Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Yvette Urrea Moe County of San Diego Communications Office Make a difference in a homeless pet's life by giving them a home, family and love in August for Clear the Shelters, a month-long national effort to find caring homes for animals in shelters. The San Diego County Department of Animal Services will be waiving pet adoption fees throughout the month of August to help to make the dream of a forever home come true for all the pets in their care. Shelters in the county are ne...
Shauni Lyles County of San Diego Communications Office It’s been one year and counting since hopeful chefs looking for a way to start a business in their homes found one through the county’s Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) program. On Feb. 25, 2022, the county opened its application process for the two-year temporary program that allows home chefs countywide to operate mini-restaurants with the ability to serve up to 30 in-person, take out or delivery meals a day for a maximum of 60 a week. As of July 31, 202...
Roger Boddaert Special to the Village News The status of the California mountain lion has changed over the years, from being hunted with a bounty on their head to being an especially protected native mammal. We are living in their territory, and it is their backyard to roam and survive in today's world, which is not easy these days. They are most plentifully found where there are lots of prey, and adequate native plant cover on our local mountains and they play a key role in...
CALIFORNIA – The American Pickers are excited to return to California! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series in California in September 2023. American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in a...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Regional Health District announced that it has awarded over half a million dollars in community health contract grants to nonprofits dedicated to improving the wellbeing of the residents in the Fallbrook, Bonsall, Rainbow and De Luz communities. These grants were carefully selected to support local initiatives that make a significant impact on the health and welfare of the community. The funding aims to promote healthy lifestyles and address the v...
FALLBROOK – North County Parkinson's Support Group Fallbrook invites anyone interested to join its monthly Parkinson's Support Group meeting, Friday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m. to noon at the Health and Wellness Center, 1636 E. Mission Road. The speaker will be Sydney Kennedy, founder, CSA, CPRS, of Time to Move Care Placement, Inc. She will talk about “Care Options with A Positive Approach.” Kennedy started her career in Canada becoming a leader in the HR industry in Alberta, before moving to Vancouver, BC, where she started a succe...
Dr. Frederick Kuo Special to the Village News When it comes to your child’s overall health, well-child visits are the perfect time to ensure your child’s holistic development is progressing as it should. With back-to-school season ready to begin, now is the perfect time to discuss your child’s physical and mental health with their pediatrician or your family doctor. What is a well-child visit? A well-child visit, sometimes referred to as a physical, is an annual appointment in which your child’s physician assesses their g...
FALLBROOK - Del Campo Farmers, a newly established and fast-growing farm nestled in the heart of Fallbrook, is paving the way for a healthier future by cultivating premium quality microgreens while striving to create awareness about the importance of nutritious food choices and fostering a strong sense of community. Microgreens are nutrient-rich, miniature versions of fully-grown vegetables and herbs, packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Del Campo Farmers...
Katelynn Abrams Village News intern Orange, pineapple fruit salad is sweet, creamy, and chilled. It is also known as Ambrosia salad, though this version doesn't include the whip cream or marshmallows found in many recipes. This version is made with fresh oranges and pineapple that were picked based on scent. A general rule that's good when it comes to picking fruit is if it smells good, it likely tastes good. Ingredients: Oranges Pineapple Shredded coconut Walnuts Sour cream V...
StatePoint Media Special to the Village News With the scorching summer temperatures, a cautionary tale unfolds for those in search of a portable air conditioning unit to beat the heat. Enticing promises and clever marketing tactics make it easy to fall prey to the pitfalls that await unsuspecting buyers. Instead, consider these tips when shopping for a new portable air conditioner. Ratings Be aware that a higher advertised BTU rating doesn't always guarantee a cooler indoor...
SACRAMENTO – California is scaling up work to prepare, prevent and mitigate the threat of wildfire – investing in more projects throughout the state to help protect underserved communities and stop wildfire in its tracks. California continues to prepare communities against the devastating impacts of wildfires, with Governor Gavin Newsom announcing July 27 new investments that will ramp up defenses around homes, reduce overgrown vegetation, improve evacuation routes for rur...
Julie Reeder Publisher I don’t believe anyone is excited to come across rats in or near their home, but since we live in a rural area, they are a fact of life, and an important part of our ecosystem. We find them at least occasionally near our homes, in our garages or in the engines of our cars! What benefits are rats? They serve as food for predators like mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, wolves, owls, snakes and more. Better rats than our cats and dogs! But they also burrow and loosen the soil, and spread plants and t... Full story
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – San Diego County is scheduled to conduct routine aerial larvicide drops four times this month: Aug. 9, 10, 30 and 31 on up to 51 local waterways, including Lake Rancho Viejo, to help stop mosquitoes from potentially spreading diseases like West Nile virus. The county uses helicopters to drop solid, granular larvicide on hard-to-reach areas of standing water in rivers, streams, ponds and other waterways where mosquitoes can breed. The county conducts the aerial larvicide drops roughly once a month from A...
