SafePathChildren’s Advocacy Center
Annual ReportFY 2013
Who We Are & What We DoOrganizational
Financial
Services & Statistics
Clinical Department
Stroll Through 2013
Jinger Robins, MAExecutive Director
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What is SafePath….. SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center is a private, non-profit
501(c) 3 organization. Our rich history goes back to 1983 when a group of concerned community members created what today is known as SafePath.
SafePath is a fully accredited member of the National Children’s Alliance and a Full Member of the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Georgia.
SafePath serves as Mentor Site for communities wishing to learn more about creating advocacy centers. Advocacy centers throughout the State of Georgia, the nation and even Japan have used SafePath as a model for developing new programs.
1983 Coalition Against Sexual Abuse of Children incorporated; name change occurring in 1985 to Coalition Against Child Abuse.
1990 - 1996 CDBG grant awarded to Cobb Police Department to createCrimes Against Children Unit and Children’s Advocacy Center. SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. officially opens its door under Cobb Community Services Board partnership with CCAP.
2001- 2005 SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center, Inc. becomes a private non-profit 501( c ) 3 through a name change of original corporation CCAP. SafePath’s 3 million dollar Capital Campaign begins.
2007 - 2009 SafePath moves to new facility on Whitlock. SafePath completes capital campaign and establishes $300,000 endowment fund.
2010 - 2011 Governor Deal and First Lady Sandra Deal visit SafePath. SafePath receives the 2010 Outstanding Agency Award from the Georgia Association of Homes & Services for Children.
2011-2012 SafePath receives the “Peoples' Choice Best Nonprofit to Work For” award from Opportunity Knocks. SafePath receives Partner In Prevention distinction from Darkness to Light. SafePath continues to build partnerships with National Child Protection Training Center, KSU Center for Excellence , “A Future Not A Past” (CSEC) and establishes new partnership with Radio Disney to increase awareness about child safety through SafePath’s “Safety Rules Rule” public service announcements.
2012-2013-SafePath Executive Director was invited and accepted appointment to the Governor’s Office for Children and Families Constituency Council. SafePath continues to build upon its partnership with the Cobb County Safety Village (CCSV) as discussion s were rooted about incorporating SafePath’s Rules for Safety into the CCSV’s curriculum. SafePath strengthens ties with WellStar Health System with anticipation of partnering to provide onsite medical services at SafePath in 2014. In an effort to better serve and reach out to the Spanish speaking population, SafePath forms new partnership with Telemundo Atlanta-WKTB.
General Time Line…..
SafePath Vision and Mission….
Mission
To reduce the trauma to children and their families by offering
a comprehensive, professional and child-friendly approach
to allegations of child abuse
Vision
A community free of child abuse
SafePath’s Core ValuesChildren First
We put a child’s welfare above all concerns.
ConfidentialityWe have a duty to respect and protect our client’s privacy.
Service ExcellenceWe are compassionate and strive for superior performance in all we do.
Fiscal ResponsibilityWe are diligent stewards of our money-how it is obtained and how it is used.
Highest Ethical StandardsWe guard our reputation so no one has cause to question our actions or intent.
AccountabilityWe are accountable to our clients, our partners, our stakeholders, each other andthe larger community.
Purpose The purpose of the Community Council is to support and assist the board of directors in
ensuring that SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center continues to meet its mission to reduce the trauma of alleged child victims of abuse throughout intervention,
investigation, prosecution and treatment.
Main ObjectiveThe main objective of the SafePath Community Council is to support the organization and
its board. The Community Council supports the organization by serving as public
relations representatives, serving as advocates, fundraising, and or as liaisons between constituents and the organization.
The Community Council is also used as the introductory stepping stones for possible future governing board members, as a continual opportunity for involvement for retiring board
members, and as an avenue to have corporate community members involved in supporting SafePath.
SafePath Community Council
SafePath Community CouncilGuidelines:The members of the Community Council have no legal or formal responsibilities
like those of SafePath’s governing board members. Corporate law does not give them a specific status: they have no vested right to serve; no immunity from removal; and no right to renewal or appointment. Their service is purely volunteer in nature and highly valued by the board of directors.
Structure:Members will be appointed by the organization's leadership. The chair for the
Community Council will also be appointed by the organization’s leadership. The organization’s leadership will also determine the number of members; and recognize service. The council will initially meet twice a year.
Pam MartinDirector of Finance
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•Day-to-day financial management
•Assist Executive Director with annual budget
•Grant writing, reporting, management and compliance
•Assist with annual financial & grant compliance audit
•Corporate compliance with federal and state reporting
requirements including Form 990, payroll taxes and
insurance
Financial Oversight – Board of Directors
Finance Committee
Chair - Treasurer – Jeff Krall
Committee Members: Ed Lee, Bob Snelson
Purpose – To oversee the proper performance of SafePath’s financial operations by regularly reviewