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More Affordable Homes Coming to North County
Headline: More Affordable Homes Coming to North County
Publication: Count News Center
Article Date: May 12, 2026
Construction is underway on Coast Villas, a new affordable housing community in Oceanside for older adults with low incomes. A groundbreaking ceremony was held today at 1111 S. Coast Highway to celebrate the start of the 56‑unit development. Coast Villas will provide homes for people ages 55 and older who earn 30 to 50 percent of the area median income. Fifteen apartments will be set aside for veterans experiencing homelessness, including 12 units for veterans with behavioral health needs. Read More…
New East County Behavioral Health Hub Expands 24/7 Crisis Care Access
Headline: New East County Behavioral Health Hub Expands 24/7 Crisis Care Access
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: April 20, 2026
The County and partners celebrated the ribbon cutting Monday [4/20] of the East Region Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) on Monday [4/20], marking a major milestone in expanding access to behavioral health services across the region. The new, 14,000-square foot facility in El Cajon is the first behavioral health hub of its kind in East County. When it opens its doors this summer, it will become the eighth CSU in the County’s growing network, ensuring that of the County’s six Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) regions now has a dedicated 24/7 crisis care facility. Read More…
County Employees Give Back: CECO Grants Nearly $109K to Local Causes
Headline: County Employees Give Back: CECO Grants Nearly $109K to Local Causes
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: April 14, 2026
The County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) awarded $108,940 to 87 community programs and the CECO Employee Crisis Fund during its annual awards ceremony Friday at the North Inland Live Well Center in Escondido. This year’s grant recipients represent a wide range of local nonprofits, including health clinics, homeless service providers, youth and after‑school programs, and other organizations serving San Diego County residents. Read More…
Senior Affordable Housing Expands in North County with La Sábila Opening
Headline: Senior Affordable Housing Expands in North County with La Sábila Opening
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: February 26, 2026
A new affordable housing community for older adults has opened on South Santa Fe Avenue in North County. La Sábila, located just outside the City of Vista in unincorporated San Diego County, offers 85 affordable apartments for residents ages 55 and older. The $48.5 million development includes 42 units reserved for adults 62 and up who are exiting homelessness. Those units are supported through the County of San Diego’s Project-Based Voucher program for very low-income seniors. Read More…
Ramona Community Resource Center Marks First Year in New Location
Headline: Ramona Community Resource Center Marks First Year in New Location
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: February 4, 2026
The new Ramona Community Resource Center celebrated its first year in its new location, serving as a one-stop place for County services like mental health, nutrition, and healthcare. In the first year, more than 5,600 people visited the center for services. The facility also provides a space for the community gatherings and events, like school meetings. Read More…