Support for Sonoma County Fire Survivors
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There are many caring people who have been coordinating healers, holistic health providers, supplies and related needs for the fire victims. Our Era of Care network is committed to supporting the healing needs in the aftermath of this disaster and we are assessing where the gaps may be and finding ways to fill them. We are currently working to support long term needs and recovery, working with Catholic Charities and other major organizations to assess and access those in need for mental, emotional, physical and spiritual support.
As with any post-trauma event, this is a fluid situation and we will be shifting and changing accordingly. If you are a fire survivor, please contact us here if you need additional help finding support.
If you are a practitioner, healer, or support person, there are many ways to help. Please contact us here if you want to collaborate or have any suggestions. This is a community-led, volunteer effort, and we are all in this together! |
List of free and low cost holistic services and resources for fire survivors
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Links for support:
Free or Low Cost Alternative and Therapeutic Services Community Support Groups for Fire Survivors Resource list for Sonoma County EMDR NorCal Trauma Recovery Network Redwood Empire California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (RECAMFT.org) Local counselors who will provide 3-5 free sessions of counseling to anyone affected by the NorCal fires How to help someone who is grieving Support for those in Grief and Loss Self-Help Guide for Trauma Disaster Distress Information and Hotline Smoke Inhalation and Respiratory Issues You can find some good info on resources here: https://recovers.org
Fire and volunteering info here: http://sonomafireinfo.com/# Work is currently being done on gathering a list of safe places to park for those who are living in their RVs, trailers and cars. Please check back here or write to the recovers.org site for more info
Great info on what we should be aware of regarding toxics in the environment from the fire
Gathering Thyme
Cheryl Fromholzer and Judy Lieblein are partners at Gathering Thyme, an herb store, clinic and school in San Rafael, CA. They are offering herbal consultations by donation (no one turned away due to lack of funds). They should call to schedule an appointment. 415-524-8693. Shop is at 1447 4th Street in San Rafael. Trauma Recovery Network A network of EMDR therapists offering free or low cost support.
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Private Practice Offerings
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Joy Metcalfe, Medical Intuitive and Reiki Master Teacher and Practitioner, Holistic Health Counselor, ordained Buddhist Teacher and Healer, with over 35 years experience. Private practice in Sebastopol.
I am offering a 1/2hr reading or healing for $40 - usually it is $95. If anyone has great need and no resources I will of course consider doing a free session. joycmetcalfe@aol.com. Rachael Vaughan Psychotherapy
I'm offering sliding scale in San Rafael Www.smallgreensprouts.com Rachael Vaughan MA MFT, Depth and Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy in English and French, in San… SMALLGREENSPROUTS.COM Acupuncture with Debra Gorman
I offer "day of" stress reduction acupuncture. Email the day of for availability. 30 mins sessions.Debra Gorman is a CA state licensed acupuncturist with a Masters in Science. FEEL-BETTER-ACUPUNCTURE.COM Wine County Fires Support & Recovery with ShelleyRae O’Connor. If you are struggling to figure a path forward, we can help stop the overwhelm and mitigate the damage. We will hear concerns, answer questions, and connect you to coaches, wellbeing/emotional support providers, financial support experts, marketing experts, and more. Tuesdays, 7am - 9pm, www.cpr4Biz.com, 415-891-9107, shelleyrae@songbirdcenter.org
Massage with Helen Richfield I am offering massage to fire survivors by donation
HelenRichfield.com Helen Richfield, CMT :: at Vibrance Chiropractic, 226 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. :: San Anselmo, CA. 94960 ::… HELENRICHFIELD.COM |
Acupuncturist - Herbal Medicine - Sebastopol, CA
Ruth Schlesinger is offering 5 free acupuncture treatments after paying for the first visit. Online booking is at www.blossomintegrativewellness.com Pamela Challender LMFT is a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist and is offering low cost supportive therapy and simple, effective strategies, and mindfulness stress management exercises that will help you rebuild your life in the aftermath of trauma, grief and loss. Please call 415-897-1092. pamelachallender48@gmail.com Looking forward to talking with you.
