91Discover StarVista WordsearchDiscover StarVista Wordsearch As we all continue to do our part by sheltering in place and limiting outdoor activities, we want to share with you a fun printable activity you and your family can do at home! Discover more about StarVista as you search for our program categories and location. Good luck! Download Wordsearch Here We help tens of thousands of people in our community each year through over 30 counseling, crisis prevention, youth housing, and outreach programs. Learn more…
92An Update from our CEO Regarding COVID-19 (April 16, 2020)…to address new and increasing demands, and recover from losses resulting from the pandemic. During this crisis, it has become all the more important to express how much we care about our collective well-being by showing compassion and kindness. While we create physical space between ourselves, we must also find ways to stay connected and strengthen community ties. Please join us in empowering individuals, inspiring hope, and strengthening communities. In Gratitude, Sara Larios Mitchell, Ph.D., MACP CEO Double Your Impact!…
93Un mensaje del programa Child & Parent Services de StarVista…como esta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCzK-D1TOqk – Hable con un amigo o familiar por teléfono. – Piense o escribe cinco cosas por las que estás agradecido Alugnos consejos para niños/niñas: – Colorear/ dibujar – Praticar respitar profundo imaginando un lugar bonito (Si no tienen uno pueden imaginar un lugar) – Hacer un libro – Cantar/Bailar Actividades para familias: – Juegos de mesa (como loteria) – Cantar – Rompe cabezas Sitios útiles de la web para niños y familias: Para niños/as de menor de…
94Un mensaje de nuestra Directora Ejecutiva (16 de abril de 2020)…personal, cambiar para atender nuevas y crecientes demandas y recuperarse de las pérdidas resultantes de la pandemia. Durante esta crisis, se ha vuelto aún más importante expresar cuánto nos importa nuestro bienestar colectivo al mostrar compasión y amabilidad. Mientras creamos un espacio físico entre nosotros, también debemos encontrar formas de mantenernos conectados y fortalecer los lazos comunitarios. Únase a nosotros para empoderar a las personas, inspirar esperanza y fortalecer las comunidades. En gratitude, Sara Larios Mitchell, Ph.D., MACP CEO DONAR…
95COVID-19 Resources…Association Disaster Loan Assistance Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov Main Street Lending Program We will be updating this page as we discover more resources to share with you. For more resources, visit our Facebook page. If you have a resource you would like to share to be featured on this page, please email it to development@star-vista.org along with your name…
96Thank you Airport Home Appliance…community ties. Because of community support like this, StarVista is able to carry out its mission of helping children, youth, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges by empowering individuals, inspiring hope, and strengthening our communities, in this incredible time of need. Check out these awesome photos of Airport Home Appliance delivering and installing the new refrigerator at our YHS program. We are so grateful for Airport Home Appliance’s crucial help and support! Learn more about Airport Home Appliance at https://www.airportappliance.com….
97Tyler’s StoryBruna Oliveria, Bilingual Case Manager When the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order was given in the Bay Area, Tyler’s* world was flipped upside down. Tyler was afraid of falling behind on their schoolwork because they had limited computer access. They only had 2 borrowed laptops in their household to share among 5 other kids, three of whom are also in foster care. Tyler is a client of StarVista’s Foster Youth Education Enrichment Services (FYEES) program, a one-on-one, strength-based case management and coaching…
98A Message from StarVista Crisis Center’s Teen Chat CoordinatorA message from Allie Rogge, Teen Chat Coordinator for StarVista’s Crisis Center A message from Allie Rogge, Teen Chat Coordinator for StarVista’s Crisis Center, highlighting OnYourMind.net, a free and anonymous teen crisis chat. Youth can vent, talk about depression or anxiety, and explore coping techniques & community resources in a safe one-on-one chat with a peer counselor. The chat is open Monday through Friday, 4:30pm to 9:30pm PST. If you would like to read more about supporting your mental health…
99Thank You Coastal Spirits Distillery, Devil’s Canyon Brewery, Seven Stills Brewery & Distillery, Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits, and the East Bay Hand Sanitizer Fund…need for community support is more important now than ever. With the help from different organizations across the Bay Area, we’re able to continue our mission of providing services to all ages and stages through life’s challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a range of new obstacles, but we’re committed to delivering services to create solutions and give people the help they need. Learn more about the organizations here: Coastal Spirits Devil’s Canyon Brewery Seven Stills Brewery & Distillery Silicon…
100An Update from our CEO: Happy National Volunteer Week!Dear Friends, Happy National Volunteer Week! During this COVID-19 crisis, it has become even more important to express how much we care about our collective well-being by showing compassion and kindness. During National Volunteer Week, I wanted to take some time to recognize and thank our volunteers who devote their time in support of our mission. We truly value your compassion for our clients and the community. I also want to thank our donors and everyone who supports StarVista. I…