At Bayside, we believe that everyone, regardless of background,  income, or education, should have access to broad social cultural, and educational opportunities that empower and enrich lives. This is what makes Bayside unique, and why, for 80 years, we endure as a vital cultural asset.   Bayside Community Center is a private, non-profit, neighborhood-based organization that serves the whole person and the entire community, focusing on needs, as well as interests.  It serves as a unique community hub for the multi-generational, multi-cultural  & mixed income population in Linda Vista and neighboring communities.     Located in the heart of Linda Vista, our 9,000 sq. ft. facility is visited by more than 300 people daily.  The center opens doors of opportunity and improves the quality of life for low-income and working class residents, seniors, families, and students by offering affordable health and wellness programs, access to education and cultural arts, and social services and community advocacy. Through these activities Bayside fosters a vibrant, empowered community and promotes dignity, independence, and fellowshihomelessness, abuse, hunger, seniors, etc.) Bayside's role is not easily defined. It serves residents with an arc of services and programs that transcend age, ethnicity, narrow need, and socio-economic boundaries. Bayside has remained true to its original settlement house principles by offering a continuum of services focused on self-sufficiency, integration, and independence for immigrants and native-born residents.  This center provides each person and every family with the practical and personal tools they need to reach their full potential and lead healthy and productive lives.  Bayside understands that it is not just  providing for basic needs that fulfills a person. It is the "extras" and too often these activities are not available in lower income communities.

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