The
Clean Slate Program removes tattoos from gang involved and at-risk
youth of San Jose, who have found tattoos to be a barrier in furthering
themselves through education and / or employment. Participants must
be a San Jose resident and are required to attend a support group
which meets on Wednesday nights from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Hank
Lopez Community Center located at 1694 Adrian Way, San Jose, Ca
95122. Participant should express a genuine desire to turn away
from gangs and crime.
Criteria
- Must be between the ages of 14 and
25
- Must be a San Jose Resident
- Tattoos must be on hands, wrists,
forearms, neck or face
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Requirements
- Must complete 40 hours
of community service
- Must be working or going to school
and/or must enroll in a job readiness or a vocational
program
- Must attend bi-weekly
Wednesday evening meetings 6:00-8:00 p.m. for 6 months
- Must be commited to
program for 12 months and continue treatments until
tattoo is removed
- Must Graduate
- Must be gang free
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Tattoo Removal
- Performed at Santa Clara Valley Health
and Hospital (SCVHH) by a group of volunteer doctors
who use a Q-Switched ND: YAG Laser system.
- Usually takes about six months per
patient for tattoo removal and follow-up. If more
time is required, treatment will continue until tattoo
removal is completed and no further follow-up is
necessary.
- Is working collaboratively with Santa
Clara County's CalWorks Program.
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For further information call (408)
251-7757.
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