VOICE Issue April 23, 2020

Inland Southern California’s News Weekly

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What Keeps Me Up at Night Surgeon General Burke Harris Speaks on Child Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Inside: New Initiatives to Support California Workers Impacted by COVID-19

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U.S. Department of Agriculture The COVID-19 crisis continues to peel back layers of vulnerability most knew existed, but were rarely forced to weigh in relation to the quality of their own lives—not because most do not care, but largely because so many in society were doing all they could just to keep their own heads above water.

As stay-at-home orders have forced everyone to slow down, it is hard to avoid bearing witness to the realities of need and disparity COVID-19 has laid bare.

The pandemic’s impact on the economy has resulted in closed businesses, lay-offs, and a reduction in work hours. All of this has exacerbated the needs of those who were already living on the edge.

Many of these individuals who had managed to get by from paycheck to paycheck

before COVID-19, are now at a crossroads, trying to figure out how to provide for themselves and their families during this crisis.

Among the many outcomes of the current crisis is the growing number of people in our community—especially mothers with children—who are now more food insecure than ever before.

Last week we learned since the crisis began in earnest toward the end of March, the California Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) has added more than 35,000 families to its rolls.

The WIC program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care—at no cost—to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five who are determined to be at nutritional risk.

To fully qualify for the program however, applicants must be determined by a health professional, to be at nutritional risk. For continued on page 17

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Testing Expanded to Include Those “Without” COVID-19 Symptoms IE Voice News Staff Riverside, CA – On Friday April 17, 2020 Riverside County officials announced COVID-19 testing is being expanded and is now available to residents who do not have coronavirus symptoms but wish to be tested. By expanding the number of people tested health officials will be better able to determine how many people were already infected or have the virus but are asymptomatic.

When the expanded testing was announced, Riverside County Department of Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser asked and answered, “How many folks are walking around that are not sick, or don’t think they’re sick enough, but are still potentially shedding the virus? Currently we don’t believe these people are major drivers of outbreaks, but we don’t really know how many of them are out there and it’s time to find out.”

Kaiser also stressed the need for testing children noting, “If you haven’t noticed there’s a really big hole in

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our numbers,” He highlighted. “Not many kids are coming up positive for COVID-19 and it may well be that they’re not sick enough for people to consider testing them. That has important ramifications for our schools.”

Currently there are four testing sites across Riverside County. They are located at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio (Tuesdays through Saturdays), at The Diamond Stadium in Lake Elsinore (Sundays through Thursdays), the parking lot at Harvest Christian Fellowship Church in Riverside (Tuesdays through Saturdays) and the Perris Fairgrounds (Tuesdays through Saturdays).

Although COVID-19 testing is now expanded you still need an appointment. A fifth site is scheduled to open at the Blythe Fairgrounds in Blythe on Wednesday, April 22.

Although testing is now open to those without symptoms you still need an appointment. To schedule please call (800) 945-6171.

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Charting the Path to A New Normal S.E. Williams Contributor

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n Tuesday, April 14, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom encouraged Californians to prepare for a new normal during his daily press briefing as he laid out a guide for when and how the state will modify its current stay-athome order during the dangerous coronavirus pandemic.

Although the plan centers around six key indicators, any consideration of modifying the current stay-at-home order, Newsom highlighted, must be done using a gradual, science-based and data-driven framework according to state officials.

The governor pointed to success in flattening the COVID-19 curve in the state in addition to increased preparedness of health care delivery systems and other COVID-19 interventions as having yielded positive results; yet he also noted the impact such actions have had in other areas ranging from the economy to the overall healthcare system.

“While Californians have stepped up in a big way to flatten the curve and buy us time to prepare to fight the virus,” Newsom commented, “[A]t some point in the future we will need to modify our stay-at-home order,” said Governor Newsom. “As we contemplate reopening parts of our state, we must be guided by science and data, and we must understand that things will look different than before.”

