In our area there are hundreds of non-profits that provide programs or services to people in need. Serving Children and Adults in Need (SCAN), I believe, is the organization that offers the largest array services in Webb County and the surrounding areas. Ms. Isela Dabdoub is the Chief Executive Officer of this non-profit organization. With her amazing and professional staff, they manage a $15million budget.
Their mission is Creating Stronger Communities by Empowering People. The organization’s purpose is to provide individuals with access to a variety of evidencebased prevention, intervention, and treatment services that are delivered by highly trained and caring staff members. SCAN has over 40 programs and provides series in 17 different countries. On their website, they classify their programs under the categories of Treatment, Recovery, Intervention, Prevention, Mental Health, Trauma and other.
Since they offer so many programs, we will focus on the Treatment, Recovery and Intervention programs. Their Treatment services support people to stay clean from alcohol and other drugs, and focus on helping them develop to their full potential. It helps them to move forward and embrace recovery.
In our area there are hundreds of non-profits that provide programs or services to people in need. Serving Children and Adults in Need (SCAN), I believe, is the organization that offers the largest array services in Webb County and the surrounding areas. Ms. Isela Dabdoub is the Chief Executive Officer of this non-profit organization. With her amazing and professional staff, they manage a $15million budget.
Their mission is Creating Stronger Communities by Empowering People. The organization’s purpose is to provide individuals with access to a variety of evidencebased prevention, intervention, and treatment services that are delivered by highly trained and caring staff members. SCAN has over 40 programs and provides series in 17 different countries. On their website, they classify their programs under the categories of Treatment, Recovery, Intervention, Prevention, Mental Health, Trauma and other.
Since they offer so many programs, we will focus on the Treatment, Recovery and Intervention programs. Their Treatment services support people to stay clean from alcohol and other drugs, and focus on helping them develop to their full potential. It helps them to move forward and embrace recovery.
These programs include:
SCAN’s Recovery support services are designed to increase the occurrence of long-term recovery from substance use disorders among youth and adults. Recovery support services may precede treatment, accompany treatment, follow treatment or be delivered separately from treatment. SCAN has a Youth Recovery Community Service. It has peer-to-peer recovery support services for individuals between the ages of 13-21 with a history of substance use disorders. It also has the Todo Es Posible recovery support program, which provides support services for adults 18 and older. It emphasizes the importance of self-care and cultural diversity.
These programs include:
Intervention services provide both youth and adults the opportunity to participate in a variety of evidence-based and informed programs that are designed to effectively intervene once behavioral problems have been identified. For the youth, SCAN offers an Emergency Youth Shelter that provides temporary residential service for children and adolescents. FAYS Program is designed to build resilience and strengthen families in order to keep children safe and families connected. It offers crisis intervention, counseling and short-term respite care for families. Rural Border Intervention (RBI) is a substance intervention program for youth and adults living in region 8.
SCAN offers a multitude of program and services for youth, adolescents, adults and families in need. For more information on their services please visit their website at www.scan-inc.org. You can also contact them by calling 956.724.3177 or emailing them at info@scan-inc.org.
Area Health Education Center (AHEC): Managing Chronic Pain: The Mental Health Connection (Virtual Seminar)
This virtual seminar is scheduled for Friday, March 6th from 1:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Arielle Guillod, M.A. from UT Health San Antonio will be the guest speaker for the seminar. For more information, email hmedellin@mrgbahec.org or contact AHEC at 956-712- 0037.
Imaginarium Of South Texas: Aep Light Up The Night
Join us for the AEP Light up the Night on Friday, March 6th from 6-9 p.m. at the Imaginarium located the main campus of Laredo College (West End Washington Street) Building P-149. For more information, please call 956-728-0404.
Laredo Main Street: Farmers Market
The next Farmers Market will be happening on Saturday, March 14th , from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo! Each month features a unique theme, seasonal activities and exciting workshops. Every visit is a new and memorable experience. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients, supporting local artisans, or enjoying live entertainment, the Farmers Market is the place to be. For more information email: lmsevents01@gmail.com.
