101An Update From Our CEO: We Are Here…clinical services to assist families who are struggling with unstable shelter, food insecurity, and other basic needs, via Telehealth. These are just some of the ways we continue to provide services to our community. To learn more, visit our website at www.star-vista.org. I wish you and all those dear to you good health, strength, and fortitude as we weather the storm and come out of it stronger than we came into it. Sincerely, Sara Larios Mitchell, Ph.D., MACP CEO …
102StarVista Joins the Global Movement #GivingTuesdayNow…can give at www.star-vista.org/gtnow. At StarVista we are committed to providing you with updates as we go through this COVID-19 pandemic together. As you may have heard the shelter-in-place orders will extend through May 31 in San Mateo County, while some restrictions are eased and tools to strengthen the containment of COVID-19 are put into place. StarVista acknowledges those in our community affected by illness, quarantines, school closures, layoffs, furloughs, and other hardships. We are ready to help however we…
103Press Release: StarVista Joins The Global Movement #GivingTuesdayNow…and life stage in San Mateo County with innovative, proven programs that enable prevention, change, and perseverance. They help tens of thousands of people in our community each year through over 30 counseling, crisis prevention, youth housing, and outreach programs. As the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order continues in San Mateo County, StarVista also continues to provide its services. “At StarVista, there is no higher priority than the safety of our volunteers, staff, and the community we serve. Since the onset of…
104An Update From Our CEO: We Stand Against Racism and Xenophobia…use of language that stigmatizes and promotes bias and xenophobia of any kind. At a time when we are facing this pandemic, we would like to reiterate that we stand alongside the Asian community. According to U.S. Census 2018 and 2019 estimates, some 30% of San Mateo County’s 766,570 residents are of Asian heritage, compared with 15.3% for all of California. Our values guide us to support our clients and colleagues who speak many different languages, and people with a…
105Transitional Youth ServicesStarVista’s Transitional Youth Services (TYS) provides housing assistance and case management services to youth ages 18-24. The program supports the successful transition to independence for youth that have aged-out of the foster care or juvenile probation systems. TYS consists of two main components: THP-Plus (Transitional Housing Placement Plus) and Aftercare. THP-PLUS The THP Plus Program provides three housing options: Single Site, Host Site, and Scattered Site. Single Site: In this option, youth live in a triplex and are expected to…
106Institutions…and management of substance related concerns. After thorough assessments, case management services are offered to all youth who are interested in services during and after their time in detention in order to address challenges and barriers faced within the community. Institutions staff provide youth the best opportunity for success by offering such services as resume writing, job skills and training, connections to various positive social referrals to numerous services offered within San Mateo County. CALL TODAY! Telephone Number: (650) 591-9623…
107InsightsStarVista’s Insights Adolescent Counseling Program offers person-centered, culturally humble, and trauma-informed outpatient counseling services for youth ages 12-21. We support youth through general life transitions, difficulties with substance use, challenges with emotional regulation, healthy relationships, and healing from traumatic events, among others. Our team aims to support youth towards empowered and self-aware decision-making that positively impacts them, their families, and communities. Through careful assessment and case consultation, Insights offers comprehensive services that include individual, group, and family counseling sessions; case…
108DUI ServicesStarVista’s DUI programs comply with local court, state system, and DMV mandates. Services include individual and group counseling and education. StarVista’s DUI services include First Offender and Multiple Offender Programs. After completing your assigned sessions, StarVista will notify the DMV of your enrollment and completion electronically. You will receive a hard copy of certificates in the mail. It is 100% your responsibility to ensure that both enrollment and completion paperwork are filed with the courts by the court-mandated dates to…
109G.I.R.L.S./Camp KempStarVista’s G.I.R.L.S. (Gaining Independence and Reclaiming Lives Successfully) is a court-mandated, intensive program that provides assessment, counseling, and case management services for incarcerated girls aged 13-18. Participants learn how to deal with significant substance abuse and mental health issues. We believe our adolescent girls are valuable and worthy of our community support. We provide sustainable resources and programs that promote the process of healing, educating and empowering each girl to achieve her greatest potential in her community. Services: • Adolescent…
110Youth Development InitiativeStarVista’s Youth Development Initiative (YDI) engages students in opportunities to develop leadership, development, and advocacy skills. YDI consists of two different clubs that are offered through Sequoia High Schools Teen Resource Center. Both programs focus on empowering youth to take initiative in hearing and addressing community needs. Youth Advisory Board (YAB): YAB serves as the student voice of the TRC. It is a leadership opportunity for students to learn about the top issues affecting their peers and advocate on their…