FSA In The News
Dreams Bloom for Those in Need at Family Service Agency Fundraiser
Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County invites community members to join its spring fundraiser Dreams in Bloom, 5-8 p.m. May 13 at the Santa Barbara Woman’s Club at Rockwood.
Learn About Family Service Agency at Lompoc Valley Chamber Mixer
Community members are invited to meet the Family Service Agency team, tour the Dorothy Jackson Family Resource Center, and learn about the services available in Lompoc.
Couples assistance program available for free through Family Service Agency
A 10-week Connected Couple, Connected Families program through Family Service Agency is free for interested parties thanks to a grant from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration.
A Century of Helping the Most Underserved
Founded in 1899, Family Service Agency (FSA) is Santa Barbara County’s oldest non-sectarian private social welfare organization and has more than a century of experience helping the region’s most underserved children, families, and seniors.
The Little House By The Park Relocates
Guadalupe’s Little House By The Park has moved to two locations: 230 Calle Cesar E Chavez (Monday through Friday) and 4202 11th Street (Tuesdays and Thursdays).
FSA Elects New Board Co-Presidents and Officers
Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County announced that it has voted in a new slate of leadership for its 2022-2023 Board of Directors. Molly Carrillo-Walker and Tricia Price have been voted in as Co-Presidents. Linda Sessler and Robert Janeway move forward as Co-Treasurers. Teressa Johnes becomes Secretary. Ed Tran and Rod Durham are serving as Co-Vice Presidents of Programs. Maria McCall assumes the role of Vice President of Development.
Federal Grant to Provide Mental Health First Aid Trainings to Over 4,800 Residents
In response to our nation’s mental health crisis, Family Service Agency (FSA), Mental Wellness Center (MWC), and Youthwell have secured funding that will continue to bring Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) trainings to Santa Barbara County. In the next five years, the coalition expects to train 2,800 adults to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in youth, provide initial response, and safely connect youth with appropriate services. https://fsacares.org/federal-grant-to-provide-mental-health-first-aid-trainings-to-over-4800-santa-barbara-county-residents/
Lt. Van Meel Joins FSA Board of Directors
Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County is pleased to announce the appointment of Santa Maria Police Lieutenant Paul Van Meel to its Board of Directors.
FSA Names Blanca Mejia to Board of Directors
Blanca is a practicing attorney at Twitchell & Rice, LLC in Santa Maria. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology from California State University at Fresno and received a Doctor of Jurisprudence and Master of Legal Studies from San Luis Obispo College of Law.
Paul Cordeiro Joins FSA Board of Directors
Santa Barbara County, CA (August 23, 2021) – Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, also known as Santa Maria Valley Youth and Family Center and Guadalupe’s Little House By The Park, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Cordeiro to its Board of Directors.
FSA Welcomes Alexander Murkison to Board
Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, also known as Santa Maria Valley Youth and Family Center and Guadalupe’s Little House By The Park, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexander Murkison to its Board of Directors.
Patricia Herrera Joins FSA Board of Directors
Family Service Agency is pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia Herrera to its Board of Directors.
Critical Need for Long-Term Care Ombudsman Volunteers Throughout Santa Barbara County
Family Service Agency operates the state-mandated Long-Term Care Ombudsman program and seeks to double the number of volunteers in 2021. Today, there are just seven volunteer Ombudsman Representatives who work alongside staff to serve close to 5,000 residents in 133 long-term care facilities throughout Santa Barbara County.
Maria McCall Joins FSA Board of Directors
Family Service Agency is pleased to announce the appointment of Montecito Bank & Trust Vice President/MClub Director, Maria McCall, to its Board of Directors.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Summer Training Schedule Unveiled
School may be out soon, but mental health is in! Parents, teachers, and Santa Barbara County professionals who work with youth ages 12-18 are encouraged to participate in a free, upcoming Youth Mental Health First Aid training. The popular course teaches participants...
