State of the Community Annual Reports

With sincere appreciation, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC), as they listen, hear and act on the amplified voice of parents and caregivers. Their leadership reflects our deepest held values and thus enables UP/PC4W to serve as a recognized partner in shaping a brighter future for families and caregivers. 

Parent and Carer engagement tool kit. 

With sincere appreciation, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC), as they listen, hear and act on the amplified voice of parents and caregivers. Their leadership reflects our deepest held values and thus enables UP/PC4W to serve as a recognized partner in shaping a brighter future for families and caregivers. 

Parents and caregivers play a critical role in supporting children’s and youth’s health

and well-being. Yet, they often face immense challenges in navigating California’s mental health system and accessing quality treatment and supports for kids in their care. 

While it is almost always preferable to state the full name of an organization, or condition affecting children and families, the following acronyms are frequently used.

The following collaborative partners comprise Parents and Caregivers for Wellness:

The following collaborative partners comprise Parents and Caregivers for Wellness.

Parents and Caregivers are paving the road to hope by persevering through unprecedented challenges by problemsolving, learning new skills, wearing new “hats”, demonstrating emotional intelligence, playing new roles within their family and community, and sharing themselves with uncommon generosity. All of this is taking place in the

context of prolonged and unexpected change.

STATE OF THE COMMUNITY ANNUAL REPORT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2020-2021

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Resilience and Strength during Challenging Times: Highlights, Success Stories, and Accomplishments