The ACE program was created to address the effects of community violence, strengthen the family and Advocate for youth as contributing leaders in our community.
UPAC is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that provides health and human services to under-served Asian, Pacific Islander, Latino, Middle Eastern, East African, African American and other ethnic populations of San Diego. Alliance for Community Empowerment Program (ACE)
ACE is a partnership of community organizations working together to address the effects of community violence. By providing
the skills and education to strengthen families and empower San Diego’s Central Region youth, adults and families, we work together to make the community a safe place to live. Services include:
The Mobile Response Team
Responds to acts of violence such as shootings, stabbings and murders in the community to provide victim and family with emotional support, resources and referrals for those in need. Teen Empowerment
In a clubhouse setting, various youth (ages 12-17) meet daily and weekly, and are provided with awareness and education, and strategies to overcome gang culture and delinquent behavior. Parent Empowerment
is offered to help parents or caregivers identify behavioral signs and risks, and/or approach children they suspect may be gang affiliated or otherwise engaged in delinquent behavior. Strengthening Families
(ages 10-14) A Parent-Child interactive course that promotes positive parenting, children’s knowledge and skills in dealing with stress and peer pressure, and overall family unity. Parents and their child will have the opportunity to develop a stronger relationship, understand each others perspectives and develop mutual respect. Grief Support Services
provides support for adults affected by the trauma of violence or loss. Certified Grief Recovery Specialists provide this service in three different formats:
◾Individualized counseling through home or office visits
◾Bi-monthly peer based grief support
◾Grief Recovery Method, a 10 week curriculum designed to assist moving beyond various forms of loss and on to recovery. Funded by the County of San Diego
