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Wayne County Office 21012 Mack Avenue

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

Annual Report 2010-2011

Letter from the President & CEO As many of you know, this is the last letter that I will post in an annual report. I will FINALLY be retiring at the end of January and while I certainly love what I do, I am looking forward to time with the grandchildren and fun in the sun. As I look back over my years in the field of alcoholism and other drug prevention, advocacy and support services, I feel good about where we have come and where the field is heading.

Twenty years ago, addiction was a whisper. There was much finger pointing and those who suffered from alcoholism and/or other drug addiction were ostracized. Even those working in the field of addiction did not believe that “recovery was possible.” It has only been within the last ten years that people have been more open about their addiction or its prevalence in their families. Those who continue to work in the field can look forward to:

• More research confirming mental health conditions, alcoholism and/or other drug dependency, as brain disorders capable of being treated.

• Increased recognition that treatment for mental health conditions need to be integrated into physical health and vice versa. Treatment of the total person is a key element of recovery and physical healing.

• The expansion of treatment modalities that include “Recovery Oriented Systems of Care,” a strategic approach to providing a continuum of care for those most vulnerable.

• The expansion of recovery efforts including a new openness about the disease and the strength of its survivors.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan has expanded services over the past years and will continue to work in ways that offer individuals and families opportunities for growth and healing. It is my hope that YOU will continue to support this fine agency in ways that allow its evolution.

Most Sincerely,

Kathleen Rager President & CEO

Management Team Kathleen Rager, MSA

President & CEO

Monique Stanton, BADeputy Director

Paul Dailey, MS, LPC,CAADC,CCS-M

Clinical Director

Kevin Friedrich, MAPrevention and Community

Program Director

Brenda Szalka, LMSW, CEAPWorkLife Solutions Director

Beth Lafata

Financial Manager

Sheri CrellHuman Resources Manager

Board of Directors

Curt Harder Chairperson

Patti SteeleVice Chair External Operations

Thomas DenewithVice Chair Internal Operations

Patrick McLoganSecretary

Robert Wirsing, Jr.Treasurer

Karen Beger Becky Bolander

Harry Kalogerakos Trev Pawl

Janet Reed,Paula RomanDavid SaadLucia Smith

Ambassadors Donald Amboyer

Barb Browe Karen Corey Eric Jackson

Paula Kiesgen Tim Killeen

Maryanne MacLeod Judge Steve Sierawski

Lori Smith Brenda Szalka

Judge Kimberley A. Wiegand Jan Wilson

CARE of Southeastern Michigan’s mission is to educate, link and support individuals, families, businesses and communities affected

by family concerns, workplace challenges, mental healthconditions and the misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.

Notable Activity

CARE provides supervised parenting time visits for families referred from the Macomb County Friend of the Court. A pleasant environment makes it possible for children to visit with a non-custodial parent who has a court order to have supervision during a weekly meeting.

CARE provides educational programming for customers of the Michigan Rehabilitation Services. These customers are preparing to reenter the work force after treatment for alcoholism or other drug addiction.

CARE provides educational programming in collaboration with Michigan Prisoner Reentry for citizens returning from prison. The program focuses on issues impacting their ability to reintegrate into the community.

Other Notable Agency UpdatesCARE has taken on a new identity as CARE of Southeastern Michigan. The new name better identifies the geographical area that is served.

CARE passed a CARF audit and was awarded a three year accreditation. This achievement is an indication of CARE’s dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of persons served. “Services, personnel and documentation clearly indicate an established pattern of practice excellence,” CARF Final Report.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan staff at the Celebrate Recovery Walk & Rally, Lansing, MI.

9th Annual Tea and Luncheon Fundraiser “Celebrating the Nifty Fifty”

Prevention and Community Programs

True or False: Parenting can be fun? TRUE!!!! When parents implement nurturing methods to encourage their children and discipline techniques that help children learn, parenting can be fun.

Family and Youth Services focus on providing resources that will prevent alcoholism/other drug addiction and mental illness.

Programs provide a number of strategies targeting multiple populations. They include:

• Parent education series utilizing the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) and Nurturing Parenting curriculums were completed by 821 parents.

• Four summer day camps and a year round program focused on the needs of children and other family members impacted by a parent/caregivers problematic use of alcohol/other drugs. Leadership camps and Project Focus impacted 126 children/parents.

