September Happenings at MEND

As we welcome September, MEND continues to provide opportunities for individuals and families throughout the San Fernando Valley to access food, wellness resources, employment support, housing assistance, and educational workshops. Whether you're looking to connect with valuable community services, build new skills, or improve your health and well-being, our programs are here to support you.

Take a look at what's happening this month at MEND.

Community Food Distribution

MEND's Community Food Distribution remains available to help families access fresh and nutritious food.

Distribution Schedule:

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
• 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month
• 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This program provides groceries and essential food items to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

Hope & Care

Our Hope & Care program offers educational workshops designed to support individuals and families navigating life's challenges.

Nurturing Your Child Through Grief

September 22 | 8:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Earthquake Preparedness Workshop

September 25 | 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

First Step Services

First Step provides support and resources for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

Available Every Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Participants can connect with services designed to help them move toward stability and access community resources.

Living Wise + Well

Designed for adults age 65 and older, Living Wise + Well promotes health, social connection, and lifelong learning.

Friendship Wednesday

September 2 & 16 | 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Latin Dance Fitness

September 8 & 15 | 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Sound Bath Workshop

September 22 | 9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Protect Your Home Workshop

September 24 | 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Gateway Employment Services

Looking to strengthen your job skills or prepare for a new career opportunity? Gateway Employment Services offers free workshops to help participants succeed in today's workforce.

Hands-On Resume Workshop

September 9

Soft Skills & Job Readiness Workshop

September 17

10 Commandments of Customer Service Workshop

September 24

Workshop Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

All are welcome to attend.

Pathways to Wellness

Pathways to Wellness encourages healthy habits through physical activity and movement-focused classes.

Walking Group

Every Wednesday 8:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Yoga

Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Join Us This September

At MEND, we believe that access to food, wellness resources, employment support, housing services, and community connections helps individuals and families build a stronger future. We invite you to participate in our September programs and discover the many ways MEND supports the community.

For more information, call (818) 896-0246 or visit MEND, Meet Each Need with Dignity, located at 10641 San Fernando Road, Pacoima, CA 91331.