Community and Field Services Division

About Pomona Wellness Community

Pomona Wellness Community offers a place for community members to gather, find resources, or participate in wellness activities. Support includes mental health, substance use, and general health and wellness resources. All activities are FREE and open to the community.

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750 S. Park Ave. Pomona, CA 91766
909-802-2650
PomonaWC@ph.lacounty.gov

In-Person Hours
TUE: 12PM – 6PM
WED: 12PM – 6PM
THU: 12PM – 6PM
FRI: 9AM – 5PM

Phone Hours
TUE: 6PM – 8PM
WED: 6PM – 8PM
THU: 6PM – 8PM
SAT: 9AM – 5PM

Programs

Emotional Wellbeing Series (virtual)
	Positive Parenting:  Understanding Behavioral Struggles in Children (Virtual)  **NEW** Crianza Positiva: Comprender las Luchas de Comportamiento en los Niños    We will talk about: Possible causes for behavioral issues Tips for Parents Treatment and Resources   Hablaremos Sobre: Las posibles causas de los problemas/trastornos del comportamiento Consejos para padres Tratamiento y recursos ENGLISH Tuesday, Aug 30 (9-10AM)  - Register here  ESPAÑOL martes, 30 de agosto (2-3PM) -  Para unirse, regístrese
Healthy Parenting (in-person)
	Healthy Parenting: Inspire, Play, Grow!  Do you have a toddler or young child ages 2-7 years old?  Join us for this FREE 4-week workshop and learn healthy cooking and eating, exercise and healthy routines for you and your child.    Returning in the Fall 2022!   Sign-up here
Hora de Cafecito (in-person)
	Come and enjoy a cup of coffee with us at Pomona Public Library! Ask about mental wellbeing, share experiences or concerns you have about the community, and get connected with the resources you need to live a healthy life.   ¡Venga y disfrute de una taza de café gratis con nosotros! Pregunte sobre la salud mental, comparta experiencias o inquietudes que tenga sobre la comunidad y conéctese con los recursos que necesita para vivir una vida saludable.   Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (2-3PM) at Pomona Public Library Cada segundo y cuarto dia martes del mes (2-3PM) en la Biblioteca Pública de Pomona   625 S Garey Ave, Pomona, CA 91766   See flyer for details Vea el folleto para más detalles
Black Maternal Mental Health Support Group
	Supersquad Assemble! Providing a safe space for Black pregnant and parenting mothers Unmask - Be Real, Be You Grow Your Village Release Your Inner Power   Available in-person or virtual   To join, please register Contact: support@therapeuticplayfoundation.org  Learn More: www.blackinfantsandfamilies.org
Drug & Alcohol Support (In-person)
	Drug & Alcohol Support (In-person)  Apoyo en Drogas y Alcohol (atender en persona)   Come and talk to a substance use counselor, get referrals to services and resources on substance use treatment and prevention.  Venga y hable con un consejero y obtenga referencias a servicios y recursos sobre el uso de sustancias, tratamiento y prevención. ENGLISH Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (2-6PM) August 9 and 23   ESPAÑOL Cada primer y tercer miércoles del mes (2-6PM) 4 y 18 de agosto   No need to register, just walk in! *Located at the Pomona Public Library – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona No necesita Registrarse, solo presentarse. *Estamos localizados en la Biblioteca de Pomona. – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona
Preventing Opioid Overdose (virtual)
	Naloxone is an emergency medicine that prevents overdose death from prescription opioids and heroin. Get a FREE Naloxone Kit! Each session is 1 hour long.   ENGLISH Tues, Aug 9 (4-5PM) (In-person at the Pomona Public Library - 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona) Fri, Aug 12 (2-3PM) (Virtual)   ESPAÑOL jueves, 4 de agosto (4-5PM) (Estamos localizados en la Biblioteca de Pomona  – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona) jueves, 18 de agosto (4-5PM) (Estamos localizados en la Biblioteca de Pomona  – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona)   To join, please register Para unirse, regístrese
What You Need to Know About Substance Use Disorders (virtual)
	Learn about substance use disorders, how to care for yourself and loved ones, how substances affect your health, and the different types of assistance you and your loved ones can receive. Aprenda como platicar y comunicar con tu seres queridos o amistades sobre el usoy abuso de alcohol y Drogas. Substance Use in Your Community Fri, Aug 5, 1-2PM (Virtual) Teen Vaping Fri, Aug 19, 1-2PM (Virtual) Substance Use in Your Community Tues, Aug 23, 4-5PM (In-person at the Pomona Public Library – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona, CA) El Uso de Sustancia en Su Comunidad Sat, Aug 27, 1-2PM (In-person at the Pomona Public Library – 625 S. Garey Ave, Pomona, CA) The Health Risk of Cannabis Wed, Aug 31, 1-2PM (Virtual)   To join, please register Para unirse, regístrese
Anger Management (virtual)
	Learn strategies to regain self-control when experiencing anger, new ways to communicate, and resolve conflict. ENGLISH: Thursdays (11AM-12PM) (virtual) Please call or email to register: 888-593-4448 wellness@tricitymhs.org

Youth Programs
Public Health Youth Leaders Ever wonder what it’s like to battle viruses, advocate for health issues, and investigate emerging diseases? Youth ages 16 and 17 are invited to join an 8-week summer program to learn about the field of public health and how we serve communities in Los Angeles County. Be inspired to change the world!   Every Tuesday (10AM-12PM) - June 21 thru August 9 Register here
Summer Youth Series  *NEW* Safe Driving Workshop for Teens: Teens and Parents Welcome! Teens are at highest risk for car crashes.  The #1 killer of teens in America is reckless and distracted driving.  In this workshop, learn about: Strategies to stay safe on the road as a driver or passenger Graduated Drivers Licensing (GDL) laws How you can help stop the #1 killer of teens in America  Wednesday, Aug 31 (4-5PM) *Location TBA.  Please check our website in mid-August for updated information.

Support Services

Substance Use Services	Mental Health Services
Substance Abuse Counseling Substance use disorder screenings Referrals for substance use prevention and treatment services Substance abuse presentations Xochilt Godinez, Substance Abuse Counselor Sonia Rodriguez, Substance Abuse Counselor	Tri-City Mental Health, a PWC partner, provides mental health support Mental health screening Link to mental health services Referrals to community support agencies Support groups for individuals and families

Service Planning Area 3

The Pomona Wellness Community is a service of the Department of Public Health. Service Planning Area 3, or SPA 3, serves the communities in the San Gabriel Valley. Visit SPA 3 for more information.