SHARE Self-Help

04/20/2026

Happy and ! This year's theme is "Shining a Light on the People and Causes that Inspire Us to Serve".

SHARE! relies on more than 4,000 volunteers each year to support a wide range of projects and initiatives. Our volunteers play a vital role in our community and we appreciate every moment they help us provide a safe place for all individuals to gather.

At SHARE!, we see that inspiration in action every single day. From assisting with support meetings and community outreach to organizing food donations and enhancing our social media presence, our volunteers are the heartbeat of our recovery community.

Whether you are helping with office administration, decorating for an upcoming event, or lending a hand with repairs at our Culver City or Downtown LA locations, your contribution creates a path for others to find housing, jobs, and a better life.

Ready to find your inspiration?
Through our Volunteer-to-Job Program, we welcome everyone—regardless of past experience—to develop new skills and build the confidence needed for employment. Your lived experience is an asset here!

Get involved today:
Call us: (310) 305-8878
Email: info@shareselfhelp.org
Visit: shareselfhelp.org/volunteer

Let’s celebrate the power of service and the incredible people who show up for our community.

04/19/2026

🏡 SHARE! Home Spotlight: First Vessel West Hills with (3) vacancies for men in shared rooms— move in today!

Located in a quiet, tranquil neighborhood, this gorgeous sober living home features spacious rooms and chic living spaces with plenty of natural light. Amenities include a massive fully equipped kitchen, secluded upstairs study area, separate laundry room, and a shaded backyard patio. Fully furnished with all utilities, including Wi-Fi internet provided.

- $950 for a shared room (2 per room)
- 3 vacancies (men) in shared rooms
- Fully furnished with all utilities, including Wi-Fi internet provided.
- Massive kitchen, washer/dryer, TV with cable, and Wi-Fi
- Study area, separate laundry room, and a shaded backyard patio.

Meaningful recovery requires a foundation of safety. At SHARE!, our immediate, permanent housing model is the first step toward long-term healing and self-sufficiency.

Our "5 in 5" goal is ambitious: 5,000 people housed in the next five years. By investing in SHARE! Collaborative Housing, you are investing in the dignity of our entire community.

Join us in making this vision a reality:
👉 shareselfhelp.org/donate

Apply for this home or see all other vacancies througout Los Angeles County by visiting https://share.managebuilding.com/Resident/public/rentals/320738.

04/17/2026

The SHARE! Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) Supervisorial District 2 team had an incredible time last Friday during the Veteran Social Connection Day at in El Segundo. From free rounds of golf to great food, it was all about that unmatched camaraderie, connection, and shared stories.

Huge thanks to everyone who came out to make it a memorable day! 🇺🇸

The Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) is more than just a resource hub, it’s a brotherhood and sisterhood of those who have served.

VPAN provides peer support, which means standing beside our fellow veterans, offering not just resources, but a deep connection born from lived experience. Creating a supportive community space to recognize the service and lived experiences of our veterans is at the heart of what we do.

Learn more about services and visit www.shareselfhelp.org/vpan to see how we support our veteran community.

04/16/2026

Thank you so much to House of Hope Foundation, Inc. for attending the Festival of Recovery and providing your services to those who attended.

You support is truly appreciated!

04/16/2026

All 65+ Community Members are invited! Join us next Wednesday, April 22, for our "Wisdom and Wellness" Celebrate Earth Day event at SHARE! in Culver City! 🌎

Free lunch will be provided with RSVP!

When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: SHARE! Culver City | 6666 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230

A FREE nutritious lunch and great group discussions are included!

RSVP Today at www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (or tap the Events link in the bio)

Dive into hands-on activities, including:

- Garden Rock Painting: Leave your mark with a splash of color.

- Terracotta Pot Painting: Create a beautiful home for your new plants.

- Plant Your Own Seeds: Take home the start of something beautiful.

- Micro-Greens Workshop: Learn to grow your own nutritious greens at home!

We’ll be introducing Community Resiliency Model (CRM) skills—simple, effective tools to help you stay grounded and resilient. We’ll even do a special "Tree of Life" exercise together!

RSVP Today at www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (or tap the Events link in the bio)
Space is limited, so grab your spot and let’s celebrate the Earth (and each other) together.

Questions or need assistance getting to the event? Give our friendly UMHP team a call at 310-845-5279.

¡Invitamos a todos los miembros de la comunidad mayores de 65 años! Acompáñenos el próximo miércoles 22 de abril en nuestro evento "Sabiduría y Bienestar" para celebrar el Día de la Tierra en SHARE! en Culver City. 🌎 ¡Se ofrecerá almuerzo gratis con su confirmación de asistencia!

