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Understanding Our Kids: Youth Mental Health and the Road to Resilience
To better understand the mental health challenges facing youth today, Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian held a panel discussion that brought together experts in the mental health field as well as youth mental health advocates. Titled, “Understanding Our Kids: Youth Mental Health and the Road to Resilience,” the discussion focused on how to identify and prevent a mental health crisis, the availability of County and community mental health services for families in crisis, and the benefits of peer-to-peer support systems.
Helping veterans get the services they need, and have earned
We need to do more to help veterans take advantage of available benefits and services. I’m gratified colleagues on the Board of Supervisors agreed, approving my proposal, made together with Supervisor Otto Lee, to increase staffing at Santa Clara County’s Veterans Service Office (VSO), an agency established in 1944 and co-funded by the state and county.
Giving caregivers the care – and resources – they/we need
Caregivers — whether a family member, a community volunteer, or paid helpers — provide life-enhancing, indeed often life-saving, in-home support. Finding capable, compassionate care is a concern for many here in Santa Clara County, especially now.
Better breast cancer detection saves lives
A year from now, more than a decade after groundbreaking action here in California, a new federal law will take effect improving breast cancer screening in women with dense breast tissue.
County of Santa Clara families should take advantage of transitional kindergarten
County of Santa Clara families should take advantage of transitional kindergarten
Phishing and other cyber crimes: How to avoid getting scammed
Phishing and Other Cyber Crimes: How to Avoid Getting Scammed
Let’s make Santa Clara County a more accessible place for all
Let’s Make Santa Clara County a More Accessible Place for All
The gift of mobility for West Valley seniors
The Gift of Mobility for West Valley Seniors
Expanding RYDE enables senior mobility and empowerment
Expanding RYDE enables senior mobility and empowerment