The Partnership

for Safe Families & Communities of VenturaCounty

The Designated Child Abuse Prevention Council

Our mission is “to promote a community committed to safe, healthy, peaceful families.”

-- August 2009 E-Bulletin--

Have a Fun, Healthy & Safe Summer!

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UPCOMING PARTNERSHIP EVENTS

September 2, 2009 General Partnership Meeting

The General Partnership Meeting is a forum for interagency collaboration and coordination. Our meetings are scheduled the first Wednesday of each month from 10am-noon. Join us for an educational presentation by Jerry Beckerman of SegueCareerCenter on September 2, 2009, Location to be determined. For more information contact Jeni Futvoye or Elaine Martinez Curry at (805) 289-0120 or e-mail , or .

September 26, 2009, “Protecting Your Children from Internet Predators”…an Internet Safety workshop for parents. Please see the attached registration flyer.

The Partnership’s Sexual Abuse Prevention Committee presents, “Protecting Your Children from Internet Predators”…an Internet Safety workshop for parents, from 1-4pm on Saturday, September 26, 2009, located at the Camarillo Community Church, 1322 Las Posas Rd, Camarillo, CA. Protect your child by being informed-empower your child against online predators. Parents will learn about the dangers of the web and web lingo, how to identify cyber bullying, how to devise a family computer policy, how to navigate the socializing websites, how to monitor internet chats, and how to recognize sexual abuse, including “grooming” behavior. Presenter: Former La County DA, Robin Sax-frequently seen on Nancy Graves, Larry King Live, Fox News, and author of: Child Molesters and Predators: A Sex Crimes DA Answers Parents 100 Most Asked Questions.

Sponsorship provided by Aspiranet, Action, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Kids and Families Together, Ventura County Community Foundation, Ventura County Deputy Sheriff’s Association, and Tri-Coastal Child Abuse Prevention Coalition.

To make a tax deductible donation to help cover workshop expenses and for registration information please contact Jeni Futvoye or Elaine Martinez Curry at (805) 289-0120 or e-mail or , visit .For more information on the workshop contact Susan Becker at (805) 641-4430.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS

DATE / EVENT / CONTACT
August 12, 2009
Oxnard / Changes to the Lanterman Act
Learn about changes in services and what efforts are being made to minimize the impact of these changes on August 12, 2009at 6:30pm, located at Tri-CountiesRegionalCenter, 2401 East Gonzales Rd, Oxnard, CA93036. The purpose of the training is to provide information about changes to the Lanterman Act and funding for services for individuals with developmental disabilities due to the recent budget cuts. Those who should attend: vendors, families, and persons with developmental disabilities. / Trainings offered in English and Spanish. Please RSVP to Area Board 9: (805) 648-0220
Sponsored by: Area Board 9, Office of Client’s Rights
Advocacy, Tri-CountiesRegionalCenterRainbowConnectionFamilyResourceCenter. Tri-Counties is a participant in this presentation.
SOURCE: rai/, 8/7/09
August 16, 2009
Oxnard / Paint Not Prison Mural - Final Brush Strokes-Free Block Party
Arts for Action's Paint Not Prison team is hosting a Free Block Party to celebrate the inauguration of their new South Oxnard Mural from 12-6pm, on August 16, 2009, located at the Rodeo Community Center, 451 West Hueneme Road, Oxnard. Join them for a day of eclectic music, food, live art, kids’ activities and much more.Click here if you would like to donate to this special community event. Visit our Media Archive to view a short film documenting the mural production process and more of our video projects.

