The Loop - Nevada (March 2024)

GreetingsfromWestCareNevada,

THE LOOP

IamproudtoannouncethattheLoopNewsletterforthismonthwillfocusonjust one event - an event that began with discussions approximately 10 years ago, then with more specific planning taking place over the past several years, and finallyculminatingwithanepicgroundbreakingevent

OnFebruary22,2024,anotherWestCareNevadabeaconofhopeemergedwith the groundbreaking of The Village at the Women and Children’s Campus (WCC) transitional living facility This spectacular event marked not only the inauguration of a physical space, but also the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the women and children served by WestCare Nevada who are seeking stability,support,andapathtowardsabrighterfuture

The Village at the WCC will stand as evidence of the power of collaboration and collective action This facility has been funded through partnerships with local, state, federal government, and private donors, and is designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for women with and/or without children so that they may have the opportunity to continue to work on the Social Determinants of Healthoncetheyhavecompletedresidentialtreatment

WhatsetsTheVillageapartisitsholisticapproachtoaddressingthemultifaceted challenges faced by those in transition We at WestCare recognize that stable housing is just one piece of the puzzle, so this facility will offer comprehensive supportive services tailored to the individual needs of each resident So, whether it's assistance with employment, navigating legal matters, or accessing educational opportunities - a dedicated team will provide guidance every step of theway

Now back to the groundbreaking - the order of speakers exhibited the true importance of this project to our community at large, and what you see in the photos included in this newsletter is an event that went off without a hitch SpeakersincludedMr JimWadhams,ourWestCareBoardofDirectorsChair; remarks from United States Congresswoman Susie Lee; and video remarks fromUnitedStatesCongressmanStevenHorseford

We also heard from our esteemed Mayor of the City of Las Vegas, Ms Carolyn Goodman, who has remained a staunch supporter for decades of the work we do here at WestCare Mayor Goodman reminded everyone in the audience how important this project was and how important it is for the entire community, including the private sector, to get involved in and support projects such as these We also heard remarks from our First Lady of the State of Nevada, Ms Donna Lombardo, from our Director of Residential Services, Ms. Irma Magrdichian; and finally closing remarks from another remarkable woman, a longtime supporter of our women in treatment, and Chair of our CommunityActionCouncil,Ms MarilynMoran

The entire groundbreaking event created a palpable sense of optimism, a reminder that no one is beyond redemption and that with the right resources and support, lives can and will be transformed The Village at the Women and Children’s Campus will serve as a lifeline for those in need, offering a sanctuary of stability, and once completed, stand as a shining example of what can be achieved when communities come together toward the purpose of Uplifting the Human Spirit I can guarantee that WestCare Nevada has every intention of expanding transitional living opportunities to other populations such as families and single fathers as well, and once we successfully demonstrate the impact of thisproject,thoseserviceswillbeplannednext Inaddition,ifyouknowme,then youknowthatHarrisSpringsRanchisalsoapriorityforrebuild,whichincludes adjuncttherapiessuchasEquineTherapy So,prayforhorsesandstaytuned

Onceagain,wecannotthankeveryoneenoughwhomadeitpossibleforthisday tocometofruition Fromourlongtimesupporterstothosewhohelpeduswiththe preparations day-of, you had a hand in us being one step closer to the ribbon cuttingofTheVillage Thankyou

84 Transitional Living Units

2 Multipurpose Rooms

6 Community Gardens

4 Children's Play Areas

1 Children's Learning Center

This Groundbreaking is Only the Beginning

OnFebruary22,2024,WestCareNevadabrokegroundonTheVillageatthe Women and Children’s Campus The Village is an 84-unit transitional living communityforwomenandwomenwithchildrentoresideaftertheirsuccessful completion of residential treatment either with WestCare or another community provider Services to be provided include case management, peer recovery support, parenting classes, family reunification, vocational and financial literacy training, reentry services for criminal justice involved individuals,andmore

This has been a dream 10 years in the making, and countless people have giventheirtimeandenergytothismuch-neededproject TheVillagewillhave supportive services and will provide a safe and nurturing environment specifically designed for families experiencing trauma, abuse, drug and alcohol, mental health illness, and homelessness We want to create a sense of belonging and teach financial literacy and life-skills education classes The Village will also have two multipurpose rooms and four playgrounds with gardensfullofvegetablesandfruits

