
Our Mission
Felton Institute responds to human needs by providing cutting edge, evidence-based mental health and social services that transform lives. Founded in 1889, Felton is the oldest non-sectarian and nonprofit social services provider in the City and County of San Francisco. At the heart of our work is the belief that individuals and families in crisis must have access to services and resources to help them build on their inherent strengths and develop self-sufficiency.
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Latest News
Supporting Mental Health in Deaf Communities
There are nearly three million Deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) people living in California today,...
Partnership Spotlight: Netflix’s ‘The Circle’ Contestant Raven Sutton
Felton Institute’s deep commitment to supporting and reflecting the communities we serve is...
How You Can Play a Role in Suicide Prevention
In honor of National Suicide Prevention Week, we’re highlighting the vital work Felton’s San...
LOSS and Postvention Services: A Lifeline to the Community
Felton Institute’s Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) is a survivor-led, postvention...
Providing Shelter and Hope: Bayview Site F Lead Case Manager, Thomas Taylor
Thomas Taylor, a Bay Area native and Lead Case Manager for Felton’s Bayview Site F, has witnessed...
HIV/AIDS Nightline: A Call for Help in the Dark
In 1981 the Centers for Disease Control issued a report about five young, healthy gay men in Los...