English Peer Counseling Training
English language Peer Counselor training on ZOOM. April 17 – May 18 (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) To apply and receive the ZOOM link, call: 650.403.4300 x4389
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Peer Counseling Open House
Become a Peer Counselor and join our Spring 2023 training. The Open House will be a lively discussion and overview of the program. This program is for adults age 55+ that live in San Mateo County.
Read MoreWellness Checks and Support for our Aging Neighbors
Our Older Adult Services Senior Peer Counselors are working hard during shelter-in-place. Instead of weekly face-to-face visits, volunteers are on the phone and using technology to provide wellness checks with adults age 55+, either in a one-to-one setting or in virtual groups. It is more important than ever to reach out to our neighbors who feel isolated and need additional services. There has been a surge of need for wellness checks among older adults, according…
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Filipino senior peer counselors listen with their hearts
Tessie Mamaril- Madrinan, Peninsula Family Service coordinator of the Filipino Peer Counseling program, has been featured in the Philippine Daily Inquirer for her community work. “Through our programs, we reduce rates of illness and injury, maintain mobility, promote independence, and ensure aging members of our community live better, together,” Madrinan recites program outcomes. “We train volunteer counselors who make weekly home-visits. Through our diverse services, we’re able to personalize support and develop an individualized approach…
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