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Casa de Esperanza

Power to Change Workshop

Empowering Change

In September 2023, Casa de Esperanza introduced an 8-week Power to Change Jail-based workshop for female inmates at the Yuba County Jail who have experienced domestic and sexual violence. The sessions offer psycho-educational group discussions and provide information on identifying abuse, patterns of abuse, why women stay, effects of abuse, healthy relationships, and self-care. This Program was made possible through a Community Service Block Grant from the Yuba County Community Services Commission (YCCSC). Casa de Esperanza also contributed new books to the Jail Library to support personal development, healthy relationships, and improved coping skills, essential resources for making positive changes in their lives.

The Team from Casa delivering books purchased by a grant for "The Power To Change Workshop" Jan 2024

"While the grant has officially ended, we recognize the ongoing need for the program and are committed to finding ways to continue offering its benefits," -Michelle Downing Executive Director

Casa Leadership on January 23, 2024, Casa de Esperanza launched another 8-week workshop.

Yuba County Sheriffs Q. Bass, M. Vandebruinhorst, A. Juarez, Michelle Downing, Mayra Mendez, & Abbey Crook

"It was empowering to see the group participants all support each other and discuss what they have learned and the perspectives they have gained from the education provided", -Abbey Crook, Director of Counseling Services.

Abbey Crook & Mayra Mendez

The facilitators observed the participants answer each other's questions or validate each other's experiences and feelings. "It was such a positive and strong experience to facilitate and observe the women encourage one another and participate in the Program," said Mayra Mendez, Family Support Counselor.

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