A True Collaborative Effort
The Whole Health for Youth Initiative is a coalition of community organizations focused on addressing youth mental health issues in and around Redwood City. By collaborating, they make their services more effective and accessible for underserved and marginalized families in our community.
To support the “whole health” of youth, the initiative offers prevention programs, mental health training and early intervention services to young people (ages 11-24), parents, schools, mentors and program staff.
Whole Health for Youth Initiative launched in August 2018 with the support of the Sand Hill Foundation.
Initiative Partners
Friends for Youth manages the coalition’s joint efforts and offers mentoring services to families from each organization.
Youth join the Bulldog Riders leadership program at Siena Youth Center.
Siena Youth Center
Based in North Fair Oaks, Siena Youth Center offers programs that support education, art, advocacy, health and wellness.
After school programs (grades 3-8)
North Fair Oaks Youth Initiative (grades 9-12)
Summer Camp
Young adult basketball league, “Poderismo”
Community activities and action meetings
Redwood City PAL (Police Activities League)
Located in the Friendly Acres Neighborhood, PAL provides families with enrichment and wellness activities.
After school programs (grades K-8)
Parent health and wellness workshops
Community meetings
Police Cadet Program
Summer Camp
Our younger youth have access to tutoring, sports, digital arts and music at PAL.
One Life Counseling Staff preparing for their food giveaway program.
One Life Counseling Center
One Life offers bilingual therapy, school-based counseling, and community events that seek to improve the of individuals, families, and youth.
Individual and group therapy
Parent support groups
Mental health community workshops
Newcomer immigrant youth counseling
Food and diaper giveaways
To learn more about Whole Health for Youth Initiative contact our Partnerships Coordinator, Michael Solorio at michael@friendsforyouth.org