While health officials consider the issue of building immunity among California residents, Newsom determined further actions will be focused on ensuring the state’s ability to care for the sick within its hospitals; preventing infection in people who are at high risk for severe disease; building the capacity to protect the health and well-being of the public; and working to reduce social, emotional and economic disruptions.

Among the six indicators identified by Newsom as essential, to achieve for modifying the stay-at-home order, are the ability to monitor and protect our communities through testing, contact tracing, isolating, and supporting those who are positive or exposed; the ability to prevent infection in people who are at risk for

Gov. Gavin Newsom at a press conference regarding COVID-19

more severe COVID-19; the ability of the hospital and health systems to handle surges; the ability to develop therapeutics to meet the demand; the ability for businesses, schools, and child care facilities to support physical distancing; and the ability to determine when to reinstitute certain measures, such as the stay-at-home orders, if necessary.

As Californians look to the future, a statement from the governor’s office pointed out how things will look different when the state begins to reopen. Such changes may include fewer tables in restaurants, the reconfiguration of classrooms, etc.

Additional details regarding the roadmap and easing of the stay-at-home order will be available over time. Until then, “Everyone in California is required to stay home except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or go to an essential job. If you go out, stay at least six feet away from other people and wear a face covering,” according to the governor’s Executive Order issued Thursday, March 19, 2020 which remains in place until further notice.

For more information on California’s response, visit covid19.ca.gov.

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Feeding America Riverside|San Bernardino Receives Much Needed Donation

IE Voice News Staff Riverside, CA – The wealthiest man in the world, Jeff Bezos, has made a substantial donation to Feeding America Riverside|San Bernardino (FARSB) through the nonprofit’s national organization. The $708,496 donation was made to support local COVID-19 response efforts. Responding to the current crisis, FARSB food bank has incurred a burden of expenses to source additional food, supplies, transportation and increased operations. The need will continue to increase as inland region unemployment numbers continue to skyrocket.

“This grant has provided our food bank with access to resources and supplies, that otherwise would not have been available, allowing us to assist those in need quickly and efficiently during this COVID-19 pandemic. We are extremely grateful to Jeff Bezos for supporting food banks, especially during this time of need,” said Stephanie Otero, CEO at FARSB. Donations to support the food bank’s coronavirus efforts can be made directly via the FARSB website, www.FeedingIE.org/donate, 98 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to food distribution programs.

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$100 Million Authorized for Added Childcare Services S.E. Williams Contributor

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n Monday, April 13, 2020, California Governor Newsom announced the release of funding to pay for up to 20,000 limited-term additional childcare slots for the state’s essential workers and members of the state’s vulnerable populations.

The initiative is being funded through SB 89—the state’s one-billion-dollar emergency funding legislation signed by the governor last month—to help California fight the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Many of California’s workers on the front lines of this pandemic are parents, and as a father, I know the importance of making sure our children are kept healthy and safe. This funding is very important to make sure that working parents that are part of the essential workforce in our state, as well as those that are part of vulnerable populations, have the childcare resources they need,” said Governor Newsom.

Of the $100 million in additional funding

for childcare services, $50 million will go to the California Department of Education and be used to pay for up to 20,000 limited-term, additional state-subsidized slots for childcare.

The other $50 million, according to the

governor, “[Will also] go to the Department [of Education].” Set funds will be used to ensure child care centers, facilities and family provider homes are safe and clean for the children and families they are serving by reimbursing them for continued on page 17

CA Working to Help Slow/Stop the Spread of COVID-19 in Nursing Homes S.E. Williams Contributor

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cross California, patients in care facilities are testing positive and/or dying from COVID-19 and those working in the facilities are also testing positive and/or getting sick with the virus.

On Friday, the governor announced actions being taken at the state level to protect both residents and employees of the more than 1,224 skilled nursing- and 7,461 residential care facilities in the state.

Earlier steps taken in this regard include the training and soon to be deployed addition of 600 nurses to support compliance with COVID-19 guidance. In the meantime, the state staff members continue to call homes across the state daily to provide support. continued on page 17

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County Now Asking Residents to Volunteer

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iverside County officials are calling all willing residents--especially those with medical expertise—to support response efforts for COVID-19.

