Licking County Annual Report 2009-2010 Certified by

The Woodlands Serving Central Ohio
Certified by
Ohio Department of Mental Health
Licking County
CHAMBER of COMMERCE
The Woodlands Serving Central Ohio
195 Union Street Suite B-1
Newark, Ohio 43055
Phone:740-349-7066
Fax: 740-345-6028
E-mail: thufford@thewoodland.org
www.thewoodland.org
Annual Report
2009-2010
Responding with integrity and
Compassion since 1965
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THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO, INC.
THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO
Table of Contents
About Our Organization
Our Leaders
Our Board
Our mission and vision
Our Programs
Domestic violence/Mental Health Therapy/ Outreach
Our Staff
Our Fundraising
Our Revenue Sources
Our Funding Sources and Sponsors
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About Our Organization
Since 1965 The Woodlands
has provided quality professional services to those in
need, regardless of their ability
to pay. The Woodlands, a
private, non-profit organization, provides comprehensive
prevention, education, and treatment services to residents
of Licking and surrounding counties.
The Woodlands is a dynamic organization that serves to
address the diverse needs of individuals and families in
our community. The Woodlands is organized into three
distinct direct service departments: Domestic Violence
Services, Outpatient Services and Outreach Services.
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Funding Sources and Sponsors
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Community Mental Health and
Recovery Board
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Gannett Foundation
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United Way of Licking County
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T J Evans Foundation
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Licking County Juvenile Court
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Licking County Department of
Job and Family Services
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Newark City Schools
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The City of Newark
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Licking County Educational
Services Center
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Friends of the Shelter
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Autumn Healthcare
Licking Heights Schools
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Longaberger Foundation
Avon Foundation
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Park National Bank
Ohio Department of Jobs and
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First Presbyterian Church of
Granville
Family Services
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Ohio Department of Health
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Licking County Foundation
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Ohio Criminal Justice Services
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Ohio Attorney General
Emergency Food and Shelter
Program
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Cheryl’s
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Licking County Commissioners
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First Baptist Church of Granville
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Alpha Chi Omega Sorority at
Denison
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Owens Corning Foundation
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Wireless Partners
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Maker’s Market
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Clark Family Foundation
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Licking County Child Support
Enforcement Agency
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Client fees
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THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO, INC.
THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO
Our Leadership Team
Revenue Sources
Revenue
Medicaid 38%
Grants 24%
Schools 19%
CMHRB 8%
Fundraising 1%
United Way 3%
Client Fees 4%
Contributions
3%
Tricia Hufford, MSW, LSW
Executive Director
Domestic Violence Services Director
Expenses
Margaret Senn, LISW
Outreach Services Director
Outpatient 43%
Marc Meech
Domestic
Violence 32%
Outreach 25%
Financial Director
Bonnie Baris, LISW
Director of Outpatient Services
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THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO, INC.
Our 2009-2010 Board of Directors
Jim Maynard, State Farm Insurance
Board Chair
Eric Baker, Park National Bank
Chair—Finance
THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO
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1st Annual Bag Lady Brunch
August 2009 Cherry Valley Lodge hosted
the 1st annual Bag Lady Brunch—
designer bag auction to benefit the Center
for New Beginnings Domestic Violence
Shelter and Services. Bags were auctioned
off by guest auctioneer Cheri Hottinger
from the Licking County Chamber of
Commerce.
Melinda Seeds , Hayes Law Offices
Secretary
Karen Thompson-Snipes
Licking Memorial Health Systems
Randy Ashbrook
City of Johnstown
Devon Bolte
Fifth Third Bank
Dan Coffman
City of Newark
Jodie Wheeler
Wilson, Shannon & Snow
Alice Browning
Park National Bank
Thank you to these Board Members for their service:
Barbara Doan
Steve Hitchens
Wayne Mangus
Sharon Flynn
Dana Logan
Jennifer Amos
Alice Keefe
Lyn Robertson
How you can help….
Volunteering your time
Donating new and gently used items
Giving…..
Check out our website for information on services
and fundraising events.
www.thewoodland.org
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THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO, INC.
Our Fundraising
Give your Heart to
The Woodlands
This Valentine’s Day dinner and raffle
fundraiser was held at The Grill for the
first time. The Grand Prize winner of the
raffle received an all inclusive trip for two
to Cozumel, Mexico!
THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO
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Our Programs…
We Listen
We Support
We Help
We Protect
We Shelter
Life can change….discover your options:
The Woodlands Outpatient Department
HIV/AIDS Task Force
Mental Health Therapy
Psychiatric Services
10th Annual
Woodlands Golf Classic
The Woodlands Domestic Violence Services
The Center for New Beginnings Shelter and Services
As always, The Woodlands Classic
annual Golf Outing was a success at
raising funds to benefit the programs of
The Woodlands. It was held on the first
Friday in June at The Mount Vernon
Country Club.
The Woodlands Outreach Services
Helping Children Succeed after Divorce
C.A.R.E.
Anger Management
Progressive Parenting
Our Mission
To respond with integrity and compassion to
people facing challenges
Art for Life
Art for Life was an art Auction held at
The Grill Works Deli & Catering to
support The Woodlands AIDS Task
Force. Donated works of art were
auctioned to raise funds for this event.
Our Vision
The Woodlands will be recognized for providing effective and efficient services which are
responsive to community needs and trends. We will provide these services in a fiscally
responsive manner from agency owned facilities. Our well-trained and well-supported staff
will demonstrate our mission to the children and families we are privileged to serve.
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THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO, INC.
Domestic Violence Services
The Center for New Beginnings
Family Connections Center
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New Beginnings provided emergency
shelter to 68 women and 71 children
 Family Connections Center provided 389
supervised visitations.
1,152 person received Domestic Violence education presentation
“I was given a home and the comfort of people when I really needed it. I
have been lucky in the friends I’ve found here and hope to keep them
through out my life.” ~ former resident at New Beginnings
Outpatient Services
The Woodlands AIDS Task Force
Mental Health Therapy
Psychiatric Services
 114 Individuals living with HIV/AIDS served
 863 Individuals receiving individual or
family therapy
 133 Individuals receiving psychiatric services
Outreach Services
School Based Social Work
CARE /Parent Education
THE WOODLANDS SERVING CENTRAL OHIO
B UILDING ON
O UR SUCCESSES
In 2009 The Woodlands organized new groups
to meet the growing needs of consumers of
mental health services and specialized
populations
Mental Health NOS Group
A general mental health group focusing
on positive coping skills for adults
Rise Group
A group for adult women who are
survivors of childhood sexual abuse
Hope Group
A depression therapy group focusing
on support and coping skills for adults
Anger Management Group
12 week program using a Cognitive Behavioral
Approach designed for adults who would like to
improve their ability to manage anger
Jumping Jake Club
A 10 week group for children between the ages
of 5-10 years who have been diagnosed with
ADHD with an education group
meeting co-currently with their parents
 897 children in 10 schools received services
provided by 3 credentialed social workers
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57 adults participated in anger management groups
624 parents attended Helping Children Succeed after Divorce Seminar
62 individuals completed the 6 week Progressive Parenting Program
“The progressive parenting class has helped me to get to know my
daughter more. We have really started to open up to each other.”
The Woodlands 2009 Staff
Person of the Year,
Lou Gilliland
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