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Mental Health Emphasized in Stockton’s Victor Community Support Services

Other programs offered include foster care and adoption services that match children with families; vocational and employment programs for youth and young adults, and special education schools for children with emotional and developmental challenges.

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4 years ago

October 3, 2021

Christy Price

Victor Community Support Services logo courtesy of the organization’s website.

Stockton’s Victor Community Support Services (VCSS) was founded about 47 years ago by Dave Favor to offer mental health support to those struggling in San Joaquin County. With a strong focus on keeping families together, VCSS has a broad range of programs that address substance abuse and mental health issues, educational mental health development, and support services for juveniles who may be going down the wrong path.

The mental health outpatient program and the substance abuse programs use evidence-based practices (EBP), which entails research, clinical expertise, and a client’s individual preference and values. These issues are often the central cause of family breakdowns and VCSS provides a space where they are adequately addressed while also making sure the children are taken care of.

A client in Victor, Calif., attests to the impact VCSS has on communities, not only in San Joaquin County, but across California;

“I am a success story. Before I came to Victor I was a mess, freaking out on people and making my family feel uncomfortable. I was untrusting and scared and needed help…now with VCSS I find myself making it through the day staying busy and occupied. Coming here has been many things for me and I have always had high expectations. Every day when I walked through the door I am greeted with a warm smile and good comments…this always brings my mood up. I give thanks for everyone who is helping me.”

VCSS is located at 2495 W. March Ln. #125, Stockton, 95207. Their hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. For more information on programs and services, ways to donate, or get involved, contact their direct line at 209-465-1080 or visit their website. You can also follow their Facebook for updates and information.

All information directly sourced from https://www.victor.org/

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