Officials stressed, “Assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities and other group medical care sites [in the county] are particularly in need for workers willing to care for COVID-19 patients.” Adding, “The county needs our residents’ varied talents to support the response throughout the region’s impacted communities.”

The appeal is going out to all physicians—both active and retired— nurses, nurse assistants, as well as non-medical volunteers such as office staff or Class A and B drivers. The opportunities vary with some paid openings available.

“This is the call to action. We need medical volunteers willing to take care of patients who are COVID positive,” said Dr. Michael Mesisca, from Riverside University Health System. “We will provide full protective equipment to keep you safe. But we need people to step up today. Go to our website and sign up to volunteer.”

Volunteers will be asked to clear a background check and, as a result, are asked to include all information requested to speed up this part of the

process, as well as position placement.

Useful information being requested includes an availability schedule, driver’s license information, and any professional licenses or certificate numbers for the medical volunteers.

“We need healthy people who can give their time in both medical and non-medical positions,” said Chair V. Manuel Perez, Fourth District Supervisor. “This is our moment to come together as a community and help each other.”

Once a volunteer’s background check has cleared, they will be contacted to link their skills and availability with critical needs. For more information about becoming a volunteer, and to submit your information, please visit the Riverside County Public Health website: www.rivcoph. org/coronavirus and click on the “Volunteer” button or call (951) 9559227 for additional assistance.

To learn more about actions taken by the Riverside County Department of Public Health during the coronavirus pandemic visit COVID-19 in Riverside County visit https://www.rivcoph.org/coronavirus.

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Black Voice News Awarded Facebook Journalism Grant

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his week the Black Voice News (BVN) was named a recipient of the Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court and called for the transition of Facebook Journalism Project’s (FJP) Community independent contractors to the status of employees.

Network grant awarded to local newsrooms in support These news outlets, “Already combating hardships,” of coronavirus reporting. according to Jules, are now being further affected by the Grant recipients were awarded in 48 US states, negative impact COVID-19 is having on the economy.

Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and several provinces

“It’s good Facebook is doing this,” he affirmed and territories in Canada. It will help cover unexpected adding, “Many Black newspapers who are dependent on costs associated with reporting on the COVID-19 crisis print, have had to cut down print distribution because in their communities. many of the places where they normally deliver are not Bergis Jules, Director of Equity Initiatives for Shift open due to COVID-19; so getting funding to ethnic Design, Project Director for “Documenting the Now” media is critical right now.” and Co-Project Manager for Mapping Black California’s

“BVN plans to use the grant funding to report Census Lab wrote the grant on behalf of BVN. on issues related to the coronavirus that are also Commenting on the grant’s value to local media disproportionately impacting African-American groups like BVN Jules explained, “Newsrooms at this seniors. These are important issues people need to be moment—especially those in ethnic media—are hurting informed about,” he affirmed. for resources and funding.”

Facebook is running the grant program Bergis Jules Small media groups like BVN who rely heavily on in partnership with the Lenfest Institute for independent contractors—to not only work as journalists but also to Journalism and Local Media Association in the US and News Media distribute their papers—were already struggling from the impact of AB 5 Canada and The Independent News Challenge in Canada who are hopeful continued on page 16 which codified into law the landmark Supreme Court decision in Dynamex

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What Keeps Me Up at Night Surgeon General Burke Harris Speaks on Child Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic S.E. Williams Contributor

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Dr Nadine Burke Harris (Photo courtesy of Michael Winokur)

hen California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Doctor Nadine Burke Harris as the state’s first ever Surgeon General in January 2019, it is almost certain he had no idea just a year ago, how much her expertise would be warranted now that the state finds itself in the midst of a worldwide pandemic.