VortexHealing ®
Using the transformational power of Divine energy & consciousness, you can impact both emotional issues and all aspects of the body's energy system, including the chakras, energy pathways, energy bodies and physical body. VORTEXHEALING.ORG Access Consciousness Bars with Sunnie Skillman. The Access bars results in stress relief, deep peace, well-being, better sleep, and cleared limiting beliefs & symptoms of PTSD. It is a hands-on healing process that involves holding points on the head. Tuesdays, 11am - 2pm. 2nd & 4th starting in January.
ClearingPTSDSymptoms.com Phone 415-497-2879 or email: sunnie@songbirdcenter.org Martina Friedrich, MFT
EMDR therapist with offices in Hayward and San Mateo. I'd like to offer free or low fee sessions for anyone affected by the fires. 26250 Industrial Blvd., Ste. 47Hayward, CA 94545, 1710 S. Amphlett. Blvd., Ste. 210C San Mateo, CA 94402 415.225.6290 martina_friedrich@hotmail.com www.martinafriedrich.com |
Susan Kistin, licensed MFT and certified coach. Eclectic but focus on somatic and eco-therapy. Work with adult individuals and couples. (My specialty is not with children.) I can see people for 2-3 sessions each for free and low cost after that. I'm in Sebastopol.
Contact: 707-823-1319 or susan.kistin@gmail.com 6 free Yoga Therapy sessions- Please feel free to divide them up however you'd like...
www.TheYogaAngel.com Kelley cell/ 650.722.7120 KelleybYoga@aim.com. Lisa Brown I am offering an hour-long free session at a distance to those who have lost homes/businesses/jobs to the fires. Additional sessions at steeply discounted rates. Lisa Brown https://www.vortexhealing.org
Madalyn Berg I am offering free/ low cost energetic herbal consultations in Santa Rosa www.thecommunitymedicinecabinet.com and I have a budget from donations to dispense free herbal products form online store too.
Ashrai Riggio 🙏 www.ashraiyoga.com
Yoga therapy, Intuitive massage at sliding scale rate Yoga & Wellness with Ashrai Riggio In downtown Sebastopol in the Holonomic Institute Pamela Challender LMFT
Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist is offering low cost supportive therapy and simple, effective strategies, and mindfulness stress management exercises that will help you rebuild your life in the aftermath of trauma, grief and loss. Call 415-897-1092 or email at pamelachallender48@gmail.com Looking forward to talking with you |
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Kristen Picard RMT, MSW
MSc. B. Counseling combined with Intuitive Reiki to process difficult life situations and to enjoy relaxing and nourishing. This work also provides easing of physical pain and discomfort, the releasing of addictions, easing of anxiety, harmonizing of emotional distress, alleviation of headaches, deepening self-awareness,clearing of energetic blockages as well as balancing. Each session is tailored to my guest’s needs and wants in the moment. I have also created an intensive workshop called “Fundamentals” workshop and is adaptable for all age groups. I offer sessions in Sebastopol. My clients range in age from 11 years old and up. Call or email 508.951.9829 sublime036@hotmail.com www.healersource.com/kristen_picard |
More practitioners will be added, please do check back!
We are always seeking to add to our list of practitioners, therapists, counselors and and healers volunteering their services on-call. We are specifically searching for the following:
We are accepting donations of holistic self-care and trauma related items. If you want to donate supplies, email info@eraofcare.net
Funds are also greatly appreciated and will go towards supplies needed and direct help. Click here to donate. |
PAST EVENTS for fire survivors:
Care/Share Circles, Healing Support "POP-UP"
offered free for all those displaced by the fires
New dates will be added soon, please check back!
We are hosting share/care circles, with rotating trauma-informed facilitators and locations, along with listening support and healing work. When possible, these circles will include other modalities of support, such as bodywork, energy work and more. Sitting in a safe space and telling your story and listening to others has such a healing effect! It is like a balm on the heart to be witnessed and held. You can also find resources for ongoing needs as well. We are now organizing to start doing these in "pop-up" style, going to where they are needed or invited.
A Day of Healing, with free sessions, support and Era of Care's talking circle with Dana and Marsha. Feb 10th 10am -5pm Sonoma Rebound Center, 353 College Avenue in Santa Rosa.
Support Groups for Fire Survivors , Weekly talk groups held by MFT's
Equinox Circle for Recovery and Resilience, March 20th, 2018 Sonoma Rebound
Come share your stories and reflections, have space for healing and integration and be held in loving support for what you are inviting into your life and/or our community. We have the pleasure to host students from Sacramento State leadership program who are studying community engagement and are here to learn resiliency building.
