CFAR August 2024 Newsletter

CFAR is proud to announce that our Board of Directors has an incredible new slate of officers. Though she has been in the role of Board Chair for only a few weeks, Dr. Erica Patterson has already accomplished so much. She is joined by Lisa Dugan as Vice Chair, Phil Holzhauer as Treasurer, and Nicole Wixted as Secretary. You can read more about them on our website. We can’t wait to see all of the things this dynamic group will accomplish! The CFAR board is changing and growing along with the organization, and we are seeking new board and committee members. For more information, reach out to development@cfarcounseling.org

Our team had a fantastic opportunity to share resources and information with Carver High School of Engineering and Science parents and students during their Health and Resource Fair on August 9th. Our CFAR team was excited to share information about our Outpatient Services, Children Deserving Services program, and Together Through Trauma program. They were also pleased share mental health resources, and discuss mental health issues, with the students and their families.

It was a beautiful night for our 4th annual movie night on August 16th at Pelbano Rec Center. Our staff volunteers had the opportunity to share some mental health resources with the community as they gathered to watch The Emoji Movie, with lots of snacks donated by Herr’s Food, Just Born Inc, and Target. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and we look forward to seeing you all again next year!

The rec centers have been bustling, and our Together Through Trauma team is wrapping up an incredible summer of game nights at 8th & Diamond, Wellness Wednesdays at Mander Playground, emotional education workshops at 12 PPR summer camps, line dancing, yoga, and so much more! The TTT team is already brainstorming about new and exciting ways to engage the community in the fall, so stay tuned. If you would like more information about TTT, or would like to partner with the program, please email ttt@cfarcounseling.org.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for CFAR Night at the Phillies on August 13th! CFAR staff, board, and supporters had a chance to enjoy a beautiful evening together while supporting CFAR’s programs. While the Phillies weren’t victorious against the Marlins, everyone had a great time. Especially the kids!