Lake Family Resource Center

“John TompkinsP.O. Box 1140Lucerne, CA 95458”

“A final copy of the Form 990 will be provided to the Finance Committee and the Board of Directors after submission.”

“Conflict of interest statements are completed and reviewed annually. Any identified conflict of interest is evaluated and corrective action is taken as necessary.”

“A salary survey of like organizations is reviewed.”

“A salary survey of like organizations is reviewed.”

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“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Health and Wellness:Lake FRC houses multiple programs that are integrated to provide support and resources for Lake County families. Services available include assistance with behavioral health services, domestic violence, seeking safety, child abuse prevention and treatment, teen parenting, rape prevention education, a rape crisis center, human trafficking, housing assistance, teen suicide lifeline, child education and youth development, parenting classes, and health insurance. The agency also operates the only Domestic Violence Shelter and Early Head Start program within the County.Total program expenses were $67”

“With approximately 39% of the agency's total budget, Lake Family Resource Center operates the only Early Head Start (EHS) Program in Lake County. Continued funding from the Administration of Children and Families (ACF) provided LakeFRC with funding for 74 slots for expectant mothers and children ages zero to three years of age. Our recruitment and service area encompasses the entire county, which covers an area of over 1,200 square miles. We continued to offer both home-based and center-based services to eligible Lake County families. During the program year, there was a total of 125 participants of which 11 were pregnant women and 114 were children. There were 14 foster children, 4 teen parents, and 20 participants were deemed homeless. 102 families were served, 57 being from a two-parent family and 45 from single-parent homes. Lake County's population is mostly White with the largest minority group being Hispanic or of Latino origin. The predominant languages are English and Spanish. Our program provides full bi-lingual services to our Spanish speaking children and families. The ethnic backgrounds of those served this past program year identified themselves as follows: 55% White, 23% Hispanic, 20% Bi or Multi-Racial, 1% African American and 1% Native American. Health Insurance Application assistance was provided to participants at intake to ensure that all families have coverage. At the end of our program year, all 114 children had active health insurance with 84 children up to date on age-appropriate preventive and primary health care as determined by a health care professional. The number of children with continuous, accessible dental care provided by a dentist at the time of enrollment was 29. With the assistance of staff, the number of children who were up to date on age-appropriate preventive and primary oral health care increased to 40 at the end of the year. Staff assisted with insurance applications, locating, referring, and transporting families to a dentist. The program offers free dental screenings administered by a local pediatric dentist bi-annually as part of our preventative dental service with 24 children being seen.We provided individualized early intervention services to 23 children who were deemed eligible for Early Start services and had an active Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). Our Child Development Center provides an appropriate environment for children with disabilities. It is utilized by numerous agencies such as Easter Seals, Lake County Office of Special Education Program, Autism Intervention, Hawaii Elks, and various therapists to see the children in our care and provide specialized services. Seven children were identified and referred by EHS and deemed eligible for Early Start Services through Redwood Coast Regional Center during the program year. Of the 11 pregnant women who received services in the EHS program, all 11 received prenatal and health care resources, prenatal education on fetal development and information on the benefits of breastfeeding. All eleven women received substance abuse prevention information and post-partum health care information. Two women received mental health intervention and follow-up and two were referred for substance abuse treatment.The mission of Lake FRCs Early Head Start Program is to promote and enhance the optimal development of families and young children living in Lake County. By providing both center and home-base services we promote positive prenatal outcomes for pregnant women, enhance development of young children and promote healthy family functioning. We achieve this through a coordinated, comprehensive, and high-quality program strengthening our community, one family at a time.Total program expenses: $1,685,745”

“Domestic Violence: With approximately 39% of the total agency budget, this program serves Lake FRC domestic violence victims and their children. During 2021-2022, we provided 4,285 bed nights to 109 clients at the emergency shelter. On our Community Crisis Line, we received and responded to 982 calls. All children residing at the emergency shelter continue their education through the Kelseyville School District. Occasionally, home schooling is arranged when there are extenuating safety factors. If a parent wishes, they can transport their children to their original school.Comprehensive domestic violence services include support groups, classes, and training. We offer Seeking Safety, a PTSD sensitive substance abuse program, Windows Between Worlds art program, Cal WORKS domestic violence support and staff training, Domestic Violence and Anger Management classes. Classes have continued being provided through zoom platforms or have been put on pause as the pandemic progressed. New ideas for additional support groups are in the process of being developed. Last year over 1,583 sessions of therapeutic and/or peer counseling were provided and over 1,290 support group sessions. 115 safety plans were developed. Lake FRC provides drop-in centers at our Kelseyville office serving over 62 non-sheltered individuals. Our advocacy services included 19 restraining orders assistance and over 10 clients with court accompaniment with linkage to legal services, as necessary. Services were provided to 32 individuals with physical, mental, or medical disabilities.Emergency Transportation was provided 8 times and non-emergency transport was provided 85 times as necessary for other appointments or offices. Memoranda of Understanding is in place with all local social services agencies and law enforcement agencies, Lake County Office of Education, and applicable school districts. Lake FRC staff works closely with representatives from Victim Witness, Behavioral Health, and DSS with services available on those work sites.Lake FRC has bilingual/bicultural staff to serve program Spanish speaking participants. In the past year, ethnic breakdown of clients was as follows: 41% Anglo, 16% Native American, 31% Hispanic; 4% African American, 4% Bi-racial, 3% Pacific Islander, 0% Asian and 1% unknown.Lake FRC works with all domestic violence victims to help them establish safe, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles that are free of violence and fear. Last year over 200 individuals benefited. Lake FRCs domestic violence housing first program provided services to 69 domestic violence clients. Financial housing assistance was provided over 209 times to over 40 clients, and supportive services were provided to all clients. Individual counseling, safety planning and crisis intervention was provided 876 times to housing clients. Other program service activities conducted during the year: Lake FRC houses multiple programs that are integrated to provide support and resources for Lake County families. Services available include assistance with behavioral health services, domestic violence, seeking safety, child abuse prevention and treatment, teen parenting, rape prevention education, a rape crisis center, human trafficking, housing assistance, teen suicide lifeline, child education and youth development, parenting classes, and health insurance. The agency also operates the only Domestic Violence Shelter and Early Head Start program within the County.Total program expenses: $1,302,787”