Cuándo: Miércoles 22 de abril de 2026
Hora: 11:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m.
Dónde: SHARE! Culver City | 6666 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230

¡Se incluye un almuerzo nutritivo GRATIS y excelentes charlas grupales!

Confirme su asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haga clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).

Participe en actividades prácticas, que incluyen:

- Pintura de piedras de jardín: Deje su huella con un toque de color.

- Pintura de macetas de terracota: Cree un hermoso hogar para sus nuevas plantas.

- Siembre sus propias semillas: Llévate a casa el comienzo de algo hermoso.

- Taller de Microvegetales: ¡Aprende a cultivar tus propios vegetales nutritivos en casa!

Presentaremos las habilidades del Modelo de Resiliencia Comunitaria (CRM): herramientas sencillas y efectivas para ayudarte a mantenerte conectado con la tierra y resiliente. ¡Incluso haremos juntos un ejercicio especial del "Árbol de la Vida"!

Confirma tu asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haz clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).
El cupo es limitado, así que reserva tu lugar y celebremos juntos la Tierra (y a los demás).

¿Tienes preguntas o necesitas ayuda para llegar al evento? Llama a nuestro amable equipo de UMHP al 310-845-5279.
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¡Invitamos a todos los miembros de la comunidad mayores de 65 años! Acompáñenos el próximo miércoles 22 de abril en nuestro evento "Sabiduría y Bienestar" para celebrar el Día de la Tierra en SHARE! en Culver City. 🌎 ¡Se ofrecerá almuerzo gratis con su confirmación de asistencia!

Cuándo: Miércoles 22 de abril de 2026
Hora: 11:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m.
Dónde: SHARE! Culver City | 6666 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230

¡Se incluye un almuerzo nutritivo GRATIS y excelentes charlas grupales!

🎟️ Confirme su asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haga clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).

Participe en actividades prácticas, que incluyen:

- Pintura de piedras de jardín: Deje su huella con un toque de color.

- Pintura de macetas de terracota: Cree un hermoso hogar para sus nuevas plantas.

- Siembre sus propias semillas: Llévate a casa el comienzo de algo hermoso.

- Taller de Microvegetales: ¡Aprende a cultivar tus propios vegetales nutritivos en casa!

Presentaremos las habilidades del Modelo de Resiliencia Comunitaria (CRM): herramientas sencillas y efectivas para ayudarte a mantenerte conectado con la tierra y resiliente. ¡Incluso haremos juntos un ejercicio especial del "Árbol de la Vida"!

🎟️ Confirma tu asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haz clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).
El cupo es limitado, así que reserva tu lugar y celebremos juntos la Tierra (y a los demás).

¿Tienes preguntas o necesitas ayuda para llegar al evento? Llama a nuestro amable equipo de UMHP al 310-845-5279.

04/15/2026

April is , and this year’s theme is all about YOU: "Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections."

Health is about more than just a doctor’s visit—it’s about where we live, learn, work, and play. This month, we’re diving deep into the Social Drivers of Health (SDOH), focusing on how access to reliable transportation, safe housing, and nutritious food can bridge the gap in health equity.

What we’re focusing on this April:

- Culture as a Strength: Using our unique cultural connections to drive better care.

- Community Power: Strengthening local networks to improve health outcomes.

- Proactive Wellness: Prioritizing health education, early detection, and managing chronic diseases.

The statistics highlight why this work is so vital. According to the CDC, Black or African American adults are 60% more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes than non-Hispanic white adults, and American Indians and Alaska Natives have a life expectancy that is 5.5 years shorter than the total U.S. population.

By addressing these disparities head-on, we can reduce the burden of illness and ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Get Involved: Join the conversation and learn more about how we can build a healthier future together at BlackHealthMatters.com.

https://nationalminorityhealthmonth.org/

04/14/2026

04/13/2026

🌟 SHARE! Employee Spotlight: Jessica Miller, Director of Training

See below for an excerpt from article, "A Workforce Built on Lived Experience: Scaling Peer Support Across California".

"Jessica Miller, Director of Training at Self-Help And Recovery Exchange (SHARE!), a peer-run nonprofit in Los Angeles, sees this transformation every day. “People come into the program feeling a lot of shame about their past,” she says. “But very quickly they realize: you can work, you can have a job, and you can still be somebody with lived experience. In fact, you can use that experience to help other people at the same time.”