• School based strategies include providing educational series focused on developing resiliency skills. Four hundred sixty four (464) students participated in 16 educational series.

• Student Assistance educational programs support the development of skills that build the relationship between parent and child. They include Anger Management/Managing Strong Emotions, Teen Intervene and Project Impact for youth at risk of court involvement. Students and parents who participated in educational series numbered 185.

• Preschool/Kindergarten education was provided through the Paper People character building curriculum and was experienced by 1,214 young children.

• Ten community based coalitions focused on preventing and reducing underage alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Coalitions received technical assistance from three CARE community organizers.

• Greater Macomb Project Vox offered an opportunity for those in recovery from alcoholism and/or other drug addiction to advocate for adequate treatment, educate the community on addiction issues and celebrate their health.

• Fifth Graders in the Grosse Pointe School District, The University of Liggett and the Harper Woods School District participated in the Tar Wars Program. Lessons teach children about the short-term effects of tobacco use, the cost of using tobacco products and the advertising techniques used by the tobacco industry to seduce children into using their products. The program is a partnership with Beaumont Hospital.

Project FOCUS Camp

16th Annual Parenting Conference “Growing Great Families”

Grosse Pointe High School students participated

“In the Voice of OurTeens, A Dialogue Supporting Resiliency.”

Access to Treatment and Case Management Services

True or False: Alcoholism and other drug addiction is a chronic disease that needs long term attention.

TRUE! Alcoholism and other drug addiction has long been treated as a short term problem. Current research, how-ever, has confirmed that these health conditions are chronic in nature and deserve ongoing attention.

Since 1977, CARE of Southeastern Michigan has offered opportunities for clients to receive treatment for alcoholism and other drug addiction. There have been many changes over the years. Most notably, eligibility requirements for publicly funded treatment have become more defined. Today clients who qualify for Medicaid or funding from a federal block grant and meet treatment criteria for residential treatment are authorized by CARE’s clinical staff. In 2010-2011 CARE provided 2,179 screenings for those seeking residential treatment for alcoholism and/or other drug addiction.

Clinical staff provides face-to-face assessments for children and youth who are experiencing difficulties that impact their ability to be successful in school, family or community. Through contractual agreements with 19 school districts in Macomb County and Grosse Pointe, 582 students were served.

In addition, clinical staff provides assessment services for those with drug related offenses such as violation of Department of Transportation regulations, Secretary of State license reinstatement, operating under the influence of liquor, and tickets for a minor in possession. CARE provided 109 assessments for those with drug related offenses.

Because some people/families have multiple challenges that impact their ability to function in ways that benefit their children and community, enhanced services are required. Case managers provide resources and link clients to services that assist them in managing their day-to-day activities.

CARE has increased case management services for several targeted populations. Case managers provided services for:

• 202 parents who had an open case with child welfare.

• 86 parents who were at risk of child abuse and/or neglect but do not have an open case with child welfare.

• 265 women with children who were in treatment for alcoholism and/or drug addiction.

• 109 students experiencing mental health or drug use concerns.

• 119 families who are raising a child affected with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The program director, Shelly Bania, co presented at a national early childhood mental health conference with Northrup Grumman, administrators of the SAMHSA FASD Center for Excellence and Child Guidance Center of Jacksonville, Florida. She also was a member of the SAMHSA FASD Center for Excellence Building FASD State Systems Planning Committee.

• 134 grandparents/other caregivers who are raising their grand-children. This program was recognized by the Macomb County Human Services Coordinating Body for program excellence.

• 249 clients who were being treated with Methadone for opiate addiction.

WorkLife Solutions (Employee Assistance and Workplace Programs)

True or False: Many work places are implementing strategies that focus on wellness recognizing that a healthy work force increases productivity.

TRUE! Because health care reform focuses on prevention of disease, there will be more incentives for businesses to implement wellness policies and employee assistance programs.

WorkLife Solutions assists employees and employers navigate the hard issues facing today’s businesses, municipalities and school districts.

CARE’s WorkLife Solutions has assisted small to medium size businesses since 1978 and is currently able to provide:

• On site trainings that comply with state and federal regulations including Department of Transportation regulations; safe and drug free workplace; discrimination; sexual harassment and hostile work environments. Trainings were offered to 241 employees.

