“When I started this class I had no hope & now I have my kids back. My child welfare case is closed. I have my own place. Life is great. Thanks to all of you.” — Participant in the Parent Leadership Support Group Your tax-deductible gift supports family strengthening, mental health care for children, parent advocacy, community trainings, foster care/adoption and more. And if you donate before midnight on Dec 31, your contribution will be matched by a fund created by our Board and other donors: https://buff.ly/4gbUTHT #mentalhealth #fostercare #parentsupport
A Better Way, Inc.
Mental Health Care
Berkeley, CA 2,249 followers
Empowering children & families facing critical life challenges
About us
A Better Way is a comprehensive foster & adoption agency providing behavioral health, parent advocacy, family strengthening and community training. Our mission is to empower children and families to develop the insights, life skills, and permanent relationships that promote their social, emotional, educational and economic well-being.
- Website
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http://www.abetterwayinc.net
External link for A Better Way, Inc.
- Industry
- Mental Health Care
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Berkeley, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1996
- Specialties
- Behavioral Health Services, Therapeutic Visitation Services, Parent Advocacy, Training, Foster-Adoption Services, Pre- and Post-Adoption Services, and 0-5 Behavioral Health Services
Locations
Employees at A Better Way, Inc.
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Lark Baum
Instructor, Psychology and Social Work, City College of San Francisco; Instructor, Psychology, Solano Community College; Director of Social Work…
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Lauren Greis, ASW
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Shelly Gusse
Quality Assurance Supervisor at A Better Way, Inc.
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David Channer
Chief Executive Officer, A Better Way, SF Bay Area
Updates
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Adopting even just one of these easy strategies can make a meaningful difference in how you feel and function. #mentalhealth
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"What if your gift this December could change a child's life forever?" 🌟 Local children and families are facing urgent challenges, and you can be the difference they desperately need. Your donation helps provide: 🌟Mental health services 🌟Foster care & adoption support 🌟Parent advocacy 🌟Family strengthening programs 🌟Community trainings And more... Here’s the best part: This month, every dollar you give will be MATCHED dollar-for-dollar! 💙 Double your impact today: https://buff.ly/4gbUTHT Together, we can build stronger families and brighter futures. ✨
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🌟 You Are Not Alone This Holiday Season 🌟 The holidays can be a joyful time, but sometimes they can also bring stress, loneliness, and grief. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed—it’s okay to ask for help. 💚 If you or someone you know needs help, reach out to these trusted resources: 📞 SF Bay Area Local Resources: SF Suicide Prevention Hotline: (415) 781-0500 Bay Area Crisis Line: (800) 309-2131 Alameda County Mental Health Services: (800) 491-9099 Contra Costa Crisis Center: (800) 833-2900 📞 National Support Lines: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Admin. (SAMHSA): (800) 662-4357 🌈 Take Care of Yourself: * Stay connected with loved ones. * Practice self-compassion and rest when needed. * Reach out if you need to talk—there’s always someone who cares. * Let’s lift each other up during this season. Share this post to remind others that help is just a call or text away. 💛 #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #HolidaySupport #EndTheStigma
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As 2023 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to you—our social media followers, donors, and supporters. Your kindness and generosity are paving the way for healthier and happier families across the SF Bay Area. 💙 The families we serve face significant hurdles, but thanks to individuals like you, we’re able to offer the care, resources, and support they need to thrive. Together, we’re creating a stronger community and a brighter future for all. May your holidays be filled with love, joy, and the comfort of knowing that you’re making a real difference. Thank you for being part of the A Better Way family! #HappyHolidays #CommunitySupport #ABetterWay
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Local children & families are in urgent need of support. Your gift helps provide mental health services, foster care/adoption, parent advocacy, family strengthening, community trainings and more. And your donation will be MATCHED dollar-for-dollar during December! Donate here: https://lnkd.in/ghatBFYJ
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We're #hiring a new School-based Mental Health Clinician (SMHP) in Solano County, California. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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Your donation supports foster care, mental health services for children, parent advocacy and community trainings. And thanks to a generous Matching Fund created by our Board and other donors, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar. https://buff.ly/4gbUTHT
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Our CEO David Channer received gift cards from ABW board member Patti Ochoa-Milanfar and her husband Shahrad Milanfar today, enabling more children & families to buy toys and necessities as part of this year's Virtual Toy Drive. Our thanks to them and everyone at Milanfar Law Firm, PC for their encouragement and support! Learn about the Toy Drive: https://buff.ly/3OG5Qp4 #ToyDrive #ABetterWay
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