Over 80 children from HPP families currently in the shelter system had a ball at the San Francisco Giants’ annual holiday party at AT&T Park. Led by HPP childcare staff Jeaneth Palacios and Helen Neeley, children were treated to a magic show, pizza party, and of course some one-on-one time with Santa himself. SF Giants … Read more »
Stabilizing Families
Dependency Drug Court Program Celebrates Third Anniversary
Congratulations to HPP’s Dependency Drug Court Program, which celebrated its third anniversary on Nov. 18 with partners and supporters from the San Francisco Superior Court, Human Services Agency, Department of Public Health, City Attorney’s Office, and Hamilton Family Services! Patrick Mahoney, Supervising Judge of the Unified Family Court Division, … Read more »
HPP Launches Fatherhood Reunification Education Empowerment (F.R.E.E.) Project
Sparked by a trio of dynamic HPP Community Health Workers (CHWs), a new fatherhood-centered workshop titled the Fatherhood Reunification Education Empowerment (F.R.E.E.) Project launched this month. The weekly workshop will offer a safe and comfortable space for fathers to learn ways to become more engaged and active in their children’s lives, as … Read more »
Staff Establishes Kate Ryan Fund In Honor of Founder Martha Ryan
In a very touching presentation on Aug. 3, HPP’s staff celebrated Founder & Executive Director Martha Ryan in commemoration of the organization’s 20th anniversary by establishing the Kate Ryan Fund, named in honor of one of HPP’s longest and strongest advocates – Martha’s mother. Supporters will have the opportunity to celebrate Martha and HPP’s work … Read more »
Over 200 Attend HPP’s 5th Annual Health Fair
HPP welcomed over 200 attendees and 20 community-based organizations to our educational and interactive 5th annual Health Fair on Aug. 20. From a children’s dental screening clinic to a “health center” complete with blood pressure and blood sugar monitoring, the fair offered an opportunity for many to learn about available health resources, as well … Read more »
The San Francisco Foundation Will Grant HPP $25,000 to Provide Essential Services Following A Disaster
HPP has been chosen to participate in The San Francisco Foundation’s immediate disaster response grant program, in which HPP will be granted $25,000 to provide essential services – including food, shelter, healthcare, and mental healthcare – to Bay Area vulnerable communities in the first month following a disaster. … Read more »
Mental Health Team Manager Wins Prestigious Scholarship and Earns Doctorate
Congratulations to Mental Health Team Manager Ivania Molina, Ph.D, who won the Mental Health Loan Repayment Program Scholarship from the Health Professions Education Foundation and the California Department of Mental Health. Ivania also recently passed a supplemental exam to become an officially licensed psychologist. The scholarship is geared towards student loan repayment and is awarded … Read more »
More than 70 Children from HPP Families Share a Fun-Filled Day at AT&T Park
Over 160 children currently living in the shelter system, including more than 70 from HPP families, took part in the San Francisco Giants’ annual holiday party at AT&T park on Dec. 16. Led by HPP’s childcare staff Jeaneth Palacios and Helen Neeley for the fifth year, children were treated to arts and crafts, interactive … Read more »
A Day in the Park with HPP’s “Building Strong Families” Support Group
HPP’s “Building Strong Families” support group shared a fun and carefree Friday Family Outing on Aug. 7 at Potrero el Sol Park. A jumpy house, popcorn machine, delicious food, and piñata rounded out an exciting event that allowed group members and their families to nurture friendships and build a sense of community. The support … Read more »