Laredo Animal Protective Society (LAPS): Dog & Puppy Supplies
LAPS is requesting assistance with food, pet items and cleaning supplies for their shelter. Items include Heavy-duty trash bags, paper towels, adult & puppy canned food, vinegar, degreaser, dog treats, sharpie pens and more. Donations can be dropped off from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday at 2500 Gonzalez St.
Laredo Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Free tax help is here! The Laredo VITA program has IRS Certified Preparers ready to help you. Don’t stress about your taxes – let a qualified volunteer handle it for you. Call 956-307-8138 or visit www.vitalaredo.org. If you have an upcoming community event or information on a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, email me at 956cuidandolonuestro@gmail.com.
If you have a upcoming community event or information on a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, please email at 956cuidandolaredo@gmail.com.
SCAN’s Recovery support services are designed to increase the occurrence of long-term recovery from substance use disorders among youth and adults. Recovery support services may precede treatment, accompany treatment, follow treatment or be delivered separately from treatment. SCAN has a Youth Recovery Community Service. It has peer-to-peer recovery support services for individuals between the ages of 13-21 with a history of substance use disorders. It also has the Todo Es Posible recovery support program, which provides support services for adults 18 and older. It emphasizes the importance of self-care and cultural diversity. Intervention services provide both youth and adults the opportunity to participate in a variety of evidence-based and informed programs that are designed to effectively intervene once behavioral problems have been identified. For the youth, SCAN offers an Emergency Youth Shelter that provides temporary residential service for children and adolescents. FAYS Program is designed to build resilience and strengthen families in order to keep children safe and families connected. It offers crisis intervention, counseling and short-term respite care for families. Rural Border Intervention (RBI) is a substance intervention program for youth and adults living in region 8.
SCAN offers a multitude of program and services for youth, adolescents, adults and families in need. For more information on their services please visit their website at www.scan-inc.org. You can also contact them by calling 956.724.3177 or emailing them at info@scan-inc.org.
Area Health Education Center (AHEC): Managing Chronic Pain: The Mental Health Connection (Virtual Seminar)
This virtual seminar is scheduled for Friday, March 6th from 1:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Arielle Guillod, M.A. from UT Health San Antonio will be the guest speaker for the seminar. For more information, email hmedellin@mrgbahec.org or contact AHEC at 956-712- 0037.
Imaginarium Of South Texas: Aep Light Up The Night
Join us for the AEP Light up the Night on Friday, March 6th from 6-9 p.m. at the Imaginarium located the main campus of Laredo College (West End Washington Street) Building P-149. For more information, please call 956-728-0404.
Laredo Main Street: Farmers Market
The next Farmers Market will be happening on Saturday, March 14th , from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo! Each month features a unique theme, seasonal activities and exciting workshops. Every visit is a new and memorable experience. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients, supporting local artisans, or enjoying live entertainment, the Farmers Market is the place to be. For more information email: lmsevents01@gmail.com.
Laredo Animal Protective Society (LAPS): Dog & Puppy Supplies
LAPS is requesting assistance with food, pet items and cleaning supplies for their shelter. Items include Heavy-duty trash bags, paper towels, adult & puppy canned food, vinegar, degreaser, dog treats, sharpie pens and more. Donations can be dropped off from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday at 2500 Gonzalez St.
Laredo Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Free tax help is here! The Laredo VITA program has IRS Certified Preparers ready to help you. Don’t stress about your taxes – let a qualified volunteer handle it for you. Call 956-307-8138 or visit www.vitalaredo.org. If you have an upcoming community event or information on a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, email me at 956cuidandolonuestro@gmail.com.
If you have a upcoming community event or information on a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, please email at 956cuidandolaredo@gmail.com.
Peggy M. Duncan, United Way of Laredo
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