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The Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna Receives $2 Million to Expand Mental Health Early Intervention Programs for Children, Youth, and Young Adults
Sonoma, CA (April 21, 2024) – In early March, as part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s Master Plan for Kids’ Mental Health, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC),
Hanna Center Celebrates 75 years in Sonoma with silent auction
Since 1945, Hanna has walked with more than 4,000 youth on their healing journeys. In recognition of this momentous anniversary, they are bringing together youth, staff members, and incredible supporters for a special celebration on Saturday, April 20th, for a sparkling evening of inspiring stories, uplifting entertainment, and dazzling dancing.
Construction trades program offers free training in Sonoma
Work and career opportunities are often excellent for our graduates. The key is to get (ourgraduates) into an apprenticeship and then, of course, for them to do well in it, says FrankCuneo of North Bay TIP.
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Events
Trade Apprenticeship Readiness Program
Hanna Center Auditorium, 17000 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CANorth Bay TIP is a Certificated Apprenticeship Readiness Program that will introduce you to apprenticeship in the many building and construction trades. This program will allow you to explore many trades and prepare you with the skills and confidence needed to succussfully apply and enter a state registered trade apprenticeship that is right for you!
Trauma Responsive Sonoma Part 3: Regulation at work
A virtual training series in partnership with Hanna Institute & Sonoma Connect | Sonoma Unidos, Trauma-Responsive Sonoma (TRS) will build our community’s knowledge of the impact of trauma, early adversity, and stress on individuals, communities, and systems.
Trauma Responsive Sonoma Part 4: Competent & Healing-Centered at Work
A virtual training series in partnership with Hanna Institute & Sonoma Connect | Sonoma Unidos, Trauma-Responsive Sonoma (TRS) will build our community’s knowledge of the impact of trauma,
FREE Healing Justice Clinic: Immersive Wellness Event For A Healthy, Happy Summer In Sonoma Valley
Hanna Center Auditorium, 17000 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476As the Sonoma Valley gears up for summer, mental health awareness takes center stage with a FREE Healing Justice Clinic and youth-led panel of Healing Justice Ambassadors. Let’s come together to shed light on mental health challenges while fostering connections and support within our community.
All Stories
Brendan – Alum Success Story
The biggest thing I got out of Hanna was learning how to take time to assess and make choices for my life going forward. I was able to gain mentorship and guidance from the teachers and staff within Hanna, which helped me make big decisions in my life moving forward.
Arthur – Alum Success Story
I was with Hanna for five total years, graduating in 2017. During my stay, I was fortunate to have many staff and peers who really believed in me and pushed me to improve. One major skill I learned at Hanna is time management which has helped me be productive since leaving.
Victor Paredes
Idway into his freshman year at Vallejo High School in 2019, Victor Paredes’s mom pulled him out, fearing for his safety after learning he had joined a gang. “My mom wanted me to go to school there so I could be with my sisters,” Victor explains.
Hector – Scholarship Story
Hector was living in poverty and an unstable environment when he first entered Hanna Center. “I had to make changes in my life,” he says. “Hanna taught me independence and I learned more about my faith.
Mary Jay – Hanna Donor Profile
A faithful donor for many years, Mary Jay gives because she and her brother ‘did not have the option of going to a refuge like Hanna’ when they were both growing up in an abusive household.
Victor Paredes
Midway into his freshman year at Vallejo High School in 2019, Victor’s mom pulled him out, fearing for his safety after learning that he had recently joined a gang.
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