Project HEART Group Meetings create a safe, structured environment where men and women can talk openly, learn from others, and feel supported without judgment. These weekly gatherings help participants move from isolation to connection; building relationships rooted in honesty, encouragement, and shared experience. Over time, the group becomes a reliable support system that strengthens confidence and emotional stability.

Project Heart's meetings combine conversation based support, peer mentoring, and reflective journaling to help participants recognize patterns that may be keeping them stuck. Members learn tools for managing stress, handling conflict, and responding to life’s challenges with clarity instead of overwhelm. This approach helps individuals replace negative thought cycles with healthier thinking, stronger choices, and practical problem solving skills.

Group meetings also offer a consistent place to reset, refocus, and keep moving forward. Many participants describe them…

Peer mentorship gives Project HEART members the opportunity to connect one-on-one with someone who understands their journey firsthand. These meetings are relaxed, personal, and focused on support; offering encouragement, perspective, and practical guidance outside of a group setting. Mentorship strengthens trust and provides a steady connection that helps members stay focused and supported.

Unlike traditional counseling, peer mentorship is built on shared experience and mutual respect. Mentors help members set goals, navigate difficult situations, and build confidence through consistent check-ins and real conversation. This kind of relationship can be especially powerful during high stress seasons; when someone needs immediate encouragement, help thinking clearly, or simply a safe person to talk to. 

Peer mentorship helps transform participation into belonging. Over time, members feel more connected to the Project HEART community and more confident in their ability to manage life’…

Project Heart provides a Project New Start program which offers a supportive pathway for individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. Project HEART’s goal is to help people rebuild their lives, reduce the risk of reoffending, and create a strong foundation for long-term stability. Project Heart walks alongside those who have faced life destabilizing challenges, providing guidance, encouragement, and practical support every step of the way.

Purpose is to break the cycle of incarceration by providing hope, structure, and community to those at high risk of reoffending; especially individuals whose past behaviors were driven by addiction, trauma, or lack of support.

Project Heart believes that everyone deserves a second chance, and that with accountability, real friendship, and access to resources, long-term change is possible.

Pre-Release Services – Project Heart meets with participants while they are still in custody too prepare them for a successful transition and…

The San Juan Ridge Community Library offers library services to the San Juan Ridge community, providing resources for education, recreation, and connection.

Services include:

• Lending books, DVDs, CDs, and large-print materials for all ages
• Public access to computers, printers, and Wi-Fi

Located in the historic Twin Ridges District office near Oak Tree Park, the library serves as a central gathering place for the community.

Web pages:

• Home - https://www.sjrcommunitylibrary.org

Truckee Donner Public Utility District provides electric and water utility services for the greater Truckee area. 

The district also promotes energy and water conservation and maintains infrastructure for long-term community sustainability.

Services include:

• Electric service delivery (powered by transmission from NV Energy)
• Water service for residential and commercial customers
• Utility account management through the My Account portal
• Customer support for service connection, disconnection, and billing
• Water and energy conservation tips, rebate programs, and usage resources

Web pages

• Home - https://www.tdpud.org/home

Make The Connection offers videos, podcasts, articles of personal experiences, stories of recovery, and other resources about such topics as:

• Transitioning from service
• Maintaining healthy relationships
• Managing PTSD
• Homelessness
• Work-related problems
• Retiring & aging
• Spirituality
• Alcohol or drug misuse
• Confusion
• Eating problems
• Gambling
• Social withdraw/isolation
• The warning signs of suicide
• The power of purpose and laughter_​

A resource developed and operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Make the Connection aims to reduce barriers and stigma associated with mental health challenges that may prevent Veterans from seeking mental health care. Talking openly about mental health and the challenges that many Veterans face can help encourage Veterans and their families to get the support they need.

Explore the site further to learn about different kinds of mental health treatments, as well as locate nearby VA facilities, resources and programs.

Whether you’re a Veteran, a Veter…