Ventura County Public Defender’s Office: A Community Partner in Overdose Prevention
The Ventura County Public Defender’s Office has become a powerful partner in local overdose‑prevention efforts, offering free naloxone kits, fentanyl test strips, and bilingual education every Tuesday at the Hall of Justice. Their compassionate, judgment‑free approach is helping vulnerable clients and families stay safe, building trust, and expanding access to lifesaving resources at community events and Fresh Start clinics. Their work shows what true advocacy looks like—meeting people where they are and giving them another chance at recovery and stability.
Read the full story here: Overdose Prevention Newsletter
Ventura County Food Assistance Resources
Find local programs and services that provide food for individuals and families across Ventura County. From food pantries to meal distribution sites and community support organizations, these resources help ensure everyone has access to meals.
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Presented by Greater Richmond Scan
Adolescence is a time of profound brain growth, creativity, and transformation — not just turbulence. This workshop explores what’s happening inside the adolescent brain and how these changes shape behavior, emotion, and connection. Participants will learn practical ways to stay connected, offer guidance, and nurture strong, supportive relationships with teens.
CE Hours: 1
Presented by Strengthening Families VC and Kids and Families Together, a Division of Pathpoint
Instructors: Senta Greene, M.A., CCLS and Dr. Kathleen Van Antwerp
Training Objectives:
The learner will be able to define Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)
Identify legal issues and impacts in California related to the Commercially Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)
Interpret acronyms of commonly used terms and the agencies/initiatives involved in combating human trafficking
Identify common physical and behavioral indicators exhibited by children and youth who are experiencing commercial sexual exploitation
Strategies for harm reduction
CE Hours: 2
Free three-hour workshop from AIM Entrepreneur & Life Skills Academy for high school juniors and seniors on FICO scores, how to stay out of debt, managing money, budgeting basics, exploring your passions and purpose, identifying your strengths, entrepreneurship, developing a growth mindset, leadership development.
A.I.M. Entrepreneur Academy Training Center
2112 Eastman Ave Suite 101, Ventura, California, 93003, United States
Our office is open daily by appointment.
Please call (805) 389-3120 or email info@casaofventuracounty.org to schedule a time to come in.
If you are experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, please do not come to the office.
Special Thanks
CASA of Ventura County is grateful for the support of the Margie & Robert E. Peterson Foundation and the Rick & Marcie Sexauer Foundation.
