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El Concilio - Para Los Hispanos-Hablantes - Serving San Joaquin and Stanislaus County
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CalWORKs CASE MANAGEMENT
El Concilio's Case Management Program, funded by the Human Services Agency, provides supportive services and motivation for Welfare to Work recipients throughout San Joaquin County.  With five locations in Stockton, Lodi, Manteca and Tracy, El Concilio provides job development training and placement.
(209) 547-2855
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
El Concilio operates two child development centers serving low-to-moderate income families within San Joaquin County. Both centers offer a complete early childhood educational program for children 2-5 years old, and one center provides care for infants. The centers are licensed by the State of California and all teachers are certified by the state in order to enhance the centers' quality care and instruction. Preparation for a successful entry into elementary school is the goal of the educational program. 
(209) 957-9435
ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
El Concilio offers English Language Development (ELD) for those members of our community that wish to learn English. Participants also learn how to obtain scholarships and grants to achieve a better future.
(209) 547-2855
FAMILY SERVICES
El Concilio offers assistance to individuals and families on all matters, such as social security, small claims, emergency protective orders, unlawful detainer (evictions), employment, housing and translation of legal or personal documents.
(209) 547-2855
FIRST OFFENDERS DUI PROGRAM (WET/RECKLESS)
Participants in this program are referred to El Concilio by the courts. Through individual and group counseling sessions, participants learn to identify and resolve alcohol related problems. With encouragement, they work to achieve positive changes in their lifestyles and attitudes.
(209) 547-2855
FIRST STEP RESOURCE RESPONSE
The Concilio receives referrals from the Child Abuse Prevention Council of families with reports of child abuse and/or neglect.  These are cases that do not meet the legal definition of abuse or requirements for law enforcement intervention.  In the past, these types of cases often fell through the cracks.  Concilio staff will visit these families and provide resources and referrals in the hopes of preventing and escalation of problems that will lead to the intervention of Child Protective Services.  this is a very important new program for the children of San Joaquin County.
(209) 547-2855
HEALTH ACCESS AND ITS COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS
El Concilio received a portion of a San Joaquin County Health Access Grant to provide medical access to individuals in southern areas of Stockton and for migrant farm workers throughout San Joaquin County. This program assists those who need to visit the County Hospital for appointments and supportive services, but do not have the means or ability to reach these appointments. Vans provide transportation along designated and non-designated routes.
(209) 461-6307
HEALTH CARE EDUCATION ADVOCACY SERVICES
El Concilio's diverse staff is actively involved in the pursuit of quality health care for the community through the following programs: Healthy Families, Health Access And Its Collaborative Partners, and Maternal Advocacy Program.
(209) 468-9649
HEALTHY FAMILIES
El Concilio's efforts have been paramount in enrolling families throughout San Joaquin County into Healthy Families program. Concilio's enrollments have reached hundreds of individuals per week and continue to climb. In addition, El Concilio reaches members through faith communities, school connections or during home visits for enrollment in both Healthy Families and Medi-Cal Program.
(209) 547-2855
IMMIGRATION SERVICES
This program offers the following services: individual and family consultations, visa processing, translations, affidavit of support, appeals of legalization and naturalization, adjustment of status, family unity, joint petitions, waivers for conditional residents, community education, advice and referrals.
(209) 547-2855
LATINO MENTAL HEALTH BEHAVIORAL WELLNESS PROGRAM
This program is for CalWORKS participants who have life circumstances that have created barriers to work. These issues can affect their success in the CalWORKS program, employment, and in their lives. Behavior Wellness can help with issues such as anxiety, stress, work issues, personal problems, child rearing difficulties, anger management, family concerns, and domestic issues (including domestic violence).
(209) 547-2860 or (209) 952-2454
LATINO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Latino Mental Health Services provides outreach and support to individuals and families with emotional barriers or mental illness. Case managers provide a culturally sensitive environment in conjunction with County Mental Health Services. Referrals are also made to a wide variety of social agencies and medical clinics.
(209) 547-2860 or (209) 952-2454
LA VOZ NEWSPAPER
Concilio began distribution of its new weekly newspaper on March 14, 2002. La Voz San Joaquin County's only weekly Spanish language newspaper, covering local news, as well as national and international issues. For the large immigrant and migrant farm work population, La Voz is their primary source of educational information on important issues concerning the availability of health care for themselves and their families, as well as specific information on diseases affecting the Hispanic community.
(209) 547-0986
LEGAL SERVICES FOR SENIORS
Funded by the San Joaquin County Department of Aging, Concilio’s program for seniors is open to all citizens, ages 60 and over, residing in San Joaquin County. Staffed with a paralegal and consulting attorney, the program offers legal advice and various advocacy services. Other services include educational workshops, presentations pertaining to wills, powers of attorney, restraining orders, small claims, filling out forms, writing legal letters, and many other problems encountered by seniors. There are some services offered to the caretakers of seniors.
(209) 547-2855
MATERNAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM
Maternal Advocates assist nurses and doctors in communicating with their Spanish-speaking clients that are giving birth at San Joaquin General Hospital. The advocates, who are present during the birthing process, help to alleviate fears and misunderstandings surrounding prenatal care and birthing. The advocates also assist clients with completing birth records, registration and any other necessary documents.
(209) 468-6460
MULTIPLE OFFENDER PROGRAM
Participants in the Multiple Offender Program are court-mandated individuals who have experienced more than one alcohol related offense. The eighteen month program encourages offenders to identify their personal link to alcohol and to sever that link through positive avenues and family values.
(209) 547-2855
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF LA RAZA CARDIOVASCULAR PREVENTION INFORMATION
El Concilio received a grant from the National Council of La Raza to provide education to the community regarding the risks of cardiovascular disease and its propensity in the Hispanic population. The Council for the Spanish Speaking / El Concilio received the “Health Affiliate of the Year” award, at the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) National Conference, held July of 2002, at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida.
(209) 468-9649
PARENTS AS TEACHERS (PAT)
El Concilio, in collaboration with FIRST FIVE, has implemented the goal of training parents whose children range from infancy to preschool to recognize and choose good health and education choices for their children. In addition, the PAT staff help families to raise their children to be learners and ready for kindergarten entry.
(209) 461-7150
SALUD PRIMERO
El Concilio's efforts have been paramount in enrolling families throughout San Joaquin County into the Healthy Families program.  Concilio's enrollments have reached hundreds of individuals per week and continue to climb.  In addition, El Concilio reaches members through faith communities, school connections or during home visits for enrollment in both Healthy Families and Medi-Cal programs.
(209) 468-9649
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
El Concilio is always looking for individuals who are willing to give back to the community. Volunteers are needed for clerical help, as well as for special events. Please call for an appointment and to learn how your talents can be used for the good of the entire community. Please read, print and sign the Volunteer Agreement  before coming in for your appointment.
(209) 547-2855
VENDOR PAY
Vendor Pay is part of our CalWORKs Case Management Program funded by the Human Services Agency. This program provides payments for clients' housing, utilities and cash grant where appropriate. While a client is in Vendory Pay, wwe assumen responsibility for paying their monthly rent, utilities adn pay them the remainder of their cash grant when appropriate.

This program requires close articulation with the Human Service Agency, clients and their debtors. The time for clients remaining in Vendor Pay will vary and notification for client Vendor Pay is directed by the Human Service Agency.

Vendor Pay services are available at our CalWORKs Offices located in Stockton, Lodi, Tracy and Manteca.

(209) 547-2855

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