CALM

08/26/2026

CALM is proud to be part of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), where we provide trauma-informed Child Forensic Interviews to support justice system investigations and advocacy.

SART, made up of 21 partners across Santa Barbara County, was recently awarded $236,375 in federal funding to expand into a new space that will “provide a more appropriate setting for forensic examinations and critical services, while helping ensure greater privacy, safety, dignity, and comfort for survivors and victims,” shared Congressman Salud Carbajal, who advocated for this grant.

We are grateful for the support of this partnership that helps hundreds of survivors heal and achieve justice each year.

Learn more in this article by the Santa Barbara Independent: www.independent.com/2026/08/24/sexual-assault-response-team-awarded-236k-federal-grant-for-new-site-in-santa-barbara/

08/24/2026

Our Home Visitors Alessa and Claudia were happy for the opportunity to connect with lots of new and expecting families at the Books and Bubbles Family Resource Fair in Lompoc!

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

Now booking fall trainings: bring CALM‘s expertise to you with a training tailored to your needs at your workplace, school, club, or other organization.

🔗 calm4kids.org/learn/

08/14/2026

Join us in celebrating Suzie, who officially became a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)! Years of hard work and dedication have gone into this accomplishment.

Suzie is treasured by our staff and the clients she serves, and we are so grateful to have her on our team!

08/13/2026

Gabriel, a student in A.T. Still University's Central Coast Physician Assistant program, shares what supporting CALM means to him.

"I hope that my support helps kids and families see that they are not alone. I hope that the kits we make not only make them smile but also show them that we are a community and we can support each other."

Swipe through to read his full heartwarming & inspiring message!

08/12/2026

We're so grateful to Alyssa Monge, who completed a summer internship at CALM today. She dove right into meaningful development work, making a real impact in just a few short months.

Thank you, Alyssa!

08/06/2026

Parents & caregivers of children with behavioral health needs are invited to register for this free training event on Saturday, 8/29 from 9-3pm in Santa Maria.

Note: Free childcare, breakfast, and lunch are included, Spanish interpretation is available, and a CALM expert will be there to present!

Register: https://tinyurl.com/eventpc4w2

08/04/2026

Students from ATSU's PA program stopped by CALM's Santa Maria office today to drop off school supplies for children and families! Their donation helps families during an overwhelming time and creates excitement for the upcoming school year. We're so grateful!

08/03/2026

For families with kids, it’s time to prepare for going back to school! Gradually shifting bedtimes (and wake times), limiting screen time, and gathering snacks & supplies can ease the transition. What helps your kids get back into gear?