Peninsula Family Service

Peninsula Family Service announces a new partnership and grant award from the State of California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation’s CalMoneySmart Program to expand the reach of our Financial Empowerment’s Financial Education program. The partnership is working to reach individuals and families who can benefit from critical information about budgeting, the responsible use of credit, and saving options that are especially important during this challenging time of COVID-19. This work is designed to permanently break the cycles of debt and vulnerability. https://www.peninsulafamilyservice.org/partnership-with-ca/ Cal Money Smart

Call our Older Adult Resource Line for information on food security, wellness checks, and much more. 650.780.7542

Psychologist Dana Garfin's family is spread out. Since the pandemic began, she says, they have had regular Sunday night dinners together on Zoom. "It's been great because we've actually been connecting more that way than we would otherwise." http://ow.ly/p0te50Df0Re

On February 25th from 6-7:30 pm, the San Mateo County Pride Center welcomes you to join the African American Community Initiative, the Pride Initiative, Peninsula Family Service, and the LGBT Commission’s Visibility Committee for the Black Intergenerational Virtual Dinner. This year’s dinner theme is We Are Because They Do to acknowledge influential LGBTQ+ leadership, both past, and present. We encourage members of San Mateo County Community to bring your dinner and engage in discussions about Black LGBTQ+ history. This event is free and open to the public. San Mateo County Pride Center Those who register before the event will automatically be entered into a drawing for a prize. We encourage everyone to RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BlackHistoryDinner. For all inquiries, please contact [email protected].

At Peninsula Family Service we honor Black History Month and celebrate a brighter future for our community and neighbors.

Don't miss the LGBTQ+ resource drive-thru on February 19 at 10am in San Jose! SWAG bags included! @TheQCorner

"It's important to you to get the most out of reading time with your child. Money as You Grow Bookshelf lets you build on the time you may already be spending on reading together, and helps you bring money topics to life through story time." http://ow.ly/UYWo50C3kO5

VOTE TODAY! YOU ARE THE DIFFERENCE

It is almost time for the Hillsborough Auxiliary's annual "Thanks for Giving" event. This year enjoy the celebration from the comfort of your own home. The FREE event features donation drawings of fun packages, shopping and more! RSVP here: https://www.hapfs.org/

"A child may choose to cool-down for five seconds, five minutes, or an hour. The decision is up to the child for when they feel they are ready to come out and resume interacting in a healthy way." https://www.acesaware.org//regulating-the-stress-response/ @first5sanmateo First 5 San Mateo County

"Let us know how we can help! We are old but not dead. We have lots of skills ... we can sew masks ... make lunches for emergency workers ... make family a meal. " http://ow.ly/3Iik50C3jG6

Our teachers have helped our students with a project about what they are thankful for! Isn't this a fun project?

Our DriveForward Electric program is open! Attend an online workshop, qualify, and buy a used PHEV with a $4,000 incentive from Peninsula Clean Energy @PenCleanEnergy https://www.peninsulafamilyservice.org//financial-empower/ #financialempowerment #autoloan #PHEV #stability

"Emotional intelligence is one of the most important things parents can teach their kids. There are many ways to help children develop a high EQ, and one simple yet incredibly powerful approach is through age-appropriate books." http://ow.ly/yPfW50BXOA7

San José Clean Energy, Silicon Valley Clean Energy, Peninsula Clean Energy, and Central Coast Community Energy are leading the way toward achieving the goal for electric vehicle charging infrastructure that is available readily for users of all incomes throughout their communities. Read more: http://ow.ly/AAE450C3k8Y #driveforwardelectric #environment Peninsula Clean Energy San Jose Clean Energy

A FREE new tool for San Mateo County residents to relieve stress, anxiety, and so much more brought to you by San Mateo County Health Services. Find out more here: https://www.headspace.com/san-mateo-county @SMCHealth San Mateo County Health

The San Mateo County Pride Center and Peninsula Family Service co-hosts LGBTQ+ Book Club every first Wednesday of the month! This club is free, open to folks 18+ and runs from 4:30-6PM. Questions? Need support? Contact [email protected]

Our wonderful teachers have decorated for the fall season! The preschool children love their classroom transformation!

We had donors send pumpkins to our Midway site! These will be used for STEM pumpkin exploration activities! Thank you!

Teachers at the entrance to our preschool waiting to check in students.

Do you have a loved one or neighbor ages 55+ on the Peninsula that wants independence, wellness, engagement, healthy meals, exercise, fun hobbies and clubs to join? We have the right place for you, check us out: https://vimeo.com/380365139

Our friends at Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center are receiving help! Here is a participant with a gift card from our COVID Emergency Relief Fund. Thank you donors!!