Happy 50th birthday to The Family Tree! Our long-time supporter the Red-Car-Bel Auxiliary, turns fifty this year. We would love for you to stop by at their new and next-to-new shop, The Family Tree, to congratulate them. Why not pay them a visit (and shop for a thing or two) to celebrate fifty years of support to Peninsula Family Service and the community! THE FAMILY TREE 1589 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070 You can…
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When James, a 52-year-old mechanic, found it difficult to qualify for a car loan due to his credit, Peninsula Family Service’s Financial Empowerment program was there to help. The training helped James create a plan to manage his money and slowly build up his credit. As James’ credit went back up, he was able to qualify for a car loan with a reasonable interest rate through the DriveForward program. “I had never dreamed of buying…
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About 28% of the population 65 years and older live alone. Eight out of ten have a chronic condition or illness, and one in four experience some form of mental disorder. Often overlooked, older adults who experience loneliness and social isolation have a serious health risk, equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In our community, older adults have a chance to fight against the negative impact that aging alone may have in their lives:…
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Hector is a one-year-old tricycle enthusiast. He wished he had one, but he couldn’t ask his parents for it. Whenever Hector wanted to say something, he just couldn’t find the words to express what he was thinking. So last Christmas, Hector had an idea: He wrote a letter to Santa asking for a red tricycle. And through generous donors like yourself, the tricycle finally came! But reaching developmental milestones and achieving independence is not something…
Read MorePandy Garvic began her involvement with our organization nearly 25 years ago, as a member of the Hillsborough Auxiliary to Peninsula Family Service. Her parents had a strong commitment to their community. “My mother was the first woman to be the mayor of our city, and one of the first women mayors in Ohio in the mid 1960’s. I always admired her ability to see the bigger picture in meeting our community’s needs.” From her…
Read MoreThe date is here! The Rotary Club of San Mateo Sunrise has announced its Color-5K! Come join us on June 3rd at the College of San Mateo. Registration opens at 8:00 am and the race starts at 10:00 am. This year is very special for Peninsula Family Service, as we are the primary recipients of the fundraiser. Get your tickets today by clicking here. Last year we had a lot of fun, meeting new people in…
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