Community Resources
Children and families
Stanford Worklife Office
(Stanford’s primary source of information on work/family/ life issues and coordinator of childcare programs)
Bing Nursery School
850 Escondido Road, Stanford University
650-723-4865
The mission of the Bing Nursery School is to promote understanding of child development and improve the lives of young children. The school works toward this mission in four ways: providing children and families with an exemplary program of play-based, child-centered education; providing a laboratory setting for research in child development; teaching undergraduate students through seminars, observations, and hands-on experiences in the classroom; and engaging parents and educators to promote best practice in early childhood education.
Children’s Center of the Stanford Community (CCSC)
140 Comstock Circle, Stanford, CA 94305
650-721-0101
The Children's Center of the Stanford Community (CCSC)—one of the largest parent cooperatives in the state of California—currently serves more than 125 families of Stanford University faculty, staff, and students. CCSC has nine classrooms and offers part- and full-time early childhood learning programs for children from 8 weeks to five years old. Accredited by the NAEYC, the play-based educational philosophy of the Center is grounded in the belief that children are competent, curious, and resourceful learners. Founded by Stanford graduate students in 1969, CCSC is the only nonprofit, cooperative childcare Center on the Stanford University campus.
Craig Infant Program (CIP) & Teeny Kids’ Place (TKP) (Part of CCSC)
Our infant and toddler programs provide a nurturing environment that encourages growth in all areas of development. Our program is based on a modified RIE approach with an emphasis in predictability and respect for the child. Within a predictable, individual rhythm of daily life (eating, sleeping, diapering, playing), children are free to explore. Trust and intimacy are best developed during routine care giving. Our staff members give total, unhurried attention to each child. The child is encouraged to be an active participant rather than a passive recipient during these interactions.
We view infants and toddlers as self-learners and self-initiators. We provide an environment that is consistent and predictable, allowing large amounts of time for play. Finally, we respect children by allowing them to develop at their own pace rather than expecting them to meet developmental milestones on our timetable.
Knowledge Beginnings (Part of CCLC)
625 Clark Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
650-723-8700
Knowledge Beginnings is proud to be a national leader in early childhood education. Our Education department has successfully developed a research-based curriculum that is designed around critical early learning standards. We offer a rich learning environment for all children. Our programs focus on the whole child to lay foundational building blocks for a lifetime love of learning. From our Early Foundations® programs to our industry-leading school-age program, you’ll see that we strengthen the minds and bodies of children at all stages of development.
Stanford Campus Recreation Association (SCRA)
875 Bowdoin Street, Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 736-SCRA (7272)
SCRA is Stanford’s community center for faculty, senior staff and their families to enjoy. SCRA prides itself on the many programs offered to our member families including year-round tennis and swim leagues. We also conduct several social activities throughout the year.
Earthquake Information
The Emergency Committee is working to revise SCRL’s emergency plan, which you will find printed in the 2018 SCRL Directory. Important update on the SCRL Disaster Plan READ NOW>>.
Read SCRL News Story: It’s not just earthquakes we need to prepare for
Elections
Santa Clara County Voter Registration
Office of Registrar of Voters, 1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, San Jose, CA 95112
Paper registration forms are available at the Registrar of Voters' Office, U.S. Post Offices, Public Libraries, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and other government offices.
Emergency: Dial 911
In an Emergency: Dial 911.
All neighbors should have received an email from SCRL to share that The Emergency Committee is working to revise SCRL’s emergency plan, which you will find printed in the 2018 SCRL Directory. While the committee works to create what we hope will be a viable new plan, we’d like to suggest that you focus on developing your plan for your home and family.