Read the full story about how California is scaling this life-changing workforce by visiting https://tinyurl.com/mwdbzcnz.
(or tap the News link in the bio)

Visit www.shareselfhelp.org/training to learn about our next training sessions!

04/10/2026

Take a deep breath and find your center—April is all about nurturing your well-being. We’ve curated a beautiful lineup at SHARE! in Culver City and Downtown L.A. designed to provide a restful, creative, and emotional outlet for your journey.

Whether you are looking to express yourself in a workshop or find peace in a supportive circle, our community is here to help you recharge and bloom this spring.

Don't miss our Earth Day event for 65+ on 04/22.

RSVP today at www.shareselfhelp.org/share-events.

#2026

04/09/2026

Join us for a vibrant afternoon of connection, creativity, and "Wisdom and Wellness" specifically designed for our incredible 65+ community on Earth Day, April 22, at SHARE! in Culver City! 🌎

Free lunch will be provided with RSVP!

Dive into hands-on activities, including:

- Garden Rock Painting: Leave your mark with a splash of color.

- Terracotta Pot Painting: Create a beautiful home for your new plants.

- Plant Your Own Seeds: Take home the start of something beautiful.

- Micro-Greens Workshop: Learn to grow your own nutritious greens at home!

We’ll be introducing Community Resiliency Model (CRM) skills—simple, effective tools to help you stay grounded and resilient. We’ll even do a special "Tree of Life" exercise together!

When: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: SHARE! Culver City | 6666 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230
A FREE nutritious lunch and great group discussions are included!

🎟️ RSVP Today at www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (or tap the Events link in the bio)
Space is limited, so grab your spot and let’s celebrate the Earth (and each other) together.

Questions? Give our friendly UMHP team a call at 310-845-5279.
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¡Invitamos a todos los miembros de la comunidad mayores de 65 años! Acompáñenos el próximo miércoles 22 de abril en nuestro evento "Sabiduría y Bienestar" para celebrar el Día de la Tierra en SHARE! en Culver City. 🌎 ¡Se ofrecerá almuerzo gratis con su confirmación de asistencia!

Cuándo: Miércoles 22 de abril de 2026
Hora: 11:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m.
Dónde: SHARE! Culver City | 6666 Green Valley Circle, Culver City, CA 90230

¡Se incluye un almuerzo nutritivo GRATIS y excelentes charlas grupales!

🎟️ Confirme su asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haga clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).

Participe en actividades prácticas, que incluyen:

- Pintura de piedras de jardín: Deje su huella con un toque de color.

- Pintura de macetas de terracota: Cree un hermoso hogar para sus nuevas plantas.

- Siembre sus propias semillas: Llévate a casa el comienzo de algo hermoso.

- Taller de Microvegetales: ¡Aprende a cultivar tus propios vegetales nutritivos en casa!

Presentaremos las habilidades del Modelo de Resiliencia Comunitaria (CRM): herramientas sencillas y efectivas para ayudarte a mantenerte conectado con la tierra y resiliente. ¡Incluso haremos juntos un ejercicio especial del "Árbol de la Vida"!

🎟️ Confirma tu asistencia hoy mismo en www.shareselfhelp.org/share-event (o haz clic en el enlace de Eventos en la biografía).
El cupo es limitado, así que reserva tu lugar y celebremos juntos la Tierra (y a los demás).

¿Tienes preguntas o necesitas ayuda para llegar al evento? Llama a nuestro amable equipo de UMHP al 310-845-5279.

04/08/2026

Join our new Activity Group "Art Fun Tim" at SHARE! Downtown Los Angeles on Fridays from 4:00–5:00 PM.

Start the weekend with some creativity and fun, or stop by before or after a meeting for a fun and creative time spent with others in the community. There is no strict instruction required, ongoing weekly, a flexible structure, and the goal is to enjoy an activity and socialize.

SHARE! Downtown
425 S. Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90014

Visit www.shareselfhelp.org/dtlameetings for a list of meetings happening at SHARE! Downtown.

04/07/2026

Honoring those who served.

The SHARE! Veteran Peer Access Network (VPAN) Supervisorial District 2 team was honored to host the National Vietnam War Veterans Day Luncheon! It was a powerful afternoon welcoming WLA Vet Center clients and their families for a time of connection and reflection.

Creating a supportive community space to recognize the service and lived experiences of our veterans is at the heart of what we do. Thank you to everyone who joined us in making this gathering so meaningful. 🤝✨

Swipe to learn more about services and visit www.shareselfhelp.org/vpan to see how we support our veteran community.