Iwasproudtobepartofthiscelebrationandpartofthedevelopmentteamto help raise the funding to secure this Groundbreaking The entire community was brought together for the fundraising effort, and I am pleased to say we received support from both private and public funding From a small GoFundMe donation to support from an Angel Investor, we are humbled and gratefulforourcommunity,ourcity,andourstate’ssupportofourvision

This event was amazing and we had symbolic representations from all the major politicians from Congressmen Susie Lee, Mayor Carolyn Goodman, First Lady Donna Lombardo, and (virtually) Congressmen Steven Horsford StafffromSenatorRosen’sofficeandSenatorCortez'sofficealso joinedustodeliverProclamations

The Groundbreaking is only the beginning, and we look forward to a ribboncutting in early 2025 We will continue our mission in the community to Uplift theHumanSpirit.

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Services to be provided: case management, peer recovery support, parenting classes, family reunification, vocational training and financial literacy, reentry services for criminal justice-involved individuals, and more!

As a Survivor of Traumas Myself, the Groundbreaking was a Triumphant Day

The Groundbreaking for The Village at the Women and Children’s Campus was a triumphant day filled with joy and satisfaction for me and many others who have diligently worked to make this dream a reality I am privileged to be part of this collaborative effort to ensure that women and children are provided with a safe and stablelivingenvironmentforanextendedperiodandreceiveguidanceandsupportin theearlystagesoftheirrecovery

As a survivor of many traumas myself, I am proud to be part of providing a solid foundationforfamiliestothriveandachievetheirdesiredgoalsastheypreparetolive independently and free from negative relationships and abusive behaviors The Village will significantly increase opportunities for child reunification, strengthen familial relationships, provide continued education, employment opportunities, money management,responsibleliving,and,mostimportantly,caringindividualstoUpliftthe HumanSpiritastheynavigatetheirchosenjourneysintolong-termsobriety

My Spirit Uplifted, My Dedication Strengthened

To experience the groundbreaking for WestCare Nevada’s The Village at the Women and Children’s Campus was truly an honor There was a huge community involvementpresencefromahostofWestCareaffiliatesfromaroundtheglobeanda vast diverse group of people - everyone from interested individuals, invested groups, organizationalpartners,andpoliticians

To be a part of something that was so highly spoken of uplifted my spirit and strengthened my dedication to assisting individuals on their path to sobriety and selfsufficiency The excitement and anticipation that was expressed by everyone in attendance, and still to this day, further supports the need for this development of transitional housing to assist those in continuing their growth towards recovery and stability I am grateful to be a part of WestCare, a beacon that has paved the way in recoveryefforts,helpingthoseinourcommunitiesformanyyears

It honestlywasexciting–evenafter Peopleweresoinvestedandinterestedinwhat wedohereoverall Itwasdefinitelymemorable!

Uplifting the Human Spirit

Excited for the Future

The Groundbreaking event at the Women and Children’s Campus was an extremely special event and one that I was excited to be present for. It was inspiring and encouraging to see all the support WestCare received from all levels of our Nevada community. It was encouraging to know that the vision that WestCare has to Uplift the Human Spirit is recognized, shared, and supported. Listening to the speeches from Irma Magrdichian, Director of Residential Services, to everyone who assisted in making the groundbreaking possible spoke to all the work that WestCare does for the community and the efforts we have put in to get to this point. I am extremely excited to see this property develop and how it is going to benefit the members of the Las Vegas Community.

A Truly Remarkable Day

On February 22, 2024, we had a very good day. We saw local, state, and Federal government officials as well as community partners representing education, health care, spiritual ministries, private enterprises, and our recovery community join with our WestCare Family at the Women and Children’s Campus to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony for The Village. This was a very good day, indeed. To know the vision and watch the commitment of our stellar Community Action Council (CAC) members and the entire WestCare Family become a reality is exciting. To see the extended community support from the public and private sectors was also invigorating. WestCare Nevada is committed to delivering high-quality services that empower people to transform their lives. I am honored to share a small part of this newest opportunity to empower our clients in transforming their lives.

Our WestCare Board Members Break Bread with The Women of the WCC

The Village’s Groundbreaking ceremony coincided with our WestCare Board Week, where WestCare leadership and board of directors from across the state and overseas travel to convene at our Henderson, Nevada Headquarters. We were honored that they could attend the groundbreaking ceremony in support of what WestCare Nevada strives to do with this new project. The morning of the groundbreaking, our board members joined the ladies at the Women and Children’s Campus for a morning breakfast where they interacted with the women we currently serve and those who will benefit directly from the construction of The Village.