Family Support Center

Programs: In our firest year of operation, family support center helped families strengthen and heal in humboldt county by serving over 500 individuals. 280 clients ranging in age from 3-70 years old received outpatient substance abuse and/or mental health therapy. In addition, 165 students from the humboldt county school district received mental health services through project aware. 46 families participated in parenting classes. An average of 9. 25 ftes were employed by the agency during the 2016-17 fiscal year.

substance abuse services: individual and group counseling, case management, and peer support were provided to individuals involved with the sexth judicial specialty courts. Celebrating families, a 16-week program that addresses addiction issues in families, was offered twice. Through generous donations of funds and meals, families were provided a full dinner each week as part of the program. Volunteers helped to facilitate sessions, prepare meals, and assisted with the program administration. Four, thre- quarter time counselors and a ful-time case manager, in addition to an on- call recovery coarch worked in this program, for a total of 4. 25 ftes.

mental health therapy: individuals, couples, and families received counseling services from one of three licensed marriage and family therapists. The youngest clients are served through certified play therapy services, and we even incorporate our therapy dog, gracie, into sessions. Our therapists are experts in helping people build upon their strengths and develop increased resiliency. Crisis intervention services are provided in the "living room" at the center free of charge. Walk-in crisis interventions occur approximately one a month. A total of 2. 5 ftes were dedicated to mental health services.

family support services: we provide monitored visitation services, one on one parent coaching sessions, parenting classes, case management, and co- parenting education to help families function better, enjoy better communication, and experience harmony. The program strengthening families served over 40 individuals for 14 weeks, helping parents and children realize their individual and collective potentials. This program was also supported by the generosity of the community through donations of food and facilitation support. From the administrative staff to the therapists, all staff provided family support services throughout the year.