Celebrating Pride Month With LGBTQA Resources

By Maria Melo | June 10, 2025

  “I know that you cannot live on hope alone, but without it, life is not worth living.”  — Harvey Milk   By Maria Melo, Director of Community Supports and Resilience   I’m not going to lie, Pride Month is difficult this year. As a person who is part of the LGBTQ community, as well as a professional…

Read More

Ventura County Vs. Hate: 211VC Declares our county a safe space for everyone

By Ariel Hession | June 12, 2024

In collaboration with the California Department of Civil Rights and inspired by the statewide initiative California Versus Hate, Interface 211Ventura County is thrilled to announce our very own campaign: Ventura County Versus Hate. This exciting program is dedicated to fostering systemic equality and bridging social divides by championing services that uphold fairness and justice, irrespective…

Read More

March Developmental Disability Awareness Month

By Ariel Hession | March 21, 2025

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Developmental disabilities exist on a spectrum, and each person’s journey toward self-determination is unique. Access to information and resources is essential in empowering individuals and their support networks. 211 helps by connecting people to critical services, including screenings, transportation, support groups, respite care, and more. Find resources available to…

Read More