UPDATE:
Over the last 10 weeks since this effort kicked into high
gear we have gone from a group of 10 people that met in my
living room to hundreds of supporters who have met in many
homes in Sebastopol and West County. This email list alone
has grown to 192 people minus the 8 or so city officials.
In my discussions with many of you over the last weeks I have
heard much skepticism in regards to our intentions. Our intentions
are stated clearly in our Mission Statement and our integrity
will be unwavering to over come these biases. In time, the
community will find Peace in Medicine.
We Found a Home and our Application was Accepted
by the Planning Department
Upon city of Sebastopol approval of our Use Permit our home
will be located at 6786C Sebastopol Ave. across from Gravenstein
Station next door to Guayaki Yerba Mate. It is an industrial
space and we will have to complete an extensive remodel before
we can open. We are looking for volunteer and/or reduced cost
contractors, electricians, HVAC installers, counter top builders,
ADA accessibility, plumbers, and others so keep your ears
open and talk to people you know in these trades.
Name Change and Nonprofit Corporation Established
Due to conflicts with other established businesses in Sebastopol
we have changed our name from Harmony, “Peace in Medicine”
to Peace in Medicine. PeaceMed for short. We have also registered
with the Secretary of State as a California Nonprofit Mutual
Benefit Corporation under the name, Responsible Patient Care,
Inc. We were unable to register as a 501(c)3 non-profit because
that is a Federal designation and the Federal government doesn’t
recognize our efforts. One day they will and we will be there
to see it.
Mission Statement and Logo
On April 5 at the full board meeting we approved the Mission
Statement and Logo to see the logo click here.
Our Mission is:
We are committed to providing the community of Sebastopol
with alternative health resources in a safe, professional
and compassionate environment. We advocate and support a proactive
approach to health management by providing access to medical
grade cannabis for qualified patients, as well as a variety
of other services including therapeutic massage, acupuncture,
yoga, guest speakers, peer counselors and educational materials
on methods of alternative healing.
We believe in a person’s right to individual health
empowerment through access and knowledge. To support this
mission, Peace in Medicine is dedicated to offering access
regardless of financial status and to providing informational
materials designed to help members better understand how to
meet their needs on their quest for optimal health.
Our clientele come with a wide range of conditions including
cancer, anorexia, AIDS, glaucoma, chronic pain, arthritis,
insomnia, migraines, and anxiety, but all share a desire to
be proactive in their healing process, health, and pain management
through alternative means.
We recognize the importance of community and our center
is committed to serving not just our members, but the community
of Sebastopol through support of local organizations; for
true health is maintained not just individually, but through
combined community efforts and visions, as well.
Find Peace in Medicine!
Peace in Medicine Ambassadors
Last night we held our first Peace in Medicine Ambassadors
meeting. 14 new local residents were added to the outreach
and fundraising committee. We had a 2 hour training on who
and what Peace in Medicine is, we had plenty of fun acting
out role-plays with local business owners, school officials,
residents, etc. It was a great time. If you haven’t
been contacted already for a letter of support you will be
soon, your support is needed. We will hold a second Ambassadors
training this week, if you are interested in becoming an Ambassador
let me know and I will send you the details for the next training.
It is also a great opportunity to learn about our mission
and us.
Fundraising
We need to raise over $150,000 in the next 3 months. That
is 15 people raising $10,000 each, 30 people raising $5,000
each, and/or 150 people raising $1,000 each. On Monday, April
16 we hosted the first Ambassador training. Each of them will
be hosting house parties, organizing events/concerts and/or
donating themselves. One idea on the table is a Sebastopol
Litter-A-Thon. What a better way to raise money than to do
so while cleaning up our city. If you have an idea or know
someone who is willing to contribute to our effort let me
know or give him or her our contact information. There is
no doubt in my mind that we can do this. Our community is
large and with organization powerful! If you’d like
to assist in our fundraising effort come join us at our Ambassador
training. We’d love to see you there.
Gratefully,
Robert Jacob
Peace in Medicine
707-823-4206
robertjacob@peaceinmedicine.org |