• Professional development trainings improve communication, promote problem solving, understanding diverse populations, and more. Trainings were offered to 4,593 employees.

• Face-to-face and telephonic clinical sessions that help employees and their family members find solutions to difficult situations including employee relationships, grief and loss issues, family crisis, and mental health concerns. Clinical sessions numbered 787.

• Online skill builder trainings that provide interactive health information, financial calculators, assistance in accessing valuable resources and monthly live webinars.

• Supervisory consultations assist administrators to explore their management styles and assess “risky” situations that could lead to litigation. Paddy Laske, CARE’s WorkLife Soulutions’s Senior Account Manager and Trainer, presented at the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks in Traverse City and the Michigan Municipal Treasurers Institute in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan’s Total Budget $2,307,776

41%

12%

8% 9%

5% 6%3% 2%

15%

Macomb County Office of

Substance Abuse

Access to TreatmentCase Management

Prevention Programs$954,042

Michigan Prisoner ReEntry

$274,893

WorkLife Solutions

$189,369

Department of Human Services

$202,402

SAMHSA - FASD

$111,421

Student Assistance

Center

$129,406

Southeast Michigan

Community Alliance$75,000

United Way of SEM

$55,152

Other

$350,590

*unaudited financial statments

9th Annual Tea 2011 - “Celebrating the Nifty Fifty” Platinum Sponsors - PNC Bank, Flagstar Bank Bronze Sponsors - America’s Finest Printing & Graphics, Beaumont, Greyhound Technologies, Health Alliance Plan - HAP, Curt Harder, Kitch, Dutchas, Wagner, Valitutti & Sherbrook Attorneys & Counselors, Patrick McLogan, Michigan First Credit Union Kathy Rager, Douglas Relyea, CPA, P.C., STEP Publishers, St. John Providence Health System Friend of CARE Sponsors - AGIS, Anderson Household, 2 Anonymous Friend Sponsorships, American Lutheran Church: Pastor Becky Bolander, Donna Belli, Barb and Phil Browe, Bellanca, Beattie, & Delisle, Davis- Vandenbossche Agency, Inc., Thomas and Sandy Denewith, Joan Emerick, Jan Garborino, Great Minds of Michigan, Guardian Alarm, Harry Kalogerakos, Emilie MacNeil, Patrick McLogan, Prime Office Technology, James Skelton, Monique Stanton, Stoney Creek Recovery, Valenti, Trobec & Chandler, Inc., Jan Wilson Prize Sponsors - Kelley Anderson, Lisa Anderson, Andary’s Restaurant, Antonino Salon and Spa, Bev Baca Household, Heather Battaglia, Donna Belli, Blue Water College of Cosmetology, Bonstelle Theatre, Borchers Canoeing and Bed & Breakfast, Brio Tuscan Grille, Browe Household, Buddy’s Restaurant & Pizza, CARE Board Members, CARE’s Red Hat Chapter, CARE Staff, Charvat The Florist, Chateau Chantal, Citizen’s Bank, Concord Inn, Costco Wholesale, Denny’s Restaurant, Detroit Princess Riverboat, Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Don Pablo’s, English Gardens, Fern Hill Golf and Country Club, Fraser Public Safety, Hanh N. Fitzpatrick-Bliss Products, Friars Kitchen & Bakery, Garrisi Household, Girl Scouts of Southeastern MI, Harbor House, The Hill Seafood and Chophouse, Hillberry Theatre, Hyatt Place Detroit/Utica, IHOP Restaurant, Indigo Studios(Joe Borri), Jimmy John’s, Kraatz Florist, Luciano’s Restaurant, Patty Maccagnone, Macomb Ballet Company, Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, MacRay Harbor, Maloof Jewelry and Gifts, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Meadow Brook Theatre, Microtel Inn & Suites, Moon River Soap Company, Susan Moss, Panera BreadPat Scott Jewelers, Platinum College of Cosmetology, Port City Princess, Precision Watch & Ringsmith, Puppet Art/Detroit Puppet Theater, Red Hot & Purple Chapter, Katie Ruszala, Salad Creations, Ilene Schlaff, Gretchen Scholtz, Shelby Lanes, Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre, Monique Stanton, Strawberry Fields Restaurant, Sycamore Hills Golf Club, John & Nancy Temelko, Texas Roadhouse, Tracy Ann Photography, 2 Unique Caterers & Event Planners, Vita Venditti, Viviano Flower Shop, Ray Wiegand’s Nursery & Garden Center, Jan Wilson, Yorgo’s Restaurant, Lynda Zott General Donations - Santo Audia & Dwight Lindstrom, Carole Bannister, Nancy Fay, Farmbrook Dentistry, P.C., Silver Pine Family Physicians, Take Notice Quartet, Peter and Martha Ruggirello