Finding Clarity and Well-Being in Times of Challenge, December 7th, 2017, DOUBLE TREE HOTEL
Access Consciousness for Stress and Trauma Relief, Community Education for Your Wellbeing, December 8-7, 2018
Sunnie Skillman is a facilitator of Access Consciousness, which is a set of unique tools including hands-on energy work and verbal processing, to clear limiting beliefs, etc. She created a program for people suffering from symptoms of PTSD, and is getting amazing results using the tools you will learn. www.ClearingPTSDSymptoms.com
Sonoma Strong Healing Fair, December 9, 2017, Steele Lane Community Center
The Santa Rosa Holistic Chamber of Commerce is presenting a free Sonoma Strong Healing Fair to assist the community in recovery from the recent fires. Sonoma Strong Healing Fair is free for all to receive an unlimited number of healing treatments and to enjoy live music. Community members are welcome to explore and experience multiple treatments and healing modalities, such as massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, naturopathic, Reconnective Healing, Reiki, tuning forks, EFT tapping, sound healing, yoga and more. While receiving treatments, parents will be able to leave children attended in the Sonoma Strong Healing Fair’s Kid Area. Snacks and drinks will be provided for all. RSVP prior to the event is not necessary. More information about the free Sonoma Strong Healing Fair is located on the Santa Rosa Holistic Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/events/338111636599291/.
Forestville Healing Sanctuary (Oddfellows Hall in Forestville), Nov 19th, 2017, Check out their Facebook page
Dana Valley- 707-235-9873, To see the schedule for receiving or to sign up as a practitioner, go to: http://click4health.org/4-doctors/
Community Heals, Low/No Cost Drop-in Clinic, 6741 Sebastopol Ave #120-140 , Sebastopol, Ca.
Weds 10am-4pm , Fridays 9am-3pm (Reiki, Writing, Acupuncture), Care/Share/Prayer Circle 5-6pm
There are many caring people who have been coordinating healers, holistic health providers, supplies and related needs for the fire victims. Our Era of Care network is committed to supporting the healing needs in the aftermath of this disaster and we are assessing where the gaps may be and finding ways to fill them. As with any post trauma event, this is a fluid situation and we will be shifting and changing accordingly.
Healers Salon, Stay tuned for dates. This Salon is being postponed until after the holidays
A circle and salon for sharing resources, trading skills and giving support for those in the healing arts profession. Healing the healer!
Sound Healing Event for Those Who lost Their Homes in the Fire, November 10th, 2017, dhyana Center
Bodywork and Counseling freely offered for fire victims (Era of Care will be hosting a share/care circle)
We welcome those impacted by the recent fires to an evening of sound healing at the beautiful dhyana Center. This event will feature the healing sounds of Tibetan bowls, chimes, Native American flute, gentle vocals, harp, gongs, percussion, didgeridoo and frame drum. Please bring yoga mats, pillows and blankets. We invite you to bask in the ebb and flow of sound and silence for deep relaxation and healing. We will include massage stations, energy healing and a space for sharing for those who need to talk, grieve, cry, tell their story and be heard. Offered by seasoned, highly experienced community sound healers.
Free Natural Healing Event for the fire victims of North Country Counties, October 28, 2017, Hosted by Qigong & Daoist Training Center
Our healing event will include the healing modalities of massage & bodywork, Reiki, yoga, qigong, taichi, acupuncture, and other natural healing modalities. Families with children are welcome, as well as individuals affected by the recent fire disaster. First Responders are strongly encouraged to attend to receive support for your heartfelt contributions to our community. Monetary donations will be accepted for the Fire Disaster Relief Fund via the Redwood Credit Union.
Location: Community Church of Sebastopol, Contact: Michael Rinaldini: Lichangdao@gmail.com
offered free for all those displaced by the fires
New dates will be added soon, please check back!
We are hosting share/care circles, with rotating trauma-informed facilitators and locations, along with listening support and healing work. When possible, these circles will include other modalities of support, such as bodywork, energy work and more. Sitting in a safe space and telling your story and listening to others has such a healing effect! It is like a balm on the heart to be witnessed and held. You can also find resources for ongoing needs as well. We are now organizing to start doing these in "pop-up" style, going to where they are needed or invited.
