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Breaking cycles of violence through connection, healing, and opportunity.
What is Beyond Violence?
Beyond Violence is a hospital-based violence intervention program that connects youth trauma patients with trained Community Intervention Specialists.
Through one-on-one mentorship, case management, and care coordination, participants receive the support they need to heal, rebuild, and re-engage in positive community life.
This program bridges hospital care with long-term community recovery — ensuring that a violent incident becomes the turning point, not a repeated pattern.
Eligibility
- Youth and young adults ages 15–25 treated at John Muir Hospital for intentional injuries (gunshot, stabbing, assault, etc.) occurring in East Contra Costa County.
- Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
Program Objectives
- Improve educational attainment
- Increase employability and workforce readiness
- Support access to healthcare and social services
- Strengthen social and professional skills
- Build sustainable support networks
- Reduce recidivism and prevent retaliation
Program Highlights
- Immediate Response:
Intervention Specialists respond within 24 hours of hospital notification, meeting clients at their bedside to begin trust-building and crisis intervention. - Intensive Case Management:
Each specialist maintains a small caseload (no more than 17 clients), ensuring personalized support through hospital, home, and school visits — including transportation assistance and help with essential needs. - Comprehensive Support:
Clients receive direct aid for food, identification fees, housing applications, and other critical needs through the program’s discretionary client fund. - Ongoing Accountability:
Progress is tracked through detailed reporting and regular evaluation in partnership with John Muir Health.
High-Level Results
- 97% of clients did not retaliate
- 94% avoided re-injury
- 91% avoided arrest
These outcomes show the transformative impact of intervention rooted in empathy, trust, and consistent community support.
Looking Ahead
Beyond Violence continues to strengthen its partnership with John Muir Health and expand outreach across Contra Costa County by:
- — Increasing capacity for follow-up and employment connections.
- — Offering peer mentorship and family support sessions.
- — Advocating for trauma-informed approaches in public safety and health systems.
Beyond Violence is more than intervention — it’s a pathway to healing, empowerment, and lasting peace.
Uplifting Peace
Who We Are
Uplifting Peace is a street- and community-based outreach initiative addressing gun violence prevention in Antioch.
Our trained outreach workers connect directly with individuals most at risk, building trust through consistent presence, mentorship, and support.
We help participants redirect their paths toward stability, employment, and hope.
Our Mission
To reduce gun violence in Antioch by engaging high-risk youth and young adults, providing critical resources, and promoting positive alternatives that lead to safety, stability, and growth.
Our Core Values
- Respect: Every individual is treated with dignity and care.
- Trust: Relationships are built on honesty, empathy, and reliability.
- Confidentiality: All interactions are handled with discretion, ensuring a safe space for support.
Our Services and Resources
Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
Immediate response to prevent harm and diffuse potential retaliation or conflict.
Case Management & Mentorship
Consistent one-on-one support to help participants access housing, employment, and education opportunities.
Resource Navigation
Guidance in applying for local and county-based resources — from healthcare to vocational training.
Life Mapping & Goal Setting
Personalized plans that empower participants to envision and achieve long-term growth.
Life Skills Workshops
Practical trainings on communication, financial literacy, and conflict resolution.
Substance Use Referrals
Connections to treatment and counseling programs when needed.
Emergency Support
Limited financial assistance for clients facing urgent hardship (case-by-case basis).
Community Impact
Uplifting Peace has become a trusted presence in Antioch’s neighborhoods — reducing violence through relationships, mentorship, and consistency.
Our outreach model shows that peace grows where people feel seen, supported, and believed in.
Uplifting Peace is more than outreach — it’s a commitment to healing our neighborhoods, one relationship at a time.