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[Cannabis] Decoded Launches
Education Campaign for Youth
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services is excited to announce the launch of [Cannabis] Decoded, a marijuana education campaign for youth and parents in San Mateo County.
Article Lauren Mascarenhas, Communications Coordinator
Starting Over with Assisted Outpatient Treatment
In his late twenties and early thirties Miles lived part of his life on the streets, cycling through shelters, hospitals and court rooms. Years of intense drug use, which started at the young age of 11, had taken its toll on his body and mind, leaving him feeling clouded and lost.
Article David A. Young, PhD, MPH, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Director
From David’s Desk
As healthcare professionals dedicated to preventing and treating mental health and substance use conditions, we have strong concerns with the policy of separating children from their parents or caregivers as they attempt to seek asylum in the United States. There are more humane methods for detaining families that may have entered the country unlawfully, but under international and U.S. law, have a right to due process in obtaining asylum.
Article Lauren Mascarenhas, Communications Coordinator
Waverly Place Opens its Doors
Supportive Housing for Chronically Homeless Clients
Waverly Place Apartments, the long-awaited supportive housing complex operated by the Mental Health Association (MHA) in Redwood City for homeless individuals living with mental health issues, hosted its grand-opening ceremony on May 23, with much celebration and community support.
Article Mariana Rocha, Clinical Services Manager and Jackie Vargas, Administrative Secretary
Dignity on Wheels Rolls into South County
Basic Necessities Restore Dignity to Homeless
Since its November launch at the South County Adult Clinic in Redwood City, Dignity on Wheels (DOW) has been providing the homeless with warm showers and laundry services every Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Article Briana Evans, Senior Community Health Planner
Pride Celebrates Inclusion and Solidarity
6th Annual San Mateo County Pride Celebration
Community members, community-based organizations and BHRS staff gathered on Saturday, June 16 to celebrate LGBTQ+ wellness, inclusion and visibility. Hosted by the BHRS PRIDE Initiative, San Mateo County’s sixth annual Pride celebration was warm in all senses of the word. Around 800 people gathered in the sunshine to bask in a welcoming, accepting atmosphere.
Article Craig A. Wingate, Public Health Educator
Protecting Youth from Nicotine Addiction
New ordinance restricts sale of tobacco and flavored tobacco products
On June 19, the San Mateo County Board Supervisors approved an ordinance to restrict the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies and flavored tobacco products in unincorporated areas. This is a victory for our county, as we try to reduce tobacco retail density and prevent future nicotine addiction.
Article Sylvia Tang, Community Health Planner
Bridging Communities to Wellness
Mental Health Awareness Month Aims to Reduce Stigma
This May, San Mateo County celebrated Mental Health Awareness
Month with the theme, “Bridging Communities to Wellness.” We
wanted to recognize the importance of building connections within
and between communities toward wellness and recovery, regardless
of who we are or where we live in the county. It was encouraging
to see the level of engagement across the county, particularly
among marginalized communities.
Article Doris Estremera, Mental Health Services Act Manager
Mental Health Services Act Update
Prop 63
Assembly Bill (AB) 114 Update
Most MHSA funding must be spent within three years or counties are required to return unspent funds to the State of California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). AB 114 legislation allowed Counties to submit a plan by July 1, 2018 for spending their respective funds that were subject to reversion since the inception of MHSA. A total of $4,256,155 was determined reverted as of July 1, 2017 and reallocated back to San Mateo County for AB 114 planning.
Article Frances Lobos, Parent Project® Coordinator
Caregivers Reconnect and Reflect at Parent Project® Reunion
Supporting strong and healthy families
On Saturday, June 9th, the Office of Diversity & Equity hosted the 5th annual Parent Project® Reunion, with live music, great food and heartfelt testimonies. The yearly event celebrates participants and graduates of the Parent Project®, a 12-week class that gives parents, grandparents, and caregivers the tools to build strong and healthy families.
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Cordilleras Replacement Begins to Take Shape
The San Mateo Daily Journal covers the Cordilleras Mental Health Center renovation, which will include specialized mental health treatment, expanded facilities and additional recreation opportunities.
Lee Harrison – National Certified Peer Specialist
BHRS’ Lee Harrison, Consumer and Family Liaison in the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs, recently became Mental Health America’s 39th National Certified Peer Specialist.
Theatre of the Oppressed
During Mental Health Awareness Month, the BHRS Community Health Promotion unit hosted a Theatre of the Oppressed workshop, using art to build awareness around the root causes of health disparities.
BHRS Spreads Awareness at San Mateo County Fair
Amid ferris wheels and cotton candy at this year’s county fair, sat some of our dedicated BHRS staff, spreading mental health awareness to the San Mateo County community.