“The biggest aspect of this role is providing compassion, empathy, and support,” says Garrett Crane, Lead Youth Advocate for SAY’s Housing Services team. “While it can be emotional and difficult, it is the most rewarding work experience I have ever had.” Garrett joined SAY almost two years ago, originally starting......
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We are so honored to introduce you to Alfonso Jacobs-Coleman, an incredible human and SAY’s Fall Employee of the Quarter! Alfonso is the staff member who stays awake overnight in our Dream Center Emergency Shelter, a role that he has held since the very first day this shelter opened. Over......
LEARN MORE22 Apr Family Cottage Turns Two!
In April of 2020, SAY opened the doors to our Family Cottage: a housing opportunity for young adults ages 18-21 who are experiencing homelessness or unstably housed while also pregnant and/or parenting a young child. The Family Cottage offers supportive services tailored for youth who are interested in strengthening......
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In light of the ongoing concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and acting with an abundance of caution for the youth we serve, we have decided to put a temporary hold on all tours of the Dream Center. We are closely monitoring guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health officials in Sonoma County. We continue to rely on their recommendations and expertise to inform our decisions.
We will update our calendar as soon as these tours resume.