SCRL Emergency and Safety Information
Fire Department
Emergency Assistance, dial 911
Non-emergency, (650) 329-2413
Neighborhood Watch
To participate, call Public Safety at 650-725-2148
The Neighborhood Watch program has returned to the SCRL neighborhood. Organized by a group of neighbors on Allardice Way, the new program will bolster neighborhood safety and replace outdated signs from previous programs. Crime Prevention and Community Safety officer Bill Larson explains how the program works and what you can do to establish a functioning Neighborhood Watch on your street. Read more>>
Nextdoor
A free private social network for your neighborhood
Parking on Residential Streets
Permits: Parking and Transportation
340 Bonair Siding, Stanford
650-723-9362
Enforcement: Public Safety
650-723-9633
Procedures for requesting SH Parking enforcement suspension
Advance notification to the Parking Operations division of Parking and Transportation Services (parkingoperations@stanford.edu) is the proper procedure for requesting temporary suspension of “SH” parking enforcement. Parking Operations will then notify Stanford Police / Department of Public Safety of the request.
One week advance notice is an ideal scenario, but it’s not a strict rule. In real practice, we get requests 1-2 days prior and occasionally on the same day as the event.
There’s obviously some risk involved with waiting until the last minute to notify us. But we do the best we can with whatever notice we’re given. Stanford Police / Public Safety have been very accommodating over the years.
Please be aware that since our office (Parking and Transportation Services) is open 7:30am-5pm, Monday – Friday, email requests to suspend “SH” parking that show up on the weekend will not be seen until the following Monday.
Parks and Playground Areas
Small parks and playground areas on Stanford Land near residences are maintained as part of the greenbelt system of the University. In the event of a problem, call Ground Maintenance Services, 650-723-2281.
Alvarado Park
On Alvarado Row at the intersection of Alvarado Row and Pine Hill Road
Frenchman’s Park
At the intersection of Frenchman’s Road and Gerona Road
Lathrop Park
On Lathrop Drive at the top of the hill
Ryan Park
On the hill behind Ryan Court which is on Stanford Avenue near Nixon School
Pets/Wildlife
Coming soon
Police (Public Safety)
Police (Stanford University Department of Public Safety)
711 Serra Street, Stanford (next to Fire Department)
650-723-9633 (Regular Service M_F, 8-5 p.m.)
After hours: 650-329-2413
Emergency: 911
http://police.stanford.edu
See Something, Say Something!
safety.stanford.edu
- Crime in progress
- Suspicious activity or behavior
- Suspicious email, mail, package
- Behavioral threat
Personal Safety
- Be aware of your location and surroundings.
- Walk, jog, run on lighted paths.
Suggested Travel Routes Map at: police.stanford.edu - Safety Escort (5-SURE)
650-725-7873 - alcohol.stanford.edu
7 Days a Week / 9:00pm to 2:00am
Reporting Suspicious Activity, Crimes, Fire, Medical Emergencies
- Call immediately or when safe to do so.
- Be a good witness.
- Do not touch, remove, or handle potential evidence.
- Emergency: 9-1-1 or 9-9-1-1 (Campus Phone)
- Non-Emergency (24/7) (650) 329-2413
- Emergency (Blue) Telephone Tower Map
police.stanford.edu - Emergency Preparedness Guide
ehs.stanford.edu
Building, Home, and Dorm Security
- Do not prop open doors.
- Lock your door and windows when you leave.
- Do not allow piggybacking (following behind you) through a secured door.
- Report lost, missing and stolen keys and access cards immediately.
Frauds and Scams
- Common Frauds and Scams:
FBI.gov
IRS.gov
FTC.gov - Identify Theft Council (Victim Assistance)
police.stanford.edu
Lock it or Lose it!
- Never leave valuables unattended or in plain sight (e.g. purses, jewelry, mobile devices).
- Secure valuables in a locked cabinet, drawer, or vehicle trunk.
- Engrave valuables (Driver License Number).
- Lock your bicycle to a rack with a U-Lock.
