Inner Sounds Meditation is celebrating its 5 year anniversary! This sound bath meditation event is honoring Melissa’s father, who suffered and tragically died from severe mental illness, and experienced homelessness and other challenges throughout his life. This Tribute event is a special sound bath with 100% of the proceeds supporting Bay Area Community Services (BACS) in our mission [Read More…]
BACS Connections June 2017
Non-Profit Survival Guide In the last 5 years, “BACS has transformed itself from an $8 million organization… to a $22 million organization with a clear path to strategic growth and a new partnership with the healthcare sector.” Jamie Almanza, MBA, Executive Director, wants to help other non-profits do the same, and transform into an organization that [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 May 2016
BACS Opens New Supported Independent Living Site in Oakland BACS is delighted to announce our new Supported Independent Living site in East Oakland! Our SIL sites provide stable and permanent housing, at very low cost, for individuals with complex needs. Each resident is paired with a care coordinator to help them attain independent living skills in [Read More…]
BACS Connections February 2016
BACS launches new website! BACS is delighted to announce the official launch of our new website. Visit bayareacs.org for a fresh new look and user-friendly navigation, new features, and all the latest information about our crucial community services. Learn more about how Bay Area Community Services is providing Housing Solutions to the homeless crisis, helping elders [Read More…]
