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The Purple Walk is more than just a walk; it's a powerful statement of solidarity and a sign of our commitment to creating a safer, more supportive community for everyone.
Funds raised from the Purple Walk are critical to enable us to continue providing Domestic Violence services to those in need.
Please join us in walking together against domestic violence.
Here’s how you can help make a difference….
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Register to walk.
- Create or join a team
- Secure donations from friends or family
- Spread the word
Together we can break the silence surrounding domestic violence and create a future where everyone feels safe and respected.
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We held our annual free Family Fun Nite for our clients on July 22.
Over 150 kids and family members enjoyed an evening of fun including outdoor games, arts & crafts, popcorn, ice cream and more.
Special thanks to the Santa Clarita Elks Lodge 2379 for providing the delicious BBQ dinner once again! The food was delicious!
Thanks to Brian Hoffman, DJ extraordinaire who kept
the kids laughing with his Magic Show.
Finally, thanks to our wonderful volunteers who helped make this fantastic event possible!
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Child & Family Center Board Installation |
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Child & Family Center held its annual board installation on Thursday, June 27. California State Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, installed the new officers and incoming board members for the 2024/25 fiscal year.
The executive board members are Bill Cooper, Chair; Jennifer Lee, JD, Vice Chair; Aida Weinstein, Treasurer; Rick Garcia, Secretary; and Marc Winger, EdD, Immediate Past Chair.
Our new board members are Angela Artiaga, Michael Berger, Tom Cole,
Diane Fiero, EdD and Di Thompson. They join current members Cristy Collins-Parker, Staci Daniels-Sommers, MSW, LCSW, Kris Huber, Jean La Corte Kiczek, Dennis Sugasawara, and David Wong, MD.
“It’s an honor to work with an amazing board of directors and senior leadership team who bring enthusiasm, engagement, and commitment to the Center, so we can continue serving our community,” said Nikki Buckstead, CEO.
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Fred Arnold receives California Assembly commendation from Assemblymember Schiavo. | |
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Outgoing board member Fred Arnold was recognized for his many years of dedication and service to the Center. He received multiple commendations from local, state, and federal elected officials.
“Fred Arnold has brought the dedication and passion to ensure the success of the Center. His insights, thoughtfulness, and expertise will be missed moving forward,” said Bill Cooper, Board Chair.
“One of the legacies he is leaving behind is the development of the Investment Advisory
Committee, which he will continue to chair and the investment Policy Strategy for the Center. This is a real highlight for us,” said Cooper.
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Thank you to Bar Method Santa Clarita!
Thank you to the Bar Method for providing a free private class for our staff members. They provide low- impact, total- body workouts in a welcoming and safe environment that is great for all fitness levels.
The Bar Method in Santa Clarita also supports our Purple Walk each year, and last year had the most walkers on their team! Thank you to owner Kimberly Marx-Steele for your support!
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New Van for our
DV Program!
We are overjoyed to share that Child & Family Center has acquired a brand-new van for our Domestic Violence program!
This resource will make a significant difference in the lives of women and families escaping dangerous situations, providing them with safe transport to our Domestic Violence Shelter.
Our heartfelt thanks to Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo for her tireless efforts in securing funds that make initiatives like ours possible.
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Minority Mental Health Month
This past month we recognized the struggles of marginalized communities in accessing mental health care. At Child & Family Center, we're dedicated to breaking down these barriers through education, advocacy, and support.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are not just words to us – they're the core of our mission. We're committed to fostering culturally competent care and building supportive communities for everyone.
You can help raise awareness and start crucial conversations about mental health. Together, we can dismantle stigmas and ensure every individual has access to the care they deserve.
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Here's a glimpse into last month's impact:
- Conducted a total of 7,138 sessions
- Welcomed 79 new clients to our Center
- Celebrated the graduation of 153 clients from our services
- Provided support to 1,027 unique individuals
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Mission Moment -
Changing Lives. Healing Relationships. Helping People Thrive.
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Dear Friends and Supporters,
Summer is in full swing, and Child & Family Center has been busy! We have several new members who have joined our Board of Directors,
effective July 1st. They each bring dedication and passion to the Center to ensure we are fulfilling our mission of changing lives, healing relationships, and helping people thrive.
Our Prevention and Outreach teams are eagerly awaiting the start of the school year! Each week, the team provides several workshops, educational sessions, and presentations at our local elementary, middle, and high schools, to college students, and local area medical providers. They focus on topics such as Identifying Substance Use in Your Teen, Healthy Relationships, Signs of Domestic Abuse, Creating Healthy Boundaries, and many more. We are grateful to all the school districts we work with so we can present these important topics to the youth in our community.
We were thrilled to have our annual Family Fun Nite, and what a turnout we had! Thank you so much to our local area Elks Lodge 2379, for once again coming out and providing and cooking all the great food! This special event allows those we serve to come and have a stress-free event with their kiddos. A special thanks to all our volunteers who helped with face painting, arts and crafts, and more.
Thanks to a generous grant from the State of California, which we received through Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo’s office, we were able to purchase a brand-new van for our Domestic Violence Program and Shelter. This has been well overdue and will allow our caring and supportive staff to better meet the needs of the women and children we serve in that Program.
Finally, we celebrated National Minority Mental Health Month and International Self-Care Day. Both days are significant in ensuring we take time to reflect on and evaluate the equity of mental health care in our communities and the importance of taking time for ourselves.
I can’t conclude this letter without discussing the incredible impact the Center provided in June 2024. Here is a snapshot:
- The Center conducted 7,138 sessions (mental health, counseling, psychiatry, case management).
- We welcomed 79 new clients to our Center who enrolled in a program with us.
- We celebrated the graduation of 153 clients from our programs.
- We provided 1,027 unique individuals with various sessions (mental health, counseling, psychiatry case management).
For the children and families,
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