As Surgeon General, Burke Harris, a leader in public health—particularly in relation to stress and adverse childhood experiences—is charged with significant responsibilities which include advising the Governor. She also serves as the state’s leading spokesperson on matters of public health; and considers the insights of medical professionals, scientists, public health experts, public servants, and everyday citizens in seeking solutions to California’s most persistent public health challenges.

An expert in the study of adverse childhood

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experiences (ACEs) her leadership during this time of public health crisis could not be more warranted. “There has been conversation in the media about the impact of stress and social isolation, and how that increases the risk of mental health. Family violence may also increase,” she advised.

Consider the following examples of the plethora of recent headlines, “Stay at home orders affect mental health;” “Stay at home causing stress for many, including those still at work;” “As stay at home orders increase, so do feelings of loneliness;” “Stay at home orders are stressing U.S. families, survey shows”; “Children at heightened risk of abuse, neglect;” “Children more at risk for abuse and neglect amid coronavirus pandemic.;” “A man feared his longtime girlfriend had COVID-19, which she didn’t. They died in a murder-suicide, police say;” “Domestic violence, COVID-19 isolation concerns raised after apparent murder-suicides.”

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the nation wages a protracted battle against this virus, she acknowledged there is quite a bit. “But I would say, if I had to list one thing keeping me up more than anything else,” she explained. “It is reports of child maltreatment having declined by 40 to 50 percent.”

“It’s worrisome because we recognize during this time of heightened stress, that the numbers are very, very, very low. The greater likelihood [of these data] is kids are not coming into contact with ‘safe adults’ who recognize their cry for help. That is extremely concerning for me.” Family violence may also increase the risk of illnesses like diabetes and asthma according to the doctor.

When discussing under-lying health conditions in relation to the coronavirus like heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma and diabetes, she added, “All these things that have a higher prevalence in the African American community. They are also more susceptible to developing

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The doctor explained further how, “During times of heightened stress our bodies make more stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, and these can affect our health, our behaviors and our emotions.”

One action Burke Harris has continued to highlight is how important it is for everyone to manage stress and anxiety during this time of crisis for the benefit of their overall health—both physical and mental. To this end, earlier this month Burke Harris introduced the California Surgeon General’s Playbook on Stress Relief During COVID-19.

There is also a companion playbook that includes tips for caregivers and kids.

In the Playbook the Surgeon General acknowledged adhering to public health policies and the interventions necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19 are affecting all facets of society and daily life. “These daily disruptions, coupled with the fear of not knowing what may come, are resulting in increased stress and anxiety for many.”

The Playbook is a great tool because it includes simple things people can do every day to protect their health while also helping to manage their stress response.

The playbook includes “evidence-based” guidelines on how to reduce through six stress busting strategies and a self-care template.

For those who have a history of adversity, in addition to the six tools presented in the Playbook, Burke Harris offered, “I would recommend anyone with high blood pressure, diabetes or any chronic health condition that can be made worse by stress, to check your blood pressure or blood sugar [as appropriate] more carefully and be in close contact with your doctor.”

As a leading researcher on childhood adversity, the science of toxic stress and as a pediatrician, Burke Harris also commented regarding how to talk to kids about what is going on and the importance of watching for signs when children are feeling stressed.

“Navigating stress with kids is a big part of the reason why I talk about age appropriate language,” she explained. According to the doctor, often when parents talk to kids, they do not speak directly or openly with them.

“So, the kids make up their own stories and often, the stories they tell themselves or siblings are worse.”

She continued, “Being able to say very directly to kids without beating around the bush, with age appropriate language, ‘Yes, momma’s feeling really worried.’”

Let them know, she said, there is a virus that is making people sick.

“Talk about what’s happening, about staying home and connect that with language that is empowering.” An example she provided for younger children included saying something like, ‘You know how we fight the coronavirus? By washing our hands.”

And then, go on to compliment them for doing a great job when they wash them.

She cautioned however, it is important to watch for any changes in your child’s behavior as it can be a possible sign of stress in kids; advising it is important to identify such changes and act early.

Of course, you would approach the conversation differently with teenagers.

