2015 November eNewsletter |
The many faces of Buckelew Programs - Spotlight on Residential Support Services: Karen's Story - Shop at our Thrift Stores - Golf Tournament raises funds for FSA
Call for Interns - Join us at Blue Skies Café - Holiday Appeal |
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Buckelew Programs E-Newsletter
November 2015
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…homes, jobs,
health and hope |
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Happy Thanksgiving!
We are so grateful for your support!
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The Many Faces of Buckelew Programs
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When we put a face on mental health and addiction issues, we see the person behind the statistic; we see the faces of neighbors, friends and family.
The many faces of Buckelew Programs tell many stories… stories of hope and recovery; stories of bravery and resilience; stories of caring and community. And it’s because of your generous contributions that these stories can be told. We wouldn’t be here without the critical support we receive from you – our community – and for that we are deeply grateful.
This year more than 12,000 people received Buckelew services that improved their lives, including housing, independent living skills and job training, early mental health screening, counseling, suicide prevention, and addiction recovery support.
Read more stories of hope and change in Buckelew Programs' Annual Report for 2014 - 2015. Thank you for your support in bringing homes, jobs, health and hope to those who need it most!
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Spotlight on Residential Support Services: Karen's Story
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When 25-year-old “Karen” came to Buckelew Programs 10 months ago, she had been hospitalized multiple times and was struggling with psychosis, depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. She had also recently become homeless. Karen moved into one of our Residential Support Services (RSS) sites, a cozy single family home shared with other clients in a quiet residential neighborhood in San Rafael. At RSS, staff is on site 24/7 to provide meals, medication supervision, help with independent living skills and symptom management, vocational and educational support, as well as social activities. Residents can stay as long as they need. Some have lived in RSS for 20 years, others move on to more independent living when they are ready, such as our Marin Assisted Independent Living (MAIL) Program. Karen’s experience at RSS turned her life around.
The photo is one of two RSS homes that benefited from a generous grant by Tamalpais Pacific Foundation this year, enabling us to replace all windows with new, energy-efficient ones.
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Time for holiday shopping! Why not visit our Thrift Stores?
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Did you know that The Family Store in Mill Valley and One More Time Thrift Store in San Rafael give all their sale proceeds to Family Service Agency of Marin, including our Suicide Prevention and Grief Counseling Programs? Get a head start on your holiday shopping and take satisfaction in knowing you are supporting a worthy cause!
• The Family Store (run by the Family Service League): 448 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley (415) 388-9596
• One More Time Thrift Store: 1821 Fourth Street, San Rafael (415) 459-6137
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Owens Invitational Golf Tournament raises funds for FSA
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A big thank you to Jerry M. Owens, DVM, and his friends, for raising money to support Family Service Agency of Marin a recent golf tournament at San Geronimo Golf Club.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed both financially and with raffle prize donations: Brad Beetle and Associates, Bob and Kay Demattei, East San Rafael Veterinary Clinic, Golden Gate Golf and Tennis, Golf Mart, Tim Hairston, Lagunitas Brewery, Rich Mahoogian, Mancini's Sleepworld, Jerry T. Moore, Jerry M. Owens, DVM, Pet Emergency and Special Center of Marin, Jeffrey Peterson, CLU and Northwestern Mutual Insurance Company, Mike Schalich, Schalich Bros. Construction, Bill and Judy Starr, Larry P. Tilley, DVM and Westamerica Bank
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Call for Interns at FSA Marin
Family Sevice Agency of Marin (FSA) is looking for intern therapists for their training program to begin January 16th. The training program will be accepting new applicants for fall 2016 as well.
To apply, please visit fsamarin.org or contact Sarah Chapman at schapman@fsamarin.org
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Join us at Blue Skies Café
Blue Skies Café will host an open house on Thursday, December 10th from 11:30am -1:30pm . The Café is located at the Marin Health and Wellness Campus, 3240 Kerner Boulevard, in San Rafael.
Join us for complimentary food and drinks and learn more about the mission and the people of Buckelew’s original social enterprise venture.
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Please support our 2015 Holiday Appeal
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Emotional pain is not as obvious as a broken leg. It’s easier to hide. And too often, the stigma attached to mental health and addiction stops us from seeking help. Yet each one of us could be confronted with a sudden crisis that shatters our world: mental illness, grief and loss, abuse and trauma.
This year more than 12,000 people received Buckelew services that improved their lives, including housing, independent living skills and job training, early mental health screening, counseling, suicide prevention, and addiction recovery support.
Please make a gift today to help us maintain these vital services! We are so grateful for your partnership.
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