Tattoo Removal Clinic

In collaboration with the S.F. Department of Public Health, CARECEN SF’s Tattoo Removal Clinic is the only FREE community based laser tattoo removal clinic in San Francisco. Our clinic is one of our busiest programs, welcoming young people 13-25 years-old on the third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Under-resourced young people can have access to this process and therefore gain a second chance at life without the stigma that comes with having violence- or trauma-related tattoos that can further isolate, pose a threat to personal safety or prevent them from gaining employment.

• Who Qualifies?

Young people between the ages or 12–25 years-old
Youth with a San Francisco address
Young people with visible tattoos
Youth who want to make a change

• What You Need To Do:

Call to make an appointment for a consultation
Fill out an application
Attend a mandatory orientation

• Eligible Tattos For Removal:

Visible
Violence-related
Ex-boyfriend/Ex-girlfriend names
Anything that poses a threat to your safety

• Program Benefits:

Laser tattoo removal
Intensive case management
Mental health services
Peer education
Information referrals
Leadership development
Support groups
Summer field trips