PathPoint

08/23/2025

To wrap up a great week, folks from the Integrated Work Service showed their appreciation to their local firefighters by delivering fresh cookies. It was a small gesture to say thank you for the big sacrifices they make every day to keep us safe.

(Image Description: Two images are shown. In the first image, a group of people are pictured outside a fire station. One of the persons is holding a tray of cookies. In the second image, a group of people pose for a picture next to a firefighter. They are all standing in front of a fire truck.)

08/20/2025

Residents from PathPoint's Adult Residential Facilities in our Behavioral Health Services gathered at a local park in Santa Barbara to meet up with Little Star Pony Foundation, to engage in animal assisted therapy. Folks were able to have individual sessions of snuggles with Little Star, the therapy pony, and enjoyed moments of joy, connection, and calm with their four-legged friend.

(Image Description: Three images are displayed. In the first image, a group of people are pictured around a small pony in a park setting. In the second image, a group of people are pictured sitting around a picnic table. In the third image, a collage of four pictures is shown. In all four pictures, a person is posing for a picture with a small pony.)

08/19/2025

We are writing to share some difficult news – our dearest Charles passed away on Thursday after a courageous battle with cancer. Since his diagnosis in March, he received ongoing treatment and was surrounded by love – especially in his final months at the K&FT office, where he was uplifted by heartfelt messages from clients, staff, and community members.
We have been so lucky to have him in our lives and our office for so long and he will be truly missed. ❤️ If you'd like to read more on Charles and a letter from his mom, Rachel - our Clinical Programs Manager - please click this link:
https://mailchi.mp/57b174b41fd7/in-loving-memory-of-charles-therapy-dog

08/15/2025

Heidi and Ryan from PathPoint's Ventura County Residential Services had the pleasure of meeting Shannon Celia. Shannon is a local contemporary watercolorist who painted the fiberglass bunny pictured here as part of the "Conejo Cottontails" public art project. Heidi and Ryan pass by this wonderful rabbit every week on their walk and it was so much fun to meet the artist! Shannon was making cosmetic touchups to her project. Currently, there are over 20 Cottontails on display throughout the city.

(Image Description: Three people pose for a picture next to a large fiberglass bunny. Behind them is a view of some bushes and a body of water.)

08/09/2025

The Ventura County Fair is in full effect and individuals from our Day Services in South Santa Barbara were able to join in on the fun. They spent a day playing games, eating delicious food, watching shows, and snapping great photos at the fair 🎡🎢🎠

(Image Description: Three images are displayed. In the first and second image, people pose with a bear mascot in a fair setting. In the third image, a group of people are pictured sitting on some bleachers.)

08/08/2025

Ending the week with a community outing is such a great way to spend time with peers. Folks in the Life Skills Plus service in LA enjoyed some time outdoors. They engaged in a nature walk and posed for some great pictures 📸

(Image Description: Two people pose for a picture sitting side by side in a nature setting.)

08/06/2025

Remember to practice heat safety and look up tips on how to stay cool during those hot summer days! 🌞☀️🌡

During a heat wave, practice heat safety wherever you are. Heat related deaths and illnesses are preventable! www.weather.gov/heat

07/31/2025

Heidi from our Independent Living Services celebrated National Cheesecake Day with a delicious slice of cheesecake. She was able to enjoy a slice during an outing with her staff 🍰

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07/29/2025

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) celebrated 35 years! This act highlights disability culture, history, and community pride.

35 years ago today the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed by President George H.W. Bush. It was a landmark victory thanks to the incredible advocacy work of people with disabilities who risked it all to demand access, autonomy, and civil rights. These rights were hard fought for and long overdue. Even more, it was only the beginning, the ADA is a minimum standard that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. Now in 2025, we continue to demand more.

It is massively important to celebrate big victories such as the ADA and it should also serve as a reminder of what can be accomplished when action is focused and united. We are still here and there is still much in our world that can be solved to better include people with disabilities in the workplace, public spaces, housing, healthcare, community, and more.

Let's learn, remember our history, and continue moving forward with the momentum provided by those before us!


Image Description: Top Text: Celebrating a Step in Progress. Below, blue/green DRC logo. Below, center, ADA 35 logo text: ADA 35 Celebrate July 26, 2025 Americans with Disabilities Act. Bottom Text: & Coming Together to Demand More. Left, an illustration of 2 hands clasped together.

07/25/2025

Folks in San Luis Obispo County recently took a trip to their local Apple Store on Higuera Street. Individuals from our Social Enrichment Program and Advanced Computer Training and Technology were able to receive one on one support with their devices during the trip. Apple Store Creative Pro Brian collaborated with PathPoint's staff in order to set up these trips every other month in order for individuals to continue receiving the support they need with their Apple devices.

(Image Description: Four images are displayed. In the first image, a group of people are pictured in front of a wall with the Apple logo. In the second and third images, a person is pictured by helped by a technician. In the fourth image, a technician is pictured demonstrating how to navigate through an Apple device.)