Trauma is defined as “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.” Most of us would agree that this indescribable time of COVID-19 has been distressing and disturbing. While it is important to recognize and address our own feelings, we need to be cognizant of the...
Moving Toward Healing Takes Courage “No thanks, I’m fine.” When I am offered help in the kitchen, at the supermarket, or in the office, I almost always decline the offer. I even rebuff my husband when he offers assistance. Poor guy — he just wants to help! Why do I do...
Celebrates 50 Years of Providing Services to the Community Dozens of community members gathered on Tuesday for a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house at Family Service Agency’s new location in Lompoc at 101 South B Street. The agency, which has operated in Lompoc...
Third Annual Fundraising Event Benefits Programs for At-Risk Youth Over 300 guests, celebrity judges and leading local chefs filled the Grand Ballroom of the Fess Parker Doubletree Resort last Friday to vote for their favorite dish and support programs for at-risk...
Two Incredible Women Take Lead at the Third Annual Santa Barbara Event Family Service Agency is pleased to announce that Meredith Garofalo and Emily Nordee have been named Event Committee Co-Chairs for Cooking Up Dreams, a “flavorful” benefit for at-risk youth served...
