Wellness + Prevention

OPEN DOORS.
OPEN HEARTS.

Healing from the inside out.

Recognizing that healing takes time and requires trusting relationships, we provide the safe space for young people to be vulnerable, share their feelings, and find true support from peers and caring adults. We incorporate trauma-informed care principles, social-emotional learning and restorative justice practices to create an environment that allows for true connection and growth.

Substance Use Prevention

To build a healthy community, we create safe spaces in which middle and high school students and parents learn about and discuss substance use and its harmful effects. From leading workshops on coping and refusal strategies to campaign projects that promote healthy lifestyles, we believe in the power of the youth to be the change they want to see.

Additional Programs & Services

Holistic support that cares about your well-being.

  • Our Youth Mentoring Program supports meaningful opportunities for youth members to work alongside mentors that share their interests and lived experiences, and are uniquely positioned to help them navigate their current life circumstances while in pursuit of achieving future goals. Mentors from local colleges are trained to use restorative justice practices and create a safe space for self-expression, modeling social-emotional skills, growth mindset, and how to recognize and prevent bullying.

    If you’d like more information or want to collaborate with us, reach out to:

    Kevin Garcia, Mentor Coordinator | 805-284-2714

    Program Funders: The Clubhouse Network

  • Our Community Outreach and Health Promotora program is committed to making sure community members are well informed and have access to resources and support for their overall health, safety and well-being. We take time to build relationships and share vital health and immunization resources with residents at local events and through 1-on-1 outreach. We listen to learn and advocate about the people’s needs and dreams for the future. We provide ongoing support navigating up to date resources to those who need it. Our team of Spanish-speaking Promotoras ensures that services are culturally and linguistically appropriate.

    If you’d like more information or want to collaborate with us, reach out to:

    Ignacio Neri-Mora, Outreach Manager | 510-244-7149

    Program Funders: Urban Institute and
    Alameda County Public Health

  • Project New Start is a transformative tattoo-removal program led by volunteer Kaiser doctors and nurses for those wanting to remove gang and/or other undesired tattoos. This program has been shown to enhance self-esteem and build strong connections between peers who are on similar journeys of self-reflection and change. Participants are also provided one-on-one support and financial capability workshops to support their goals.

    If you are a Central Alameda County resident interested in the program or an organization interested in partnering with us, please contact:

    Cindy Santiago, Program Coordinator | 510-954-9152

    Program Funders: Kaiser Permanente

“Hayward is a robust city that is home to residents with rich and diverse cultural backgrounds. I am dedicated to encouraging and enriching community members with equitable resources that best fit their needs in education and health.”

Ignacio Neri-Mora, Outreach & Community Engagement

Community Health Information.

We continually curate a list of trusted and valued community resources, based on the feedback and recommendations of our community members.

More doors open to you.

Education + Skill-building

Young people need safe spaces to discover who they are and what interests them as they evolve. Through our computer clubhouse, we provide the tools for self-exploration and expression through art and technology.

Advocacy + Engagement

We are a youth-powered community organization driven by the recognition and response to pressing needs. Through our Youth Advisory Council, we have our finger on the pulse of the community.

Eden Computer Clubhouse

Our FREE after-school STEAM program!

We provide a fun, safe space for young people to explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop new skills through art and technology with the support of mentors and caring adults. Come to study with friends, get support on your homework, or discover your own interests at the Clubhouse.