As Burke Harris expounded, “Be open and age appropriate in your conversations. It is different for each developmental stage, plus parents know their kids best.”

She further encouraged parents not to shy away from the conversation as research shows kids who do best are ones who have parent(s) or caregiver(s) who are open with them.

The Surgeon General’s counsel regarding stress and openness did not end with young children. She also pointed to the importance of family and social relationships during the current public health crisis by emphasizing how, “Safe, stable and nurturing relationships, help to protect our brains and bodies from the harmful effects of stress and adversity.”

As the state’s first Surgeon General, Burke Harris has established early childhood, health equity, ACEs and toxic stress as key priorities and has set a bold goal to reduce ACEs and toxic stress by half in one generation.

Burke Harris—with the support of Governor Newsom and in partnership with California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly and statewide health and community leaders—Burke Harris is advancing systemic reforms in California designed to recognize and respond to the effects of ACEs on lifelong health.

To learn more about how childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime, watch Doctor Burke Harris’ Ted talk. For more information on the ACEs Aware Initiative visit www.ACEsAware.org. For information statewide information on COVID-19 visit covid19.ca.gov.

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New Initiatives to Support California Workers Impacted by COVID-19

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o assist the millions of Californians filing for unemployment benefits due to the economic impacts of COVID-19 the state’s Employment Development Department (EDD) will launch a new call center on Monday that will operate seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The Unemployment Insurance (UI) Branch is also adding 1,340 employees, including 740 EDD employees and 600 employees from across state government.

Governor Gavin Newsom has also directed the EDD to expedite access to the Work Share program to avert layoffs.

In addition, the state will launch a onestop shop for individuals applying for unemployment insurance and the new federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program starting April 28.

The PUA will provide federally funded benefits distinct from UI program for certain individuals out of work or partially unemployed due to COVID-19. This includes the selfemployed, ​individuals who may be employees but who lack sufficient work history and independent contractors.

Federal guidelines include gig workers and California’s gig workers will continue to be protected by state laws against misclassification in the administration of PUA. PUA benefits will be issued within 24-48 hours—not the traditional 21 days f​ or regular UI claims.

“Many Californians are one paycheck away from losing their homes or from being able to put food on their tables, and COVID-19 has only made these challenges worse,” said Governor Newsom. “California is focused on getting

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relief dollars and unemployment assistance in the hands of those who need it as quickly as possible.”

The governor has also committed an unprecedented $125 million in disaster relief assistance for working Californians. This first in the nation, statewide public-private partnership will provide financial assistance to undocumented immigrants impacted by COVID-19. California will provide $75 million in disaster relief assistance and philanthropic partners have committed to raising an additional $50 million.

This commitment will support undocumented Californians impacted by COVID-19 who are ineligible for unemployment insurance benefits and disaster relief, including the CARES Act, continued on page 16

classifieds&publicnotices NAME CHANGE NOTICE OF SALE OF VEHICLE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of California.

The undersigned will sell the following vehicle(s) at lien sale at said time(s) on: 2/21/2020 AT: 10AM Make/Yr. 2016 CHEVY Lic.: 7PXX027 Vin. 1G1PC5SG8G7184997 Location: 1046 E. CALIFORNIA ST. ONTARIO, CA Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the undersigned for towing, storage, labor, materials, and lien charges, together with costs of advertising and expenses of sale. p. 2/06/2020 _____________________________ PUBLIC NOTICES RECORDING REQUESTED BY Premium Title of California AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: Western Progressive, LLC Northpark Town Center 1000 Abernathy Rd NE; Bldg 400, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30328 _______________________________ ____ SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE T.S. No.: 2019-00803-CA

A.P.N.:435-160-016-8 Property Address: 437 West 5th Street, San Jacinto, CA 92583 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/06/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Vicente Resendiz and Silvia Resendiz, Husband and wife, as Joint tenants Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 07/26/2007

as Instrument No. 2007-0483468 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale: 05/20/2020 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: AUCTION. COM ROOM 2410 WARDLOW ROAD #104, CORONA, CA 92880 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 185,623.38 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 437 West 5th Street, San Jacinto, CA 92583 A.P.N.: 435-160-016-8 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 185,623.38.

