Our Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Elsa Oliveira as Executive Director of POSSO effective July 1st 2023. As Executive Director, Elsa will be responsible for managing POSSO’s facility, budget, programs, staff and volunteers. Elsa’s duties also include maintaining and managing relationships with the community, strategic planning, and organizational development. With […]
POSSO names Bela Ferreira as Community Services Manager
POSSO is also pleased to announce that Bela Ferreira will remain with POSSO in the new role of Community Services Manager. Bela has chosen to transition from the position of Executive Director in order to have more time to enjoy life with her family, especially her grandchildren. Bela has led POSSO for over nine years […]
Dicas e fatos para aplicar ou renovar uma Carta de Condução da Califórnia
A POSSO está aqui para ajudar! Oferecemos aulas do DMV em Português para pessoas que estão se inscrevendo pela primeira vez e para pessoas com mais de 70 anos que precisam fazer uma prova escrita para renovar a Carta de Condução. Pessoas com mais de 70 anos que estão renovando sua carta de condução são […]
Diretor Regional das Comunidades visitou a POSSO
O Diretor Regional das Comunidades Sr. José Andrade visitou recentemente a POSSO e deixou uma mensagem a todos os emigrantes açorianos. Clique aqui.
POSSO is hiring a Nutrition Site Manager!
This position is responsible for the management of POSSO’s nutrition program. It is full time, Monday to Friday and requires some experience with supervising staff, maintaining records, purchasing food/supplies and preparing large number of meals. Requirements: Basic computer literacy, fluent in English and Portuguese, and knowledge of food services. A POSSO está a contratar um(a) […]
June is National Immigrant Heritage Month
The United States is a nation of immigrants—shaped by the courageous people from around the world who leave their homes, lives, and loved ones to seek refuge and opportunities on our shores. Their sacrifices and entrepreneurial spirit have contributed to the rich tapestry that has defined the character of our country for generations. On June […]
Annual KSQQ Radiothon was another great success!
Thank you for the kindness and generosity shown in POSSO’s most recent fundraising campaign! As we mentioned on the radio, POSSO needs a new roof. Monies raised during this year’s radiothon will go toward building maintenance. POSSO relies heavily on our community. The funding we receive from the County of Santa Clara and the City […]
Annual POSSO Radiothon on KSQQ 96.1 fm
On Saturday, May 20th (9am-noon) Radio KSQQ – 96.1FM will donate a morning of airtime for our annual appeal. Please consider participating in this radio-thon by calling KSQQ (408) 258-9696 with your pledge and perhaps even share some experiences that you have of POSSO. Enclosed is a donation envelope for your much needed support. Thank […]
May is National Mental Health Month!
Mental Health Month raises awareness of trauma and the impact it can have on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of children, families, and communities. Mental health is essential for a person’s overall health. Prevention works, treatment is effective, and people can recover from mental disorders and live full and productive lives. Talk with your […]
POSSO celebrou 47 anos com estilo!
Foi uma noite incrível com mais de 250 convidados! Nossos sinceros agradecimentos a todos os patrocinadores que ajudaram a tornar este evento tão bem sucedido, com agradecimentos especiais ao salão PBSJ, aos cozinheiros Roger & Helena Silveira, Joseph & Vickie Rose, João Soares, Monique Rose, Frank Silva e Andrelina Silveira pela incrível refeição! Ana Ferreira, […]