We Are Strong. With You, We Are Even Stronger.

Alum Rock Counseling Center

Welcomes You to Week 1 of

"Light the Way"

In Support of ARCC's Youth & Families

"The work of ARCC is important because we become agents of change and growth who inspire others to find newly discovered, strong places within themselves."

- Chelsea Ocampo, ARCC Bilingual Counselor II

COVID came. The world stopped. Each of us, in our own way, struggled to find solid ground. The pandemic created the perfect breeding ground for behavioral, emotional and mental health issues to worsen or emerge, especially for the already high-risk communities served by Alum Rock Counseling Center (ARCC).

Against challenging odds and dire circumstances, ARCC's staff have continued to “Light the Way” for our youth and families, helping them to find and build the strong places within themselves.

Here are just a few things we learned...

WE ARE STRONG.

COVID challenged us, but did not break us. Read Yvette’s inspiring story to see the types of struggles our families overcame, and how ARCC’s partnership with organizations like Sacred Heart and Destination Home helped to bring hope when (and how) it was needed most.

WE CONTINUE TO GROW AND EVOLVE.

COVID humbled us and, at times, overwhelmed us. We were reminded that, even as skilled professionals, we won't always have all the answers, but sometimes simply showing up for one another and our families can be the light that matters most.

Check out why Clinician Jorge Meza Guzman is grateful to be able to support families during COVID.

Jorge and counseling during COVID April 2020

Read about ARCC's innovative program adaptations and COVID-19 Response Plan here.

WE ALWAYS FIND A WAY TO SHOW UP.

For 47 years, ARCC staff have met our youth and families where they are - culturally, linguistically, mentally, emotionally, and physically - including in their homes, in schools, out in the community, and in our clinic in East San Jose. COVID and shelter-in-place forced us to develop new ways to reach them. AND WE DID!

Please help us continue to "Light the Way" for ARCC's Youth & Families.

Here's how ...

Make a donation online

Or mail a check payable to:

Alum Rock Counseling Center

Attn: Stacy Dryer

777 North First Street, Suite 444

San Jose, CA 95112

DONATE NOW

Alum Rock Counseling Center extends its deepest gratitude to our below sponsors for helping us to hold and heal our youth and families during this challenging time.