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

If the Trustee is unable to convey

title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/ D e f a u l t M a n a g e m e n t / TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2019-00803-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: March 30, 2020 W e s t e r n Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/ D e f a u l t M a n a g e m e n t / TrusteeServices.aspx _______________________________ _____ Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. p. 4/9, 4/16, 4/23/2020 _____________________________ RECORDING REQUESTED BY Premium Title of California AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: Western Progressive, LLC Northpark Town Center 1000 Abernathy Rd NE; Bldg 400, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30328 _______________________________ __ SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE T.S. No.: 2019-02159-CA

A.P.N.:437-142-009-0 Property Address: 570 South Camino Los Banos, San Jacinto, CA 92583 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/01/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: ROSA CIBRIAN, A Widow Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 11/16/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0848287 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale: 06/03/2020 at 09:30 AM

Place of Sale: T H E BOTTOM OF THE STAIRWAY TO THE BUILDING LOCATED AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 307,672.96 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 570 South Camino Los Banos, San Jacinto, CA 92583 A.P.N.: 437-142-009-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 307,672.96.

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www. altisource.com/MortgageServices/ D e f a u l t M a n a g e m e n t / TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2019-02159-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Date: April 3, 2020 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003

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publicnotices Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/ D e f a u l t M a n a g e m e n t / TrusteeServices.aspx _____________ ________________________ Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. p. 4/16, 4/23, 4/30/2020 _____________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES The following persons) is (are) doing business as: PREEMINENCE STAFFING RESOURCES 2025 Chicago Avenue Unit A20 Riverside, CA 92507 RIVERSIDE COUNTY PREEMINENCE STAFFING RESOURCES LLC 2025 Chicago Avenue Unit A20 Riverside, CA 92507 CA This business is conducted by: Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 07/26/2019 I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000) s. Juan Carlos Arellano Jr, Operations Manager The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 03/17/2020 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions

code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-202004071 p. 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23/2020 _____________________________ The following persons) is (are) doing business as: FISH TACO XPRESS 16960 Van Buren Blvd Suite D Riverside, CA 92504 RIVERSIDE COUNTY Hilario – Estrada Hernandez 9540 Whitewood Ct Fontana, CA 92335 This business is conducted by: Individual Registrant has not yet to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000) s. Hilario – Estrada Hernandez The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 03/17/2020 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-202004040 p. 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23/2020 _____________________________ The following persons) is (are) doing business as: WILL’S RESULTS 1560 Ambersweet St Corona, CA 92881 RIVERSIDE COUNTY PO BOX 25822 Santa Ana, CA 92799 Michael Anthony Williams 1560 Ambersweet St

Corona, CA 92881 This business is conducted by: Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/8/2019 I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000) s. Michael Anthony Williams The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 03/04/2020 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-202003399 p. 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23/2020 _____________________________ The following persons) is (are) doing business as: NEW GENERATION ROOFING EQUIPMENT RENTALS 82375 Market St Indio, CA 92201 RIVERSIDE COUNTY 81110 Paludosa Dr Indio, CA 92201 Benjamin – Martinez Jr 81110 Paludosa Dr Indio, CA 92201 Ricky – Acosta 81110 Paludosa Dr Indio, CA 92201 This business is conducted by: General Partnership Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to

Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000) s. Benjamin – Martinez Jr The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 03/17/2020 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-202004073 p. 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30/2020 _____________________________ The following persons) is (are) doing business as: WHATLEY STRATEGIES 1243 Columbia Avenue, Suite B-4 Riverside, CA 92507 RIVERSIDE COUNTY Rebecca Ann Whatley 3243 Brockton Avenue Riverside, CA 92501 This business is conducted by: Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000) s. Rebecca Ann Whatley The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 03/13/2020 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement

on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-202003919 p. 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30/2020 _____________________________ AMENDED The following persons) is (are) doing business as: TZ RENTALS 2673 Laramore Lane Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 RIVERSIDE COUNTY Tania Zulema Vazquez 2673 Laramore Lane Jurupa Valley, CA 92509 This business is conducted by: Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09-26-18 I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000).) s. Tania Zulema Vazquez The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 08/23/2019 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered

owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-201911702 p. 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26/2019 _____________________________ The following persons) is (are) doing business as: A GREAT START 7541 Stonegate Dr Corona, CA 92880 RIVERSIDE COUNTY Right At Home, Inc 7541 Stonegate Dr Corona, CA 92880 This business is conducted by: Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11-4-1997 I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code, that the registrant knows to be false, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1000).) s. Joe Nathan Rush, CEO The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (sec. 1440 et. seq. b &p code) Statement was filed with the County of Riverside on 08/02/2019 I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

NOTICE- In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious business name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see section 14411 et seq., business and professions code). I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Peter Aldana, County Clerk, FILE NO. R-201910707 p. 8/15, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5/2019

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SAT/ACT Testing Suspended IE Voice News Staff Sacramento, CA – Following in the footsteps of the UC system taken April 1, 2020, California State University officials have suspended SAT/ACT testing for its 2021-22 admissions.

As a result, those applying to any of the 23 Cal state University campuses will not have to submit SAT or ACT test scores for admission in fall 2021 or the following winter and spring terms.

This action is being taken in response to the hardships resulting from the coronavirus pandemic and school officials stressed it does not mean testing will be suspended permanently.

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due to their immigration status.

Approximately 150,000 undocumented adult Californians will receive a one-time cash benefit of $500 per adult with a cap of $1,000 per household to deal with the specific needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible individuals can apply for this support beginning next month.

According to the governor, funding from this program will be dispersed through a communitybased model of regional nonprofits with expertise and experience serving undocumented communities.

Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees—a network of foundations focused on immigration issues—has committed to raising $50 million to support direct financial assistance to families of undocumented immigrants through the California Immigrant Resilience Fund, with initial lead investments of $5.5 million from Emerson Collective, Blue Shield of California Foundation, The California Endowment, The James Irvine Foundation, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and an anonymous donor, among

others. Those interested in supporting this fund can donate at www.immigrantfundCA.org.

California has also developed an immigrant resource guide to provide information about COVID-19 related assistance, including public benefits, that are available to immigrant Californians.

To keep up to date on COVID-19’s impact in California visit covid19.ca.gov or covid19. ca.gov/es.

disinformation and misinformation regarding who the virus impacts. It is also important to report on how the coronavirus may affect the 2020 Census and upcoming General Election,” he stressed.

Jules concluded, “As members of the Black Media, it is critical for trusted sources to report on what is happening and provide information to the communities they serve.”

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it will help fulfill needs such as remote work, increasing frequency of publishing, combating misinformation and serving vulnerable and atrisk groups during the COVID-19 crisis.

“This thing [COVID-19] comes about and halts the entire world,” Jules emphasized adding, “We are thinking about how to address it in the Inland Empire and Southern California.

Any opportunity to get added funding to enable more detailed and accurate reporting on the virus is really important.”

“In the midst of all of this there is tons of

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the purchase of gloves, face coverings, cleaning supplies, and other labor related to cleaning in accordance with federal and state public health and safety guidelines.”

The governor previously signed executive orders to ensure prioritization of children of essential infrastructure workers, as well as those in vulnerable populations—including children at risk of violence or neglect, and those with disabilities—in accessing child care services during the state’s COVID-19 response.

Under these orders, the Department of Education and the Department of Social Services developed and have issued guidance on the prioritization for access to childcare services.

Essential infrastructure workers include health care workers, emergency response personnel, law enforcement, and grocery workers.