Felicia Horton AdvanCare If you’re considering using an agency for assisted living, it’s essential to make sure they share your passion for improving the lives of older adults. Look for an agency that offers personalized assistance and support tailored to each need. With the right agency, older adults can maintain their independence while still receiving the care they need to live fulfilling lives. Take the time to find the right one for your loved one. There are many factors to consider, such as location, cost and ame... Full story
TEMECULA — According to Viking Clinical Research, a clinical research study may be a good option for those who suffer from a treatment-resistant disease or disorder. If eligible, patients can expect to receive a physical examination including laboratory tests, ECG’s and visits with board-certified physicians during their study-participation.. All study patients who qualify will be compensated, at each visit, for time and travel. (The amount may vary and is study-specific). Insurance is not billed for study related ass...
Mark Bailey Special to the Village News When it comes to honoring our brave men and women who have selflessly served our country, there are benefits they deserve that honor them in this life and in the memory of their loved ones. Veterans burial benefits stand as a tribute to their immense sacrifices. However, it is disheartening to note that only 12% of veterans are utilizing these benefits. In this article, we will delve into the essential nature of burial/cremation benefits, the inclusion of spouses in these benefits, the...
Village News Staff Family caregivers encompass more than one in five Americans, according to a Caregiving in the U.S. study, which is conducted about every five years. The study also revealed that family caregivers are in worse health compared to five years ago. The National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP presented these statistics, as well as others in the study entitled Caregiving in the U.S. 2020. The 2020 update revealed an increase in the number of family caregivers in the United States of 9.5 million from 2015 to...
OCEANSIDE – A confluence of unfavorable circumstances and market changes has resulted in progressive erosion of Women and Newborn Service (WNS) lines across multiple organizations, including Tri-City Medical Center. A notable negative contributor was a neighboring healthcare district’s well documented encroachment into the Tri-City Healthcare District boundaries and ensuing transfer of laboring mothers out of Tri-City’s district. The subsequent ratification of that decision by the San Diego County Local Agency Forma...
Katelynn Abrams Village News intern Soap is something used everyday, but not many people know how to make it or what it is in it. In the beginning, soap was made from cooking and mixing oils, water and ashes. Over heat, the ashes would be soaked in water, then mixed with the oils, which would cool and harden to become soap. The simplest soap can be made with these ingredients: water, lye and oils. Lye is the common name for sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide, which are...
FALLBROOK - With the help of involved supporters such as the Fallbrook Regional Health District, D'Vine Path has had the opportunity to grow tremendously during this last year. From the expansion to the Oak Creek Manor in Fallbrook to the implementation of new pathways for students, D'Vine Path has grown in many ways this year due to the love and support from the community. D'Vine Path has been providing vocational training to neurodiverse individuals in San Diego County for... Full story
Dr. Megan Johnson McCullough Special to the Village News The field of mathematics comes easy for some and is quite the "problem" for others. We are presented with the basics in our elementary years of schooling and can progress to as far as calculus and beyond. Some of us can memorize equations and numbers, while others can actually apply math to real world functions. Many people have heard of dyslexia which is when a person has trouble with reading, spelling and writing....
StatePoint Media Special to the Village News Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is also referred to as emphysema or chronic bronchitis and makes it hard to breathe. During every stage of the disease, starting when a person is first diagnosed, different supportive care options are available that can improve quality of life, including palliative and hospice care. It's important for families affected by COPD to have a plan in place regarding these care options. Having...
SAN MARCOS – Everyone is invited to the annual family-friendly health fair and breast milk drive with free goodies for attendees and fun activities for the kids, Saturday, Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at TrueCare San Marcos, located at 150 Valpreda Road, There will be giveaways and prizes for the entire family. Entertain the kids at the activity booth, talk with compassionate providers and staff, spin the wheel for prizes or take a break in the Cool Zone tent. Community p... Full story
SAN DIEGO – July is National Make a Difference to Children Month, and there are volunteers who take time to support local children living in foster care – Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers, also known as CASAs. These special volunteers are supported by Voices for Children, the only local nonprofit organization certified by the courts in San Diego and Riverside counties, to recruit and train CASA volunteers. When community members become CASAs, they help vulnerable children living in foster care cope with many cha...
Dr. Leslee B. Cochrane Special to the Village News Hospice care is a medical service that promotes compassionate care, support and comfort to patients when they have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness with a prognosis of six months or less; however, many patients live beyond this period. Hospice is covered by Medicare and most private insurance and provides home visits from an interdisciplinary team including nurses, physicians, home health aides, spiritual care and...
