OUR IMPACT

The traumas children endure include a range of issues that are hard to talk about: parental neglect; malnutrition; family dysfunction due to alcohol and drug addictions; physical abuse; and sexual abuse including rape.

We seek to expedite support and overcome the range of challenges inherent in the local systems. Challenges include delays in access to county-provided services, limitations on available therapies and best practices, and specialty needs of younger children combined with overall high costs.

Collaborating with many agencies and individuals, We are part of a team seeking to confirm and support a child exposed to life-changing trauma. When a problem is first detected by a parent/caregiver, guidance counselor, teacher, concerned family member or police officer, we can provide funding for early intervention and treatment.

Long-Term Results

Long-Term Results

Positive Impacts on Children

With mental-health support, guidance counselors reported improved scholastics and interpersonal relationships at school. Children and youth report fewer impulsive behaviors and lessened desire to self-harm and self -medicate. Overall, parents/caregivers report that their children appear less depressed, have less anxiety, are more motivated to engage in family activities, and reach out to new friends.

Positive Impacts on the Community

The communities where the clients live also experience a positive impact. Early therapy helps inform life skills such as anger management, impulse control and emotional intelligence. Studies show that these children and youth remain in school, have less contact with law enforcement, make healthier life choices, are more able to visualize future success, and are motivated to attempt new challenges.

These positive outcomes promote a positive direction—away from incarceration, medical disability, inability to hold a job, hospitalization/rehabilitation for substance abuse, and homelessness. This ultimately produces significant savings at local, state and federal levels.