Bicycle Programs and Services
- Bicycle Abatement (Donation, Abandoned)
police.stanford.edu - Bicycle Diversion Program and Bicycle Safety
transporation.stanford.edu
Safety and Security Programs and Services
- STOP Security Plate (Laptop Anti-Theft)
- Safety and Security Presentations
- Active Threat Presentations
- Office Security Education Program (OSEP)
- Security Vulnerability Assessments (CPTED)
- Event Security
community-outreach@lists.stanford.edu
Additional Services
- Public Safety Business Office:
General Inquiries
Police Reports
Public Crime Log
Vacation House Checks
Patrol Check Requests
(650) 723-9633 (M-F, 8am – 5pm)
police@stanford.edu - Lost and Found
(650) 723-9639
lostandfoundsu@stanford.edu - Live Scan Fingerprinting
(650) 725-2499
sccgov.org/sites/sheriff/Pages/sheriff.aspx - Annual Safety, Security and Fire Report
police.stanford.edu
Post Office (USPS)
Mail and passport services
531 Lausen Mall
Stanford, CA 94305-9991
800-ASK-USPS (R) (800-275-8777)
Phone: 650-321-1423
Passport: 650-321-4239
Office open 9-5, Monday-Friday, closed Saturday and Sunday
P.O. Box/Lobby access 24/7
Recycling: Curbside pickup
Stanford Recycling Center
650-321-4236
Schools
Senior Services
Avenidas – a multi-service non-profit agency that designs and delivers services to enrich and improve the lives of older adults and their families.
450 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 289-5400
Avenidas Village – one of a large number of “senior villages” which have developed across the country to help seniors “age in place”--to remain in their own homes. Involves nearly 400 members in the Palo Alto area, approximately 60 of whome live on the Stanford campus and are organized into a “neighborhood cluster” that meets regularly to exchange information and assistance.
450 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 289-5405
Door to Door Transportation
650-289-5411
La Comida Dining room, serves nutritious lunches to seniors
450 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, 650322-3742
Outreach: transportation resources for older adults and people with disabilities
Information: (408) 436-2865
Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.
A non-profit serving seniors for over 70 years
800 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-326-0665
Little House – The Roslyn G. Morris Activity Center – offering fitness, technology, and art classes and activities, as well as social events
800 Middle Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-326-2025
Rosener House Adult Activity Center – Day program for older adults with age-related challenges or conditions including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and memory loss
500 Arbor Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Telephone: 650-322-0126
Meals on Wheels – Home delivered meals for seniors ad the disabled – Volunteer drivers and packers needed
Telephone: 650-322-2022
Rose Kleiner Senior Day Health Center: affordable daytime care for seniors in the Mid-Peninsula
270 Escuela Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040
Sourcewise, Community Resource Solutions
Coordinating services and support systems for all adults in Santa Clara County, including, Meals on Wheels, Senior Employment Services, Care management and Health Insurance Counseling.
408-350-3200
Services for Campus Homeowners
Coming soon
Utilities
Gas & Electricity – Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Emergency and Customer Service:
24-hour Customer Service Line: 800-PGE-5000.
24-hour Power Outage Line: 800-PGE-5002.
Garbage and Trash Removal
Peninsula Sanitary Service, Inc (PSSI)
Bonair Siding. Stanford University
650-321-4236
Google Fiber
(866-777-7550), or email fiber-support@google.com
Pavement Maintenance and Street Signs
BGM Maintenance Customer Service
650-723-2281
Pest Control Assistance
Crane
415-922-1666
Street light Outages
Department of Public Safety
650-723-9633
Trees and Sprinklers in Common Areas
BGM Maintenance Customer Service
650-723-2281
Water/Sewer Problesm
BGM Maintenance Customer Service
650-723-2281
Waste
PSSI Residential Universal Waste Program
https://lbre.stanford.edu/pssistanford-recycling/pssi_residential_unive…
City of Palo Alto Hazardous Waste Program
http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/pwd/zerowaste/whatgoeswhere/haz…
Garden Debris Removal
Peninsula Sanitary Service
339 Bonair Siding
Stanford University
650-321-4236
Medication Disposal
Vaden Health Center has a collection bin for disposal of unwanted medications. From 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, you can drop off prescription, over-the-counter and veterninary medications in solid, liquid and cream form. Learn more about what is accepted and what is not, as well as how to package certain medications on the Vaden Health center website.
https://vaden.stanford.edu/medication-disposal-bin-vaden-health-center
Stanford Campus Recreation Association (SCRA)
Stanford University Historical Society
Coming soon
Stanford University Womens Club
Coming soon