
Deondri’s Journey to Healing and Hope
For Deondri, the road to recovery started with a chance meeting on the bus with someone whose life had been transformed by Pacific Clinics. After that fateful encounter, he decided it was time to get help.
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For Deondri, the road to recovery started with a chance meeting on the bus with someone whose life had been transformed by Pacific Clinics. After that fateful encounter, he decided it was time to get help.
Chris grew up in an abusive household. At age 16, he ended up walking to another city to go be with his grandmother. After she then passed away tragically, Chris has found family, home and purpose through the Pacific Clinics Crossroads Transitional Housing Program.
We’ve always had an open home and open door for everyone who needed help,” says Juana. “This is where our calling is. This is what we were supposed to do.
Ty, a young adult who identifies as nonbinary and transgender, lost their mom at a young age. While home life was uncertain with their dad, who couldn’t fully accept that Ty wouldn’t be keeping their birth name, Ty found Pacific Clinics’ Hope Drop-In Center.
Bakari, first came to Pacific Clinics more than a decade ago after being hired as a behavioral specialist. In this role, he worked within the Bay Area community to help at-risk and unhoused youth, many of whom were currently or formerly involved in the foster care system.
At Pacific Clinics’ Camp Hollygrove, nestled in the heart of Hollywood, art is more than just an activity; it’s a path to healing. One of the most beloved traditions on campus is the mask-making project, a therapeutic art experience that has been part of camp for more than a decade.
Pacific Clinics Recovery Education Institute (REI) hosted an annual training event as part of our ongoing investment in workforce development. The event offered free, peer-centered training and support for new and experienced professionals.
Pacific Clinics hosted an open house to celebrate the launch of its newest and fifth Clubhouse in the city of Yucaipa. The event
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Pacific Clinics employees celebrated Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month by representing the agency at community events across the state.
Radio Indigena recently spoke with Recovery Specialist Cristian “Cris” Telles about Pacific Clinics’ TAY Tunnel in Oxnard and all the services they provide to youth ages 15-25.
Pacific Clinics Family Specialist Heeyoung “Amy” Lee spoke on GBC Radio about the agency’s Asian Pacific Family Center (APFC).
Teams across the Los Angeles/South Coast and Inland Empire regions came together to honor Mental Health Awareness Month through events centered on education, connections and community care.
Many dads are quietly battling stress, depression, and burnout—but few feel safe enough to speak up. It’s time we started listening.
Together, we will improve the future for thousands of children. If you’re a provider, community leader, or advocate — join us today.
Pacific Clinics’ Drop-In Centers, empowers youth ages 15-25 to take an active role in creating positive lifestyle changes within a supportive, safe and understanding environment, helped Selena find support and even a career.
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Myeisha Peguero Gamiño, Chief Communications Officer
mgamino@pacificclinics.org
626-254-5000
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