Catholic Charities offers services at Third District Office
KING CITY — Residents of South Monterey County can access health care enrollment assistance, immigration legal services and financial stability support through Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey at Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez’s Third District Office in King City.
The office, located at 1011 Broadway St., Suite C, will host Catholic Charities on the first Wednesday of each month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The arrangement makes services available closer to home for residents who may otherwise need to arrange transportation, childcare or time away from work to access assistance. Services include help with CalFresh applications and recertifications, Medi-Cal enrollment and renewals, immigration legal services and financial stability support.
Catholic Charities also offers services at 27 S. El Camino Real in Greenfield on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For CalFresh and Medi-Cal assistance, call 831-233-3304. For immigration legal services and financial stability services, call 831-422-0602. Residents are encouraged to contact Catholic Charities directly to confirm service availability.
SPCA plans low-cost pet surgeries in South County
SALINAS VALLEY — SPCA Monterey County is offering low-cost mobile spay and neuter clinics in South Monterey County in November and December, with appointments available for all three dates.
Upcoming clinics are scheduled for Nov. 4 at the Greenfield Cultural Arts Center, 215 El Camino Real; Nov. 12 at the King City Recreation Center, 401 Division St.; and Dec. 3 at the Greenfield Cultural Arts Center.
The surgeries are available to Monterey County residents for dogs and puppies ages 2 months to 6 years weighing 2 to 30 pounds, as well as cats and kittens meeting the same age and weight requirements. The cost includes surgery and a rabies vaccination.
Deposits are required to reserve appointments. To schedule a visit, go to spcamc.org/mobile. Appointments also are available at the SPCA Monterey County Veterinary Clinic on Highway 68 in Salinas.
Monterey County Works schedules hiring events
MONTEREY COUNTY — Monterey County Works will host two hiring events in November, including a multiple-employer job fair in King City and a healthcare recruitment event in Salinas.
The first event is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the King City Library, 425 Broadway. A healthcare recruitment event will follow on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Salinas Career Center, 344 Salinas St.
“It’s also a great month to refocus on your goals and explore new employment opportunities,” said Monterey County Works Executive Director Christopher Donnelly. “Monterey County Works is striving to make our events available to employers and jobseekers throughout the area this year and is inviting both to register below.”
Job seekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their résumés, dress professionally and be prepared to speak with employers who are hiring. For more information, visit montereycountyworks.com/events-calendar/ or call the Welcome Team at 831-796-3335.
Salinas Valley Health adds 3 flu clinics in November
SALINAS VALLEY — Salinas Valley Health is offering three additional free community flu clinics in November, bringing its total to seven this fall.
More than 830 people have received vaccinations at the first four clinics in Soledad, Gonzales, East Salinas and Castroville.
“Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for people to protect themselves and their families from the flu,” said Dr. Allen Radner, Salinas Valley Health president and CEO. “The strong turnout at our first four clinics shows the importance of these community resources. We’re grateful to our nurses and non-clinical teams who volunteer their time to help keep our community healthy.”
The remaining clinics will be held Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds Expo Room in King City; Monday, Nov. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey County in North Salinas; and Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Hartnell College Student Center in South Salinas.
No appointments are required. Salinas Valley Health encourages community members to get vaccinated ahead of increased winter flu activity and holiday gatherings. For more information, visit SalinasValleyHealth.com/flu.
