Our programs entail working with parents of infants & teens, keeping at-risk youth in a drug and violence-free school environment as well as on-site crisis counseling. We proudly serve all of Santa Clara County.
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Youth and families are free from involvement with the justice and/or social service systems
Children are kindergarden ready & youth graduate from middle, high school and beyond
Physically, mentally & emotionally
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Safe, Thriving Neighborhoods
Diversity & Inclusion • Lifelong Learners • Healthy Families • Supportive Community
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Our Vision
Communities where help and support services are accessible and prosperity is possible.
Our Mission
To heal families and inspire youth to reach their full potential.
Our Values:
- Integrity
- Helping Others
- Respect
- Diversity
- Quality Work
Areas of Impact
ARCC will work to ensure that:
- Our youth and families have resources for overcoming behavioral health concerns including substance use and mental health challenges.
- All of our kids are kindergarten ready.
- Our youth graduate from middle school, high school and beyond.
- Our youth and families are free from involvement with the justice and/or social services systems.
- Our homes, schools and neighborhoods are safe – free of violence and dangerous behaviors.
Our Guiding Principles
ARCC programs and services are based on a set of guiding principles developed by staff and volunteer leadership. These principles reflect our respect for our clients – their individuality and their strengths. We champion diversity and inclusion and deliver services in the most appropriate and sensitive environment for our clients. We collaborate with schools, agencies and other providers to maintain a menu of programs that are cohesive and mission-centered. We use evidence-based and best practices for true accountability against measurable goals.
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Leading with Compassion and Empathy
We honor and hold with mindfulness the traumas and struggles of (our colleagues and) those we serve, and meet youth and families where they feel safe – culturally, linguistically, and physically – including in their homes, schools & out in the community.
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Demonstrating a Culture of Service and Care
We show up for our youth, families and one another, with kind hearts, good spirit and a genuine desire to help.
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Nurturing Hopes and Strengths
We aim to empower and uplift youth and families, by focusing on their strengths and tapping into their unique visions and possibilities for their futures.
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Rooted in Community
Our service providers often come from and are committed to giving back to communities who face barriers in accessing quality care, with a focus on Latinx youth & families in our founding region of East San Jose.
NEWS & EVENTS
September 23, 2024
ARCC’s 2024 Toy Giveaway & Holiday Appeal will bring hope, relief and joy this December
Alum Rock Counseling Center’s 2024 Toy Giveaway & Holiday Assist Program is just around the corner, and you can be part of making dreams come true! Many of the youth and famili .. » Read More
ARCC’s 2024 Luncheon Celebrates 50 Years of Healing, Hope & Inspiration
On May 3, 2024, Alum Rock Counseling Center (ARCC) welcomed approximately 250 guests to its sold-out 50th Anniversary Luncheon, held at Mexican Heritage Plaza in San Jose. The even .. » Read More
October 23, 2023
50th Anniversary Fundraising Luncheon
Please join Alum Rock Counseling Center (ARCC) at our 50th Anniversary Luncheon taking place on Friday, May 3, 2024. We will celebrate 50 years of service, healing, hope and inspir .. » Read More
October 23, 2023
ARCC’s 2023 Toy Giveaway & Holiday Appeal Will Bring Gifts, Healing & Smiles to Youth and Families this December
For well over a decade, many of the youth and families served by Alum Rock Counseling Center have come to count on the support and generosity of our donors to help get them through .. » Read More