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Alcove Palo Alto reports steady youth use; supervisors ask for sustainability, partnerships and expanded clinical hours
Summary
Behavioral Health Services told the Health & Hospital Committee Tuesday that Alcove Palo Alto remains actively used by local youth and reported high satisfaction, while supervisors directed staff to produce a September sustainability plan and to expand partnerships and clinical hours.
Santa Clara County’s behavioral‑health department presented an update Tuesday on Alcove Palo Alto, the youth‑designed mental‑health and wellness center that serves ages 12–25. Staff reported steady use, high satisfaction, outreach activities with local schools, and continuing work to diversify community partnerships and funding.
Program data: Department staff said 362 youth visited Alcove in calendar year 2024, 222 completed intake, and 376 attended workshops. Survey responses (77 respondents) showed 93% would recommend the center and 95% felt heard and respected by staff.
Concerns from supervisors and the public: Supervisors, particularly those…
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