EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Malage LeBlanc, Case Manager for Felton Institute’s Deaf Community Counseling Services (DCCS)

Malage LeBlanc on Access & Accessibility

"I came to Felton because it has a division serving the Deaf community that also offers mental health services.” — Malage LeBlanc

Felton has always understood that equitable access to quality Mental Health services is paramount. Our commitment is reflected in the breadth of our behavioral health services and the diversity of populations served.

Beyond access, what we must consider is the client-end experience once they’ve attempted to reach services. That is, what does it look like and how does it feel accessing services given a client’s particular demographic and/or lived experience. This is something Malage LeBlanc, Case Manager for Felton Institute’s Deaf Community Counseling Services (DCCS), thinks about often. 

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES HIGHLIGHT

Early Intervention

Are you or someone you love experiencing the early signs and symptoms of a psychotic disorder?

The Felton (re)MIND® early psychosis program delivers comprehensive treatment grounded in wellness, recovery and resilience to people experiencing early signs and symptoms of a psychotic disorder, as well as providing families the tools to support their loved ones in their recovery process. 

Psychoeducational Presentations: 

To connect with someone about scheduling a talk about early psychosis, please email us at  talktoremind@felton.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Foster Grandparents

Are you looking for multigenerational, meaningful relationships that develop deep connections and long-lasting shared experiences? 

Foster Grandparents might be the answer for you. The goal of the Foster Grandparents Program (FGP) is to provide a multi-generational opportunity for Foster Grandparents to serve in schools and various community settings. The volunteers become tutors, mentors, and friends to young children. 

If you’re a senior (55+ older) who loves to work with children, consider becoming an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer in Felton Institute’s Foster Grandparent Program.

To Apply: contact Volunteer Coordinator, Lolita Kintanar, at lkintanar@felton.com or call (415) 751-9786 ext. 239 to request an application.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Support Suicide Loss Survivors

Have you lost someone to suicide? Your experience may help others.

One way to support those grieving a person who has died by suicide is through the help and hope of a LOSS Team. A LOSS Team is composed of individuals who have themselves endured the challenges of losing a person to suicide.

Members of the LOSS Team are available to provide postvention support and resources to bereaved loved ones after a sudden loss to suicide.

A LOSS team brings compassion to action and can instill HOPE to those impacted by suicide.

To Apply: Contact LOSS Program Coordinator, Sophia Balestreri, at Sbalestreri@felton.org or call (415) 726 –4685 to request an interview.