Results Are In: Making a Difference Each year, BACS conducts a survey of our many participants across our housing programs, behavioral health services, and community programs – and this year, our results were better than ever! This is part of BACS’ Continuous Quality Improvement process, so we can consistently tweak and improve our programs to [Read More…]
Supported Employment Program – The Model Works!
BACS’ IPS Supported Employment Program provides job placement services to help individuals with complex needs find competitive, satisfying, and sustainable employment to uplift them from poverty. BACS recently received our IPS Supported Employment Fidelity Report, which measures how closely BACS has followed the model to help our community. BACS received 113 out of 125 possible [Read More…]
Mental Health Awareness Month
Now that it is May, it is time to celebrate National Mental Health Awareness Month! Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental health issues are common and treatable. If you or someone you know is experiencing behavioral health issues, you are not alone! Learn more about BACS and get help, make a [Read More…]
BACS Connections April 2017
BACS Board of Directors Elects Three New Members BACS is delighted to announce the confirmations of three new members to the Board of Directors: Rebecca Altman, Judith Bloom, and Darryl Moore. Rebecca Altman has a Master’s in Global Health, is Director at Third Plateau, and has substantial experience with social impact organizations. She is eager to [Read More…]
Mark your calendars! BACS is hosting a job fair on March 10th
Friday, March 10th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Join us for refreshments, raffle prizes, and networking and career opportunities! Bring your resume for on-the-spot interviews & job offers! 559 16th Street, Oakland, CA 94611
BACS Connections February 2017
Cultural Responsiveness Committee Chair Appointed BACS is delighted to announce the appointment of Sage Williams, Personal Services Coordinator of BACS’ Homeless Outreach program, to the Chair of the BACS Cultural Responsiveness Committee! Sage simultaneously has participated in transformational practices to increase the accessibility to our partners and has been a thought leader in our growth [Read More…]
BACS Connections July 2016
Program Anniversaries BACS is pleased to celebrate the two program anniversaries this month: the 5 year anniversary of Oakland Project Connect, and the 3 year anniversary of IPS Supported Employment! Oakland Project Connect opened in 2011 to fill a crucial need in the community: outreach, housing and financial support, mental health and case management, substance use, and primary [Read More…]
BACS Connections June 2016
North County Senior Homeless Program Celebrates 9 Years! BACS is pleased to celebrate the 9 year anniversary of BACS’ North County Senior Homeless Program (NCSHP). BACS opened NCSHP, a full service partnership program, in 2007 to fill a crucial need in the community: outreach, housing and financial support, mental health and case management, substance use, and primary care to individuals [Read More…]
