Health & Disabilities
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans have a disability, making people with disabilities the largest minority group. The Health & Disabilities department advocates for people of all ages with disabilities in the greater Santa Clara community.
Department Coordinator & Program Coordinator bios can be found below on this page!
BLOOMING MINDS
Program Coordinator: Mae McGivney (memcgivney@scu.edu)
Blooming Minds seeks to facilitate growth through a variety of learning options, creating a neurodiversity-affirming and inclusive education environment for all kids and their families. Volunteers will support learners participating in recreation activities for sensory regulation, communication, and behavior.
Times: TBD
Requirements: n/a
RECIPES FOR RELIEF
Program Coordinator: Vivian Chen (vchen3@scu.edu)
Recipes for Relief cooks and provides warm meals for families at Loaves & Fishes. Loaves & Fishes provides
hot and nutritious prepared meals, delivered and served to feed anyone experiencing hunger, homelessness or food insecurity in the Bay Area.
Times: TBD
Requirements: n/a
SENIOR CONNECTIONS
Program Coordinator: Olivia Marx (omarx@scu.edu)
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
​​Program Coordinator: Keira Steitz (ksteitz@scu.edu)
Senior Connections is a great way to engage with the elderly in our community at Live Oak Senior Center! We play bingo, build community, and learn from a generation with so much wisdom to offer. They are so grateful for the time we spend together, and it’s so much fun!​​
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Join us in participating in Special Olympics of Northern California sports each season. We will be coaching, playing, and enjoying various sports with athletes of all ages. No experience coaching or playing sports is required.
Times: TBD
Requirements: n/a
Times: TBD
Requirements: n/a, but preference for recurring volunteers
UPCOMING PROGRAM
Program Coordinator: Juliana Muegge (jmuegge@scu.edu)
H&D is currently seeking a new community partner. Stay tuned to learn more!
Times: TBD
Requirements: n/a
Education & Mentoring Department Coordinator and Program Coordinator Bios!
Cassi Bull
Department Coordinator | cbull@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Hi! I'm Cassi Bull, a senior double majoring in Child Studies and Psychology. I have a passion for working with young children, especially those with disabilities, so I am super excited to return to SCCAP as Department Coordinator for the Health & Disabilities Department this year! Outside of SCCAP, I am part of the SCU A Cappella group Supertonic, the University Honors Program, and I work as a Programme Aide in Early Intervention speech classes. I love to read and crochet, especially outside on a nice sunny day. I also enjoy going on hikes and spending lots and lots of time at the beach!
Mae McGivney
Blooming Minds Program Coordinator | memcgivney@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Hi! My name is Mae McGivney, and I’m a sophomore in the School of Arts and Sciences, currently undeclared. I’m originally from Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, but SCU has truly become my home away from home. In my free time, I love reading, running, and hiking. I discovered my passion for working with kids through volunteering with Blooming Minds last year, and I’m so excited to continue by coordinating the program this year!
Vivian Chen
Recipes for Relief Program Coordinator | vchen3@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Stay tuned to learn about Vivian!
Olivia Marx
Senior Connections Program Coordinator | omarx@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Hi! My name is Olivia Marx and I am a junior majoring in Economics. I am from Denver, Colorado and I love everything outdoors! I enjoy hiking, baking with my friends, and reading in the Rose Garden. I’ve always had a passion for working with the elderly, so I am thrilled to be serving in my second year as the Senior Connection program coordinator!
Keira Steitz
Special Olympics Program Coordinator | ksteitz@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Hi! My name is Keira Steitz and I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I am currently Undeclared in the Arts and Sciences, however I plan to declare Ethnic Studies in the fall. In my free time I like to hike and listen to music. I am super excited to work in SCCAP as a program coordinator this year. I was involved with a SCCAP program and really enjoyed it, so I am looking forward to continuing getting to know this community!
Juliana Muegge
Open Program | jmuegge@scu.edu
she/her/hers
Hi, I’m Juliana! I’m a senior studying Public Health, passionate about disability advocacy and improving healthcare access. I love spending time with friends, grabbing boba, or enjoying a sunny day at the beach. I’m an avid outdoors enthusiast and love rock climbing whenever I get the chance. I’m excited to continue fostering meaningful change in the Health & Disabilities Department!