programs & services



Supporting the community with rich programs & services.


Eden Computer Clubhouse
Mentoring Program
Hayward Coalition for Healthy Youth
Youth Advisory Council
New Start Tattoo Removal

NEW START TATTOO REMOVAL PROGRAM



New Start Tattoo Removal is a program funded by the Kaiser Permanente Foundation that provides access to tattoo-removal treatments to youth and young adults with visible gang, drug-related and other undesirable tattoos in the Eden and tri-cities geographical areas. The services include tattoo removal, goal setting and group support of young people, 13-25 years of age, who are seeking positive change in their lives.



Hayward New Start is a cooperative effort of Kaiser PermanenteEden Youth and Family Center.

Tattoo removal raises self-esteem, increase job opportunities, connects with youth with the community, and increases personal safety.

The program requirements and criteria are:

  • Must be a resident of Central Alameda County
  • Must employed, enrolled in school or receiving job training
  • Must complete 50 hours of community service through community mentors
  • Must attend monthly meetings

The community mentors assist participants in completing their community services and their goals.

In order to get assistance a client must go through an interview. Please Contact:

​Cindy Santiago
New Start Tattoo Removal Contractor
cindy.santiago@rocketmail.com
Telephone: 510 999 6143
Hours: By appointment



Transforming Lives



At the heart of what we do is the transformation of lives in the community through support and opportunities provided through a comprehensive array of services for children, youth and families. Eden Youth & Family Center relies on your generous heart and donations to help support our amazing programs and services—Do something important, give today.


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680 W. Tennyson Road
Hayward, CA 94544

Phone: 510 887 1146
Fax: 510 940 8193



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