A Tale of Perseverance, Teamwork, and Positivity

By Theresa Myers in Financial Empowerment, Older Adult Services, Success Story, Uncategorized | Posted August 27, 2019

Timothy is a big man towering at 6’6” and his presence can be intimidating. However, when he speaks we quickly see that he is a soft-spoken gentleman with a kind demeanor and good attitude. Timothy found Peninsula Family Service (PFS) by applying to the DriveForward auto loan program. As Aileen Ochoa, our financial empowerment coordinator, worked with Timothy, it became clear that he should enroll in our Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), to gain…

Success Story: Dependent on Independence

By Theresa Myers in Older Adult Services, Success Story | Posted August 10, 2016

Like many older adults in their mid-70’s, Melvina has hung up her car keys for good. Without her car, getting herself to the grocery store, a friend’s house, or the pharmacy is more difficult than ever. Instead, she’s often stuck at home alone, limited to passing her time in front of the television. However, thanks to the support of Redi-Wheels transportation, Melvina is able to come to our Fair Oaks Adult Activity Center four days…

Introducing our 2015 Annual Report!

By Theresa Myers in Uncategorized | Posted September 22, 2015

“Throughout this Annual Report you will see inspiring examples of the impact you have on the lives of those we serve.” Arne Croce, Executive Director Over the decades, Peninsula Family Service has been honored to welcome thousands of neighbors into our family. Now, in our 65th year of service, we celebrate all you make possible. Click here to read our 2015 Annual Report!

Drum roll please….

By Theresa Myers in Uncategorized | Posted September 20, 2014

Our 2014 Annual Report is here! Peninsula Family Service has undergone immense growth over the past year thanks to your support. We are incredibly excited to share our 2014 Annual Report with you and the rest of our stakeholders who have made the successes within it possible. At the beginning of each path to opportunity stands a person whose dedication to Peninsula Family Service made that life-changing program possible. That person is you. From the…

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