A Day of Healing, with free sessions, support and Era of Care's talking circle with Dana and Marsha. Feb 10th 10am -5pm Sonoma Rebound Center, 353 College Avenue in Santa Rosa.
Support Groups for Fire Survivors , Weekly talk groups held by MFT's
Equinox Circle for Recovery and Resilience, March 20th, 2018 Sonoma Rebound
Come share your stories and reflections, have space for healing and integration and be held in loving support for what you are inviting into your life and/or our community. We have the pleasure to host students from Sacramento State leadership program who are studying community engagement and are here to learn resiliency building.
Finding Clarity and Well-Being in Times of Challenge, December 7th, 2017, DOUBLE TREE HOTEL
Access Consciousness for Stress and Trauma Relief, Community Education for Your Wellbeing, December 8-7, 2018
Sunnie Skillman is a facilitator of Access Consciousness, which is a set of unique tools including hands-on energy work and verbal processing, to clear limiting beliefs, etc. She created a program for people suffering from symptoms of PTSD, and is getting amazing results using the tools you will learn. www.ClearingPTSDSymptoms.com
Sonoma Strong Healing Fair, December 9, 2017, Steele Lane Community Center
The Santa Rosa Holistic Chamber of Commerce is presenting a free Sonoma Strong Healing Fair to assist the community in recovery from the recent fires. Sonoma Strong Healing Fair is free for all to receive an unlimited number of healing treatments and to enjoy live music. Community members are welcome to explore and experience multiple treatments and healing modalities, such as massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, naturopathic, Reconnective Healing, Reiki, tuning forks, EFT tapping, sound healing, yoga and more. While receiving treatments, parents will be able to leave children attended in the Sonoma Strong Healing Fair’s Kid Area. Snacks and drinks will be provided for all. RSVP prior to the event is not necessary. More information about the free Sonoma Strong Healing Fair is located on the Santa Rosa Holistic Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/events/338111636599291/.
Forestville Healing Sanctuary (Oddfellows Hall in Forestville), Nov 19th, 2017, Check out their Facebook page
Dana Valley- 707-235-9873, To see the schedule for receiving or to sign up as a practitioner, go to: http://click4health.org/4-doctors/
Community Heals, Low/No Cost Drop-in Clinic, 6741 Sebastopol Ave #120-140 , Sebastopol, Ca.
Weds 10am-4pm , Fridays 9am-3pm (Reiki, Writing, Acupuncture), Care/Share/Prayer Circle 5-6pm
There are many caring people who have been coordinating healers, holistic health providers, supplies and related needs for the fire victims. Our Era of Care network is committed to supporting the healing needs in the aftermath of this disaster and we are assessing where the gaps may be and finding ways to fill them. As with any post trauma event, this is a fluid situation and we will be shifting and changing accordingly.
Healers Salon, Stay tuned for dates. This Salon is being postponed until after the holidays
A circle and salon for sharing resources, trading skills and giving support for those in the healing arts profession. Healing the healer!
Sound Healing Event for Those Who lost Their Homes in the Fire, November 10th, 2017, dhyana Center
Bodywork and Counseling freely offered for fire victims (Era of Care will be hosting a share/care circle)
We welcome those impacted by the recent fires to an evening of sound healing at the beautiful dhyana Center. This event will feature the healing sounds of Tibetan bowls, chimes, Native American flute, gentle vocals, harp, gongs, percussion, didgeridoo and frame drum. Please bring yoga mats, pillows and blankets. We invite you to bask in the ebb and flow of sound and silence for deep relaxation and healing. We will include massage stations, energy healing and a space for sharing for those who need to talk, grieve, cry, tell their story and be heard. Offered by seasoned, highly experienced community sound healers.
Free Natural Healing Event for the fire victims of North Country Counties, October 28, 2017, Hosted by Qigong & Daoist Training Center
Our healing event will include the healing modalities of massage & bodywork, Reiki, yoga, qigong, taichi, acupuncture, and other natural healing modalities. Families with children are welcome, as well as individuals affected by the recent fire disaster. First Responders are strongly encouraged to attend to receive support for your heartfelt contributions to our community. Monetary donations will be accepted for the Fire Disaster Relief Fund via the Redwood Credit Union.
Location: Community Church of Sebastopol, Contact: Michael Rinaldini: Lichangdao@gmail.com
