Pablo Alvarez Rosas social work journey reflects a deep commitment to service, leadership, and community-based mental health care.
Pablo Alvarez Rosas social work journey reflects a strong call to service and leadership in community-based mental health. I didn’t really choose the field of social work; those who pursue this type of work often feel a calling. It’s not a field where we will become wealthy. What drew me in was service—service to the […]
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Raising Awareness & Reducing Stigma
July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (MMHM), a time to address the unique challenges faced by communities of color. Carmen Torres, Deputy Director, emphasizes Interim’s mission: “During MMHM, we celebrate resilience and the richness of our communities while advocating for access to mental health care. At Interim, we’re committed to breaking down stigma […]
Fun and Awards Under The Sun: Interim’s Annual Staff Training Day
The Interim Annual Staff Training Day brought employees together for professional development, recognition, and celebration of service on June 18th, at Hacienda Hay & Feed in Carmel Valley. Employees enjoyed outdoor games, a motivational speaker presentation, and finished with a delicious lunch under a gorgeous sunny sky! The highlight of the event was the State […]
Interim Sends Wellness Navigators to CASRA Conference
Wellness Navigators CASRA Conference participation reflects Interim’s dedication to peer leadership and professional growth. CASRA, the California Association of Social Rehabilitation Agencies, held its annual conference on May 23rd in Sacramento, its first in-person event since 2019. Interim sent 4 Wellness Navigators: Antonio Garibaldi (MCHOME). Emily Cisneros (Wellness Services-Primary Care Integration), Lizeth Arreola (Assertive Community Treatment) and Cristela Chavez (Wellness Services-Transportation Coaching). The […]
Interim Acknowledges Mental Health Community Volunteers for Their Giving Spirits at The Annual Mental Health Service Recognition Awards
Interim, Inc. held our annual Mental Health Service Recognition Awards on May 31st, 2024. This event recognizes consumers, volunteers, and mental health care providers who are passionate about serving the mental health community. Over 220 people gathered at Embassy Suites in Seaside to honor them. The event also featured a consumer art show and dancing […]
Interim Holds an ‘Out of This World’ Talent Show
The Out of This World Talent Show 2024 brought Interim’s Marina community together to celebrate creativity, performances, and artistic expression. The stage and backdrop were illuminated with dozens of handmade papier-mache planets and sparkling hand cut stars created by their decorations team. The performers graced the stage with a wide variety of talents: faux painting, […]
Neil Northey – Evolution of an Interim Program Director
Neil E. Northey, the Program Director of Interim’s Manzanita Monterey crisis residential facility, Interim is a prime example of the care Interim takes in investing in the professional growth of its employees. Along his journey, Neil has learned many universal truths about how we grow as individuals, things that we all share no matter what path […]
Interim Hosts Resource Experts for Special Needs Trust Webinar on March 28th
Interim held a webinar on Special Needs Trusts on March 28th. Webinar attendees received an overview of the legal and administrative considerations of Special Needs Trusts from attorneys Stephen Dale and Yvonne Ascher, as well as from licensed Professional Fiduciary Fiona McDonough. Special Needs Trusts are a valuable tool to provide assets to a […]
Interim Welcomes Four New Board Members
Interim Inc., is proud to announce the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that will be instrumental in supporting Interim’s mission of providing housing and supportive services to adults living with mental illness in Monterey County. We are confident that our new […]
Interim Hosts Open House at New Soledad Location
On Wednesday, February 28, over 70 people attended Interim’s new Soledad office open house. Guests were given a guided tour of the office to learn about the programs that will permanently reside at this location: Keep It Real, MCHOME and Assertive Community Treatment. Other programs will be able to use the office space to better […]