Central Naugatuck Valley Help Incorporated

“The organizations board of directors has assigned the duty of reviewing the annual 990 to its standing executive committee. The annual 990 is prepared by the organization's accounting firm working closely with the executive director and fiscal administrator. Copies of the completed return are provided to all members of the executive committee for review before filing. Upon review and approval by the executive committee, copies of the 990 form are provided to all board of director members before the return is filed.”

“All board of directors, officers and key employees of the organization are required to complete a conflict of interest statement of disclosure annually. This disclosure statement requires the individual to answer a series of questions regarding transactions, events and circumstances which could lead to conflicts of interest. The disclosure statement also requires the individual to sign that they have read and understand the organizations conflict of interest policy. The completed annual conflict of interest disclosure statements are reviewed by the executive director and fiscal administrator of the organization. The executive director and fiscal administrator contact any indiviual if there are questions or answers to questions on the disclosure statement that need clarification or further research. If it is determined that a conflict does exist with respect to a matter, the organization enforces the policy by making sure that the person with the conflict does not participate in the decision-making process. Contemporaneous documentation is maintained of how all conflict matters are resolved. The fiscal administrator maintains records of individual business transactions and relationships reported on the disclosure statements as well as known transactions from accounts payable and general ledger records. These transactions and other conflict matters are included in the annual 990 return as necessary.”

“The process of executive director review and compensation has been assigned to the personnel committee. The personnel committee will give leadership and governance to executive compensation management and report to the board annually on reviews. In keeping with the oversight and fiduciary responsibilities of the board, the personnel committee will be a standing committee of the board of directors. The personnel committee is given the authority and has been designated by the board of directors to determine the qualified persons, recommend the total compensation packages of its executives and comply with internal sanctions. Also, the committee will complete the executive director's performance review. All members of the committee will serve for a minimum of one full year. This is an independent body of volunteers with knowledge of the key employees contributions to the association who have no professional association/business relationship with the persons under review. They are active volunteers who hold or may have held leadership positions with the organization. The role of the personnel committee is to provide the necessary direction to and oversight of the association's executive compensation program and to: develop the total compensation and benefits package of the executive director. To seek comparable compensation data from an independent source, if possible. Provide an annual report to the board of directors for review and approval.”

“The executive director reviews the performance and assigns a compensation package to the cfo. Compensation adjustments are made when deemed appropriate and when and if funds become available.”

“The organization's annual 990 filing is available for inspection on the publically available website guide star. The organization's annual 990 filing and annual certified audit are available for public inspection at the connecticut public charities unit of the connecticut attorney generals office in hartford ct. The organization registers annually under the ct solicitation of charitable funds act and submits these documents annually as required. The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, annual audited financial statements and annual 990 filing are available for inspection by members of the public at the organization's place of business during normal business hours. Appointments for review of these documents must be made with the organizations fiscal administrator.”

“The mission of the agency is to integrate people in recovery into their communities and improve the quality of their lives through mental health and substance abuse treatment. We focus on residential and non-residential therapy, support and skill development. C.n.v. Help, inc. Provides nurturing therapeutic environments that offer a unique, intensive holistic treatment experience to serve the individual needs of mental health, substance abuse and criminal justice clients.”

“Rogers house(comm. Supp.)- provides supportive services to clients, who have diagnosed psychiatric disabilities, in their own homes. Staff teach daily living skills, assist clients in making viable service plans, and offer assistance to accomplish tasks with clients as participants in one and the same process. A total of 5 clients were served for this fiscal year. Travisano network - this program provides non-residential behavioral health services, including substance abuse assessments, individual and group counseling, psychiatric evaluations and medication management. In addition, relapse prevention and anger management groups are provided. The total clients served were 127 for this fiscal year. Revenue 174,746 wynnewood(comm. Supp.)- provides supportive services to clients who have diagnosed psychiatric disabilities in their own homes. Staff teach daily living skills, assist clients in making viable service plans, and offer assistance to accomplish tasks with clients as participants in one and the same process. The total of clients served was 24 for this fiscal year. Wynnewood - a community residence for clients with psychiatric disorders who are referred to the program by the western ct mental health network-torrington. Staff and clients work together to develop individualized recovery plans focused on recovery and skill building for each client in both group and individual settings. A total of 8 clients were served this fiscal year. Revenue 271,170 rogers house - this program offers services to individuals ages 18 and over in recovery from psychiatric illness. The group home is licensed for six beds and provides skill building and support in the areas of: symptom management, health and safety, community integration, life skills, anger management, interpersonal relations, leisure planning, substance abuse, and relaxation skills. The program also offers individual, group and family counseling as well as discharge planning including referrals for suitable housing, financial support and aftercare counseling. The total clients served was 9. Revenue 288,121 watkins network - this program provides non-residential behavioral health services, including substance abuse assessments, individual and group counseling, psychiatric evaluations and medication management. In addition, relapse prevention and anger management groups are provided. The total clients served was 198. Revenue 325,491 total revenue 1,059,528”