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"Protecting California’s most vulnerable residents and the employees is a top priority – not only to protect public health but because it’s the right thing to do,” Governor Newsom declared Friday adding, “Older Californians, and those who are medically fragile, are at higher risk of becoming seriously ill due to COVID-19, which is why we took early action to restrict visitors to these facilities. Now we are providing even more support for these facilities, their residents, and staff who serve them.”

Last month the state issued an order restricting visitors to these facilities, except for end-of-life and other rare circumstances.

Other actions in process to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 at these facilities include retraining 600 nurses to support facility compliance with COVID-19 guidelines and to help care for those testing positive for the virus; help slow the potential spread of COVID-19 in these facilities by creating separate sites to care for patients who test positive for COVID-19; and reaching out proactively to each skilled nursing facility on a daily basis to assess their specific needs and to identify and address any challenges they might be dealing with early on, among other efforts.

One additional initiative includes the provision of stipends to certified nurse assistants (CNAs), licensed vocational nurses and other

K E E P I N G example, they have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions.

The Director of Riverside County WIC recently told KABC how her department has experienced increased requests coming through its website and telephone system. The same holds true in San Bernardino County.

The increased demand of course is occurring at the same time the agency is closed to the public so in lieu of face to face appointments the agency is processing application appointments over the phone.

Mothers and/or fathers with children under the age of five who can benefit from WIC are encouraged to learn more about the program, check their eligibility in light of current circumstances and apply for WIC assistance on line in Riverside County at https://www. rivhero.com/WIC-CARD and then schedule your appointment https://www.rivhero.com/ make-an-appointment. In San Bernardino County visit https://cms.sbcounty.gov/wic/ ApplyToday.aspx. The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health WIC program has committed to contact applicants within 24 hours.

As the food chain began to see cracks in critical staff at nursing homes to make sure their needs are met. A previously announced Facebook donation of up to $25 million was made available to provide $500 stipends as many as up to 50,000 nursing home workers, among other efforts.

More information is available online regarding the state’s ongoing efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19.

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distribution when people stocked up due to stay-at-home orders, those who depend on WIC for themselves and their children had trouble finding items they were authorized to purchase through WIC. On April 3, the U.S. Department of Agriculture waived program limitations on some items to help alleviate this difficulty. For example, participants can now substitute milk and yogurt of any available fat content; substitute authorized whole grains in package sizes up to 24 oz. when 16 oz. packages are unavailable; and substitute baked beans for dried or canned beans.

A compassionate shopper recently tweeted about the importance of being mindful of the needs of WIC shoppers as people stocked rushed to stock up on groceries. This is because only certain types of eggs, milk, cereals, etc. can be purchased in alignment with this program— stores usually identify these products with special WIC labels. When these items are not available, mothers who depend on WIC had no option to choose something else to fill the stomachs of their children.

As the compassionate shopper tweeted, "People who use WIC to feed their kids can't switch to another brand or kind of food. If a store runs out of WIC-approved options, they will go home empty-handed."

I agree with this shopper. I believe in the concept of ‘women and children first.’ During turbulent times being mindful of the needs of others is one of the most important contributions we can offer others in our community.

Of course, this is just my opinion. I’m keeping it real.

S.E. Williams Editor

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Juvenile Justice in the Age of COVID-19

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Riverside n response to the COVID-19 pandemic Governor Newsom has ordered all juvenile discharge and reentry hearings to be held via videoconference to minimize exposure to COVID-19 for the youth and others involved in the process.

Additionally, notification given to county probation departments, the court in the county of commitment, and the youth’s legal counsel will be shortened from 60 days to 30 days before holding a discharge consideration hearing.

Discharge hearings are conducted by the Board of Juvenile Hearings.

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usually held in the court of commitment after approval of discharge consideration hearings will now take place at the Department of Juvenile Justice facility where the youth are housed, instead of transferring them to a county jail to await these hearings.

Victims and victim representatives will be able to participate in the videoconference hearings.

This interim change in the Juvenile Justice process is in addition to an order issued by the governor on March 24, which temporarily halted the intake of youth offenders to the Department of Juvenile Justice in response to concerns related to COVID-19.

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