Mural photographed by Jess Gutierrez. Visit our website for more pictures. / For more information visit
SOURCE: Barbara Marquez O’Neill, 7/28/09
August 18, 2009
Oxnard / Communication and Behavior Management
Rainbow Connection FRC presents a video-conference, Communication and Behavior Management, from 10am-noon, on August 18, 2009, located at 2401 Gonzales Rd., Suite 120, Oxnard Ca. Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel, the Clinical Director of Autism Services in the UCSBAutismResearchCenter and the Director of the Eli and EdytheL.BroadCenter for Asperger’s Research will present information on: The Importance of Motivation, Improving Self-Initiated Communication in Children, Decreasing Behavior Problems. / This video conference is FREE. Pre-registration is required by August 16, 2009. For more information or to register contact (805) 485-9643 .
SOURCE: Rainbow Resource Center, 8/3/09
August 18, 2009
Camarillo / Pleasant Valley Neighborhood for LearningFamilyResourceCenter Open House (PVNFL)
The PVNFLFamilyResourceCenter will be from 11am-2pm on August 18, 2009, located at El Descanso School, 1099 Bedford Drive, Camarillo, Ca. 93010. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 11am with the Superintendent of the PleasantValleySchool District and a First 5 Commissioner cutting the ribbon to symbolize the new partnership with the District and First 5 Ventura County. / This event is FREE. For more information contact Rafaela Frausto at
SOURCE: Rafaela Frausto, 7/31/09
August 20, 2009
Ventura / Called to Action: What you need to know!
The Oxnard Chamber of Commerce, Myers, Widders, Gibson, Jones, and Schneider, LLC presents a FREE seminar for nonprofit executives and board members from 8:15-10am on August 20, 2009, located at Courtyard Marriott Oxnard, 600 East Esplanade Dr., Oxnard, Ca. 93036. Participants will learn about: responsibilities of non-profits & board members, essential policies & key traits forboard members, corporate governance & the new form990, election do’s & don’ts, how to avoid an IRS Audit, understanding the concept of, “Development”: the board’s role in
successful fundraising, retention of independent contractors
& other employment concerns. / Workshop is FREE and includes continental breakfast and materials. For information or to register contact: Tawnee N. Pena at (800) 711-2611 or e-mail at .
SOURCE: Amy Balchum, 8/4/09
August 20-21, 2009
Oceanside / The Extended Forensic Evaluation/Interview Training
A free two-day trainingonPublic Child Welfare Training Academy from 9am-4pm on August 20-21, 2009 located at PCWTA, 115 North Ditmar, Oceanside CA, 92054. / Spaces limited to 25 participants. CEUs available.For more information contact Laurie Fortin at (858) 966-5980x5775 or e-mail: .
SOURCE: Susan Becker, 05/14/09
August 20, 2009
Webinar / Protective Factors-Applying Theory to Practice
Join the FriendsNationalResourceCenter and staff from the Strengthening Families Initiative from 2-3:30pm on August 20, 2009, via Webinar. This training will explore how Community Based Child Abuse Prevention (CB-CAP) programs can provide services that build and increase protective factors. The primary focus of the Webinar will be on how CBCAP leads are using a protective factors framework to shape their prevention program strategies. State CBCAP leads will share their experience in applying protective factors theory into practice. Time will be reserved for an in-depth question and answer period. / For more information contact Jean Nussbaum at
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. System requirements: PC-based/Macintosh®-based attendees, Window®s 2000, XP Home, XP Pro, 2003 server, Vista, Mac® OS x 10.4 (Tiger®) or newer
SOURCE:
August 22, 2009
Oxnard / Lideres Campesinas Celebration
Organización en California de Líderes Campesinas, Inc.
invites their Madrinas/Padrinos and friends in celebrating the
leadership of their Executive Director, Mily Treviño Sauceda from
5pm-11pm on August 22, 2009 located at the Ventura County
Adult Day Health Care, 1700 N. Lombard St., Suite150, Oxnard. / Cost of admission: $15, members $5. There will be prizes, music, karaoke, and contests. For more information and exhibidor registration contact: central office (805) 486-7776.
SOURCE: Suguet Lopez, 5/13/09
September 1, 2009
Ventura / VenturaCounty Nonprofit Leadership Council Judgment: The Essence of Leadership in Challenging Times
The Ventura County Nonprofit Leadership Council will be convening from 11:30am-1:30pm on September 1, 2009, located at Ventura County Office of Education Conference and Educational Services Center5100 Adolfo Rd., Camarillo, CA 93012.Join a group of your peers at the next convening andexplore a model for decision making that will serve you in good times and in bad. The overarching theme for this program year is "Doing Less with Less" and will focus on how leaders must develop and expand skills to make choices in the face of challenging times. / Council meeting fee: members $10, non-members $15.
Pre-registration is a must. Contact Susan Seale at (805) 988-0196 ext.110 or e-mail at . Click Here to Register Online!
SOURCE: Dena Jenson, 8/4/09
September 10, 2009
Stockton / Worry Free Advocacy: Understanding the Rules of Nonprofit Advocacy and Election-Related Activities
Alliance for Justice presents, Worry Free Advocacy, from9am-4pm, on September 10, 2009, located at El Concilio, 308 North California Street, Stockton, CA93271. During this one-day workshop for nonprofit managers, staff and volunteers, our attorney-trainers will teach you the rules about: whattype of activities constitute aslobbying, how much can a 501(c)(3) lobby, what are theCalifornia rules and regulations need to be aware of, can a 501C(3) produce a voter guide or invite candidates to speak at events, can a 501(c)(3) work in coalitionwith a 501(c)(4) on an advocacy campaign. / Registration fee: $10. Register by clicking on the link below: Register Now.For information contact Christina Peltier at(510) 444-6070.
SOURCE: 8/4/09
September 12, 2009
Oxnard / Save the Date….Day for Kids
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme will be having a Day for Kids event this year on September 12, 2009 in Oxnard, CA. This is an event where kids and their families can come and spend quality time together free of charge. This year our two main focuses are Childhood Obesity and Prevention of Violence. / For more information contact: Jacqueline Mendoza at (805) 815-4959 ext. 207 or via
SOURCE: Elaine Martinez Curry, 7/30/09
September 16, 2009
Redding / Supporting Father Involvement
Strategies presents Supporting Father Involvement (SFI) from 8:30am-3:30pm, on September 16, 2009, located at Hilton Garden Inn Redding 5050 Bechelli LaneRedding, CA96002. SFIis a family focused, evidenced-based intervention aimed at effectively engaging, recruiting, and supporting fathers as a key participant in family support and strengthening. / This workshop is FREE, continental breakfast and materials included. Pre-registration is required: click on the link below:

