171Introducing The StarVista ChannelIntroducing The StarVista Channel! In January 2021, StarVista launched its new YouTube series, The StarVista Channel. The StarVista Channel is a space where we share updates and conversations with the StarVista community. Hosted by StarVista’s Director of Fund Development & Marketing, Lea Berhane! New videos posted monthly. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to be notified when we release new content!…
172A Message From Our CEO – February 2021Dear Friends, I hope you all are well and in good health. This month, StarVista celebrated Black History Month by sharing resources for the community on our website here and honoring historical African American figures on our social media channels. Black History Month, and every month, is a time to celebrate the contributions and achievements of the African American community. Here at StarVista, we acknowledge the importance of culture and heritage in our shared communities and in our practices as…
173Press Release: StarVista Launches New Website for Crisis Center Program…about school stress, relationship issues, and mental health challenges. The StarVista Crisis Center is comprised of a dedicated team of program staff, hotline staff, and volunteers. The program staff work together to deliver high-impact crisis services to the community. Many are also part of county organizations such as the Suicide Prevention Committee and the Diversity and Equity Council in San Mateo County. In 2020, the Crisis Center answered over 10,000 calls and provided high-impact crisis services to the community. “The…
174StarVista Included in ABC7 News Resource GuideFebruary 26, 2021 ABC7 News recently compiled a list of Bay Area suicide prevention resources and included StarVista as a local source for suicide prevention and crisis intervention in San Mateo County. For more information on StarVista’s Crisis Center, visit its new website here. “If you or someone you love is in crisis and dealing with suicidal thoughts or mental health issues, here are some organizations that offer help and hope…” View the resource guide here….
175Introducing the New StarVista Crisis Center WebsiteStarVista’s Crisis Center team is excited to debut the new StarVista Crisis Center website, the new home of many of our crisis services, and information about the support we provide to San Mateo County residents! www.sanmateocrisis.org Who We Are The StarVista Crisis Center originated as the first program of the agency back in 1966, and was the third crisis hotline founded in California. Over half a century later, the Crisis Center only continues to grow and provide high-impact services around…
176COVID-19 Recursos – pruebas y vacunas…Explicación de la Autorización de Uso de Emergencia para las Vacunas Ubicaciones de Vacunacion: La mayoría de los residentes del condado de San Mateo recibirán la vacuna de su proveedor de atención primaria o farmacia. Comuníquese con su proveedor de atención médica para obtener la información más precisa y actualizada sobre cuándo y cómo puede esperar recibir la vacuna COVID-19. Haga clic aquí para obtener más detalles Costco Pharmacy Rite Aid Pharmacy Safeway Pharmacy CVS Pharmacy California Department of Health…
177Peery Foundation and StarVista…safety net services our clients need as they arise (e.g., more healthy snacks for school programs, hygiene supplies, bus passes, etc.). The Peery Foundation has utilized a grantee-centric approach and worked as allies and advocates for StarVista. These are only a few of examples of how the Peery Foundation has been a passionate and responsive partner for over 7 years. We want to thank the Peery Foundation for their partnership and all that they do for our community! …
178San Mateo County Pride Center COVID Survey featured in the Bay Area ReporterMarch 11, 2021 The San Mateo County Pride Center’s report on COVID’s impact on the LGBTQ+ community was highlighted in The Bay Area Reporter’s article on vaccinations and COVID safety. Program Director Frankie Sapp shared updates on the survey’s findings. “San Francisco officials held a virtual town hall intended to inform LGBTQs in particular about the three authorized COVID-19 vaccines, while on the Peninsula, the San Mateo County Pride Center announced it hopes to set up a vaccination clinic for…
179StarVista’s 55th Anniversary BlogFor 55 years, StarVista has been empowering individuals, inspiring hope, and strengthening communities. Read our 55th Anniversary blog posts honoring our agency’s history….
180Shop and Change Lives with AmazonSmileYou can support StarVista by shopping on AmazonSmile! Did you know that you can generate donations while shopping on AmazonSmile, at no extra cost? AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon with the same products, prices, and shopping features as Amazon.com. Simply start your shopping at www.star-vista.org/amazonsmile and confirm “StarVista” as your charity of choice, and AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to our organization. Shop AmazonSmile Today: On a browser at www.star-vista.org/amazonsmile Visit StarVista’s AmazonSmile…