Children's Health Council

The countdown to tip off is here! Steel Mike will be happening this Sunday! Join us for a fun community and family event benefiting the Michael Harris Fund at CHC. Play or bid for a great cause! Thank you so much to everyone who has signed up to participate in any shape or form. Together we are making a positive impact in teen mental health! See you all there!

We are excited to launch the fifth season of CHC's Voices of Compassion podcast! Your unwavering support has been the driving force behind our success, and we can’t wait to continue providing you with expert insights into mental health and learning differences for children, teens, and young adults. At CHC, we’re passionate about bringing you the best in this field, and we’re grateful to have you with us on this journey. Thank you for being a valued member of our community!

CHC’s Ravenswood program is ecstatic to welcome three new practicum students for the 2024-2025 year. Ilana Hayutin (entering 3rd year PGSP – Stanford’s PsyD program) Emily Thompson (entering 2nd year at University of San Francisco’s MFT program) Alexandra Rosseau (entering 3rd year at Palo Alto University’s PhD program) We are excited to see all the wonderful work and collaboration they will bring to our community!

Joining us this year as our SteelMike halftime speaker is SF 49er legend, Pro Football Hall of Famer, and founder of the Forever Young Foundation, Steve Young! Steve’s foundation is dedicated to spreading hope and providing resources for the development, strength, and education of children. We are incredibly grateful to have him at SteelMike as we work together to advocate for and support teen mental health in our community. Slots are still open for players to join. Come play your part and make an impact! #SteveYoung #SF49ersLegend #MakeAnImpact #TeenMentalHealth

Our Ravenswood Partnership had the opportunity to attend the Ravenswood Family Health Center Community Health Fair 2024! The event was filled with live entertainment, fun activities, raffle prizes, and resources such as fresh groceries and vision screenings. We are so excited for continued collaborations with our many partners and other organizations in the East Palo Alto community!

📣 Have you heard? Our new updated CHC Resource Library is here! Introducing a range of enhanced features tailored to streamline the search of content through advanced filtering options. Look for our distinctive CHC expert badge for materials crafted by our specialists, or other material rigorously vetted by our professionals. Enjoy a refreshed interface, providing access to a wealth of expert knowledge, tips, and strategies just for you. We invite you to take a look and share with others who may benefit from our resources. https://bit.ly/3UdOuTT

💪 The CHC SteelMike Shootout online auction is LIVE! Join us in bidding for a cause that supports teen's mental health. 💙 This year's auction features a variety of unforgettable items. Here's your chance to get behind-the-scenes moments with the Golden State Warriors, exclusive vacations/getaways in Maui North Shore and Montage Deer Valley, full dinner experience with a Sommelier, Chase Center Lounge Suite, and many more unique opportunities. When you bid, you'll make a difference in youth mental health! 

🤩 The countdown is officially over! The new EBC school year is here! Our dedicated team has been preparing every corner and detail to ensure a fantastic start for each and every student. Returning Dragon? Or joining us for the first time? Get ready to embark on the new journey together! 💙 What are you most excited about this school year? Comment below to spread the new school year excited! 😄

CHC's Catherine T. Harvey Center for Clinical Services is adding therapists and psychologists with experience working with children, teens, young adults, and families. Both full-time and part-time roles are available. Why work at CHC? You’ll be part of a unique interdisciplinary team where you can collaborate with colleagues to address the needs of our clients throughout their mental health journey. CHC's mission is to transform lives by providing culturally-responsive, best-in-class services to families from diverse backgrounds regardless of language, location, or ability to pay. Join us to help! https://bit.ly/3M3aegk

👋 Parents! Is social media affecting your child’s mental health? Studies show excessive social media use can amplify feelings of loneliness, depression, and anxiety. If your child’s social media habits are impacting their mental health, it might be time to find a healthier balance. Here are a couple of signs that social media is negatively impacting your child and tips on what a healthy balance may look like. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gVthrX_9