Through the RCCS, we strive to become more aware of our judgments and bias. Becoming more aware requires us to give others permission to have sensitive conversations with us and give us respectful feedback. To increase more awareness of your own unconscious bias towards diverse people, explore the Implicit Association Tests from Harvard University.
Read MoreEvery May, we come together to combat stigma, provide support, and educate the public on mental health issues for Mental Health Month. Click here to learn more!
Read MoreSuperheroes showed up to work at the PROPS and the San Diego Behavioral Health Court (BHC) programs this week, assembling into their very own Justice League!
Read MoreWe never get tired of hearing all the wonderful ways our staff help people on their recovery journey! This week, the administrator at our San Diego IHOT and Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) programs, shared a kind note of thanks from a recent grad.
Read MoreWhile we continue keeping ourselves safe as restrictions start to ease — getting vaccines, washing our hands, wearing our masks — we cannot forget that preventative care also means nourishing ourselves with healthy, colorful foods. Click here for some recipe inspiration!
Read MoreMore than two dozen Telecare members at ATLAS are now vaccinated with their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine!
Read MoreTelecare believes in dignity and respect, humility and diversity. We believe in growth, uniqueness, potential, and kindness. And we believe that every person matters. George Floyd mattered. On Tuesday, April 20th, the jury declared that Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges. This verdict is a huge step towards the goal of racial justice and accountability.
Read MoreOperation Comfort in Alameda County will close April 30, 2021. We’d like to thank the staff for their tremendous efforts in starting up this temporary program to serve as part of Alameda County’s emergency response plan to COVID-19.
Read MoreThis week, Telecare’s acute programs celebrated Acute Pride Purple Day!
Read MoreMary, Villa Farimont’s resident horticultural therapist, takes us on a journey through the campus garden.
Read MoreFor this week’s self-care tip, we have come up with some quotes to get you thinking and lend some perspective to the time we find ourselves in. Click here to get inspired!
Read MoreOur STRIDES program in Oakland is very proud to share that it hosted a COVID-19 vaccination clinic on March 30th, 2021.
Read MoreIn an effort to invigorate awareness and use of Telecare’s Recovery-Centered Clinical System (RCCS) at the Multnomah CATC program in Portland, OR, the team has started three new RCCS practices!
Read MoreWe are proud to share that Redwood Place MHRC was recently recognized by Cal State East Bay's Hospitality and Recreation Department.
Read MoreWhat a year these past 525,600 minutes have been for us, our communities, for Telecare, and for our country. We have lost more than one person a minute due to the pandemic, we’ve experienced difficult social and political times throughout, and we’re still waiting for the country to recover.
Read MoreTelecare’s Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) program opened in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood in 2005 nestled amongst the hidden oasis of Sausal Creek. While a lot has changed over the years, the 26-bed program continues to thrive with its recovery- and person-centered approach to mental health services. Click here to learn more!
Read MoreThere are many ways to manage and even reduce stress levels when you’re feeling tense. Food can be one of your biggest allies — or enemies. Click here to learn more!
Read MoreBelow is a written testimonial submitted by a former client at Heritage PHF.
Read MoreAs strong advocates for diversity and inclusion in our communities, we are deeply troubled by the stigmatization of Asian-Americans, many of whom have faced indiscriminate blame for the pandemic solely due to their racial identities.
Read MoreStaff at our Riverside CSU and PHF programs honored Women’s History Month this week!
Read More50 Years of Services to People With Serious Mental Illness