Thank You For Your Support

We have made every effort to ensure that there are no omissions or mispellings.

Memorial/HonorariumBrowe Household, Robert Galan, Janice Garborino, Margaret Garborino, James Lafer, McClain Household, Patrick McLogan, Schultz Household, Christine Surowka

General Donations Jessica Allen, Donald Amboyer, Marta Bacon, Bank of America:Fraser Branch, Heather Battaglia, Joelene Beckett, Richard Bielaczyc, Big Family of Michigan, Audrey Bolton, Boy Scouts of America Troop 156, Juliann Brown, California Pizza Kitchen, Chris’ Confections, Christian Financial Credit Union, Clinton Township Kiwanis, Diane Conti, Corrion Household, Wendy Corrion, Ronald J. DeHondt, Dallaire

Household, Denewith Household, Dort Elementary School, Eastpointe Gratiot Cruise, Families Against Narcotics, Inc., First Presbyterian Church, James Fischer, Sandra Gardner-Olec, Dana Gire, Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church, Harper Woods Dad’s Club, Harper Woods Lions Club Foundation, Annette Kavulich, Keusch Household, Kiwanis Club of Lac Ste. Claire, Kiwanis Club or Shorewood, Cheryl LaMirand, Richard and Mary Lange, L’Anse Creuse Public Schools, Susan LaRocque, Carol Laske, Emillie MacNeil, Samantha McLean, Jon and Susan Moss, Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Nancy and Lee O’Bryan, Parisian of Partridge Creek, PNC Bank, Trevor Pawl,

Roseville Community Coalition, Roseville Optimist Club, Saad Household, Teresa and William Sieders, Shannon Sindlinger, Patti Steele-Kefgen, St. Martin De Porres: Womens Club, St. Michael Catholic Community, St. Therese of Lisieux, Lisa-Jean Swiftney, Nancy and John Temelko, Utica High School, Art Waldowski, Walmart Wigley’s Meats & Produce, Robert and Michelle Wirsing, Zion United Church of Christ. 16th Annual Parenting Conference 2011 - “Growing Great Families” Community Garden Sponsor - Flagstar Bank School Garden Sponsor - Henry Ford Macomb Hospital Family Garden Sponsor - Beaumont, CVS Pharmacy, Macomb Intermediate School District Little Sprout Sponsor - Chippewa Valley Schools, Great Start Collaborative, Great Start Macomb, L’Anse Cruese Schools, Macomb County Michigan State University Extension, Big Family of Michigan, Media Sponsors - Capture A Moment Photography, Greg Moss Design, The Macomb Daily

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Program Funding

Access Management System - Screening services for eligible clients and assessment services

Macomb County Community Mental Health Office of Substance Abuse, Michigan Department of Community Mental Health, Great Start Macomb, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, and fees

Case Management Michigan Department of Human Services, Macomb CountyDepartment of Human Services, Macomb County Community Mental Health Office of Substance Abuse, United Way of SEM, and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

Friend of the Court Visitation Macomb County Friend of the Court and fees

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren PNC Bank

Prevention and Family Programs Macomb County Community Mental Health Office of Substance Abuse, Southeast Michigan Community Alliance, and Great Parents Macomb

Prisoner Reentry Educational Programs Macomb County Prisoner Reentry

Student Assistance and Youth Diversion Conference of Eastern Wayne, Macomb County School Districts, Macomb Intermediate School District, Grosse Pointe Schools, Wayne County PASS Grant, Southeast Michigan Community Alliance, Macomb Intermidieate School District, PNC Bank, and community development block grants

WorkLife Solutions Businesses, School Districts and Municipalities

Annual Report Designed by Heather L. Battaglia