Human Connection Matters

This episode is about the importance of human connection, relationships, care and compassion. Our guest, Rocio of AOC7 Neighborhood Organization talks with us about how their organization serves to uplift and support the needs of black and brown residents in the neighborhood and highlights the partnerships that help them achieve common goals. Listen as Rocio shares the impact of their community building efforts - all done with hard work and lots of heart. AOC7 Neighborhood Organization represents the boundaries of Anaheim, Orange, Cherry, and E7th Street.Visit https://www.aoc7neighborhood.com/AOC7 Neighborhood resides in the 1st and 6th DistrictsDistrict 1 Councilwoman Mary ZendejasDistrict 6 Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro More about Project Dignity HERE https://www.aoc7neighborhood.com/partners/project-dignityMore about the Safe Passage Initiative Community Ambassadors program and to volunteer HEREhttps://www.lbsafe.org/Resources:Long Beach Police Department Non-Emergency Number (562) 435-6711 Long Beach Rescue MissionLong Beach Rescue Mission offers shelter for men at the Samaritan House located at 1335 Pacific Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813.Intake at Samaritan House is open from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday – Friday or call our reception desk 24 hours a day at (562) 591-1292 for immediate assistance.Long Beach Rescue Mission offers shelter for women and children at the Lydia House located at 1400 Pacific Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813.Intake is by appointment only. Please contact us at 562-591-1292 for assistance.Visit https://lbrm.org/what-we-do/emergency-services/211 for LA CountyThe hub for community members and community organizations looking for all types of health, human, and social services in Los Angeles County.  https://211la.org/Litter Free Long BeachPlan or join a neighborhood clean-up HEREhttps://www.longbeach.gov/pw/resources/litterfreelb/