by Natalia Baltazar | Jul 7, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
Housing insecurity and homelessness continue to be a challenge for many individuals and families in Yolo County with the pandemic further exacerbating the problem. It can be particularly challenging as an individual or family transitions from an emergency shelter to...
by Natalia Baltazar | Jun 8, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
As summer quickly approaches, many parents are picking out the perfect camps and planning out summer schedules for their children. For many of the families that Empower Yolo serves, children lack resources and opportunities during the summer, this can mean fewer...
by Natalia Baltazar | May 2, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.”- Dr. Maya Angelou Like Maya Angelou, we believe the human spirit can overcome extreme obstacles and still shine within. As an organization, Empower Yolo’s mission is to promote safe, healthy, and resilient...
by Natalia Baltazar | Apr 1, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. A year has passed since COVID-19 forced Yolo County and most of the nation into quarantine. Throughout that time, Empower Yolo continued to support survivors of sexual assault amidst the...
by Natalia Baltazar | Mar 31, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
(Yolo County, CA) – On March 15, 2021 the state launched California COVID-19 Rent Relief Program where income-eligible residents and landlords in Yolo County who need financial assistance for past or future rent and utilities will be able to apply for financial...
by Natalia Baltazar | Mar 7, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
Co-written with Evan Schmidt, CEO Valley Vision, and Co-Chair of the Board of Directors, Empower Yolo The pandemic has impacted every facet of life over the last year. With people increasingly at home and more isolated, domestic violence and substance use, as well as...
