, and includes a selection process that leads to interventions that are culturally relevant and more likely to be sustained. Join CARS for an interactive and informative presentation, with time for questions and discussion on this expanded view of evidence and what works.
www.samhsa.gov
To register for this no-cost webinar, visit: www.cpiwebinars.org
Local Announcements
The Hanford Chamber of Commerce
For this week's newsletter, please click here.
If you are interested in signing up for the Hanford Chamber of Commerce's weekly newsletter, please click here.
Kings United Way Launches Facebook Page
Kings United Way has launched a Facebook page to keep everyone informed of the various activities occurring and how you can get involved to make a difference in your community. If you want to be part of the Live United movement, consider becoming a “fan” of Kings United Way’s Facebook page. You will need a Facebook account. The instructions are below:
1) Log onto Facebook
2) Follow this link
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kings-United-Way/116748988357525
3) Click on the “Like” button near the top of the page
4) That’s it! You’ll get news feed updates on United Way activities
Kings United Way is pleased to announce the 211 System is up and running!
I am sure that you've heard already, but just in case you haven't, Kings United Way has the 211 system up for Kings County. We wanted to make sure that we are all getting as much info to them as possible on services that are available in the community. The operators will be using the kings 211 website to pull the info/referral for caller. So we want to make use that resources are provided to Kings United Way so they can make sure the operators have access to the info.
Please send your information about your programs to United Way for the 211. We want to be sure the operators have as much information about services as possible. Contact Fedieson Landicho, 211 Coordinator at 584-1536.
 COMMUNITY CLOTHES CLOSET: People Helping People
For the benefit of the men and women of Kings County who are seeking employment.
Career success, for many, depends on donations of clothing and money. Donations help to bridge the gap between unemployment and employment. This is a free resource to those in need and currently seeking work.
Click Here to download an informational flyer to donate your time, money or clothing.
 Do you have a family member who suffers from a mental illness? You are not alone.
Come and join us at the Family Support Group Meeting -
First and Third Tuesday of Every Month
Reception 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Meeting 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kings County Behavioral Health
450 Kings County Dr., Suite 104
Hanford, CA
Providing support to families and others coping with mental health issues - from schizophrenia, bi-polar to depression.
For more information call 559-582-3211 Ext. 2333
Trainings & Conferences
 June 15
Cultural Competency 101 - Awareness and Understanding
Location: The Hacienda
2550 West Clinton
Fresno, CA 93705
Trainers:
Denise Auclair, RASi & Sharon Snaer-Hill, FACT
June 25
COD- Level 1 for AOD counselors and Mental Health Clinicians
Location: William R. Mead -Training Center
2550 West Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA
Trainers: Jenny Bates, LCSW and Rohina Fazil, MSW
For more Mental Health Systems, Inc Conference and Events
The 17th Annual NATIONAL
FORUM on
Character Education
 Gain Insight, Ideas, and Inspiration for Effective Character Education
In San Francisco it’s hard to separate learning from fun! Participants
will have unparalleled opportunities: high profile keynotes, dynamic
workshops and engaging sessions, hot topic discussion groups,
networking opportunities, school site visits, city tours and more.
The timing couldn’t be better, as October is Character Education Month in
California. You won’t want to miss this conference.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Hotel
October 28-30, 2010
For more conference information visit, www.character.org
 4th Annual International Corrections and Prisons Leadership Summit: Public Safety Through Evidence-based Best Practices (EBP) for Correctional Reform, Reentry and Reintegration
Date: July 26 - 30 2009
Location: Atlanta, GA, USA
You are invited to join us for our upcoming 4th Annual International Prisons & Corrections Leadership Series taking place in Atlanta, Georgia, USA this July 26-30 at the Marriott Perimeter Center. The program theme is, "Public Safety Through Evidence-based Practices (EBP) for Correctional Reform, Reentry & Reintegration".
The event features 3 consecutive workshops which together offer a comprehensive template for evidence-based approaches for correctional reform and reentry, relapse prevention and managing recidivism.
This can't miss training opportunity featuring re-entry and reintegration strategy and tactics, implementation and community collaboration, performance measurement and assessment practice, alternatives to incarceration, networking and site visits.
Featured for first time -- Practitioner talks focused on actual re-entry implementation, obstacles encountered and how they were solved -- even in the face of massive budget cuts and accelerated prisoner releases!
Review the complete program details online and register by clicking here or if you prefer, download PDF brochure of the entire program. To register immediately, download registration form and fax to 678-605-0271. If you need assistance or have questions, call us at +1(770)409-8780 or email me at yvette@joyfields.org.
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