SOURCE: Strategies, 8/5/09
September 24, 2009
Fairfield / Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Strategies presents Grandparents Raising Grandchildren from 8am-4pm on September 24, 2009, located at Hilton Garden Inn Fairfield2200 Gateway Blvd., Fairfield, CA94533. This interactive, one-day training will present and discuss the special coping skills for handling family crisis involving three generations -- grandparents, their children, and the grandchildren. A variety of information, resource sites, and programs will be presented to assist those working with grandparents raising grandchildren.
/ Registration fee: $50.00. Register by clicking on the link below:
SOURCE: Strategies, 8/10/09
September 26, 2009
Oxnard / Recovery Happens…National Drug & Alcohol Awareness Month
PrototypesWomenCenter presents, "Recovery Happens” from 1-4pm, on September 26, 2009, located at PrototypesWomenCenter, 2150 N. Victoria Ave in Oxnard. Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate in Recognition of National Drug and Alcohol awareness Month. There will be food, fun, entertainment, kids’ activities and a Raffle for a computer and accessories. Community Providers will be on hand to give out information on various services in thecounty. / This is aFREEevent. For more information and reserving a resource booth contact DonnaGlenn @ 805-382-6296.
SOURCE: Donna Glenn, 8/4/09
October 27-28, 2009
Rancho Cucamonga / Case Management Practice Training
Strategies presents Case Management Practice Training from 8:30am-4pm on October 27-28, 2009, located at Rancho CucamongaFamilyResourceCenter, 9791 Arrow Route
Rancho Cucamonga, CA91730. This intensive two-day training details the fundamental principles, practices, and issues for case management excellence as it applies to the needs of various special populations, such as children, dependent adults, and elders. You will also learn how to implement best-practice case management, and how to develop the specific skills required for dynamic case management. / Registration Fee: $100.
Register today by clicking on the link below:

SOURCE: Strategies, 8/6/09

GRANTS/FUNDRAISING

Ongoing Resource / Ventura County Community Foundation has information/ classes on grants and fundraising for nonprofit organizations.Scholarships are available.
/ For more information visit:
SOURCE: VCCF on-going

PUBLICATIONS

CaliforniaCenter for Research on Women & Families (CCRWF) / Understanding the Child Welfare System: A Primer for Services Providers and Policymakers
Updated edition ofUnderstanding the Child Welfare System: A Primer for Service Providers and Policymakersis now available. Go to Primary author Diane F. Reed with support of the CCRWF partners. Thanks also to the Zellerbach Family Foundation for their grant support. / For more information visit
SOURCE: Lisa Fraser, 7/22/09

RESOURCES

On-Going
Brand New & Fully Certified Desktops &
Laptops for Nonprofits / CharityAdvantage Computer Discounts Weekly
Eligibility Requirements for Purchase: All employees, board members, and volunteers of a nonprofit, church, or ministry organization are eligible to purchase for business, home, and
family. Your organization does not have to be a 501(c) (3). Up to 75% off retail price with full warranty & tech support. / For more information visit
SOURCE: Clarity Advantage, on-going.
On-Going Nonprofit Management Resource / The VenturaCountyCommunityFoundationCenter for Nonprofit Leadership (VCCF)
VCCF offers educational workshops, regional opportunities, funding opportunities, and nonprofit employment opportunitiesand. ResourceCenter for Nonprofit Management is a Cooperating Collection of the FoundationCenter providing
visitors with free public access to grantmaker directories, free charitable events calendar, books on fundraising and nonprofit
management, and the FoundationCenter'selectronic database. The fully searchable database includes detailed profiles of all active U.S. foundations, as well as an extensive file of recent grants awarded by the nation's top funders. Located at VCCF, 1317 Del Norte Rd, Camarillo, Ca. / VCCF contact at (805) 988-0196. Library Hours
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
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SOURCE: VCCF, on-going

Excerpts from Child Welfare Information Gateway

August 2009 Newsletter

PREVENTION

Title: Fatherhood and Recovery.
Author(s): Sanders, Mark.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: The Source
v. 19, 1, Spring 2009, p. 14-16
Available from: National Abandoned Infants Assistance Resource Center
PDF:
Abstract: This article discusses the parenting challenges faced by chemically dependent men in establishing and repairing relationships with their children. The challenges include coping with father ...
Title: Project Fatherhood: Fathers as a Solution.
Author(s): Swinger, Hershel K.;Wishner, Jennifer D.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: The Source
v. 19, 1, Spring 2009, p. 17-19
Available from: National Abandoned Infants Assistance Resource Center
PDF:
Abstract: Project Fatherhood is highlighted, a project designed to support child development by increasing the positive involvement of fathers in parenting their children. The three components ...
Title: Issue Brief: Evidence‐Based Home Visiting.
Published: 2009
Available from: Children's Alliance
PDF:
Abstract: This brief describes home visiting programs in Washington State, programs that provide voluntary and intensive services to low-income families for approximately two years to help ...
Title: Preventing Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Disorders Among Young People: Progress and Possibilities.
Author(s): O'Connell, Mary Ellen.;Boat, Thomas.;Warner, Kenneth E.
Published: 2009
Available from: National Academies Press
URL:
Abstract: This report builds on a 1994 report by the Institute of Medicine (IOM), "Reducing Risks for Mental Disorders: Frontiers for Preventive Intervention Research," which highlighted ...
Title: Preventing Child Abuse: Creating a Safe Place. Fourth Edition.
Author(s): Swagman, Beth.
Published: 2009
Available from: Faith Alive Christian Resources
Abstract: This handbook helps your church develop policies and procedures to protect children and youth from abuse. Includes screening procedures for volunteers and staff, abuse-reporting procedures, ...
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PERMANENCY

Title: Mental Health Needs of Foster Children and Children At-Risk for Removal.
Author(s): Grayson, Joann.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: Virginia Child Protection Newsletter
v. 85, Spring 2009, p. 1-5, 18-20
PDF:
Abstract: This article focuses on the mental health needs of children entering foster care and children at risk to enter care. The challenges involved in providing ...
Title: House Bill 2040, An Act Relating to Establishing a Kinship Guardian Assistance Program. Testimony.
Author(s): McCown, F. Scott.
Published: 2009
Available from: Center for Public Policy Priorities
PDF:
Abstract: This testimony before the Texas House of Representatives Human Services Committee discusses the establishment of a kinship guardian assistance program. It explains the newly passed ...
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ADOPTION

Title: A New Look at the Role of ASFA and Children's Ages in Adoption.
Author(s): Maza, Penelope L.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: Roundtable
v. 23, 1, p. 1-3
Available from: National Child Welfare Resource Center for Adoption
PDF:
Abstract: This brief examines the impact of the Adoption and Safe Families Act (ASFA) on adoption to determine if the hoped-for outcomes have been or are being ...
Title: Good Customer Service: What Public Welfare Workers Should Know About International Adoptions.
Author(s): Groza, Victor.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: Roundtable
v. 23, 1, 2009, p. 7-8
Available from: National Child Welfare Resource Center for Adoption
PDF:
Abstract: This brief discusses the need for public welfare workers to understand issues in international adoptions, strategies public agencies can use to increase the number of ...
Title: Ambiguous Loss Haunts Foster and Adopted Children.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: Adoptalk
Winter 2009, 4 html pages
Available from: North American Council on Adoptable Children (NACAC)
URL:
Abstract: This brief explains the ambiguous loss felt by parents of adopted children with special needs, birth parents, and foster and adopted children. It begins by ...
Title: The Pink Guide to Adoption for Lesbians and Gay Men.
Author(s): Hill, Nicola.
Published: 2009
Available from: British Association for Adoption & Fostering (BAAF)
Abstract: Designed for lesbians and gay men in the United Kingdom who are considering adoption, this book outlines the adoption process and explains what prospective adopters ...
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SAFETY

Title: Drug Information for the Home Visitor.
Published: 2009
Available from: Drug Endangered Child Training Network
PDF:
Abstract: Designed for home health visitors, this brochure provides photos of drug infested homes and notes the risks of such environments to children. Guidelines are provided ...
Title: Substance Abuse and Child Maltreatment. (Chapter 3 in Child Abuse and Neglect: Advancements and Challenges in the 21st Century (Pediatric Clinics of North America, Volume 56, Issue 2).
Author(s): Wells, Kathryn.
Published: 2009
Journal Name: Pediatric Clinics of North America
v. 56, 2, April 2009, p. 345-362
Available from: Elsevier
Abstract: Pediatricians and other medical providers caring for children need to be aware of the dynamics in the significant relationship between substance abuse and child maltreatment. ...
Title: Why We Remove Kids.
Published: 2009
Available from: Action for Child Protection
PDF:
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Abstract: This brief discusses the difficulties child protective services face in deciding whether to remove a child from his or her biological home. It summarizes key ...
Title: Turning the Child Welfare System's Involvement from Crisis to Opportunity. (Appendix C in Helping Substance-Abusing Women of Vulnerable Populations: Effective Treatment Principles and Strategies.)
Author(s): Sun, An-Pyng.
Published: 2009
Available from: Columbia University Press
Abstract: The prevalence of parental alcohol and drug addiction in families involved in the child welfare system is noted, and characteristics of eight substance-abusing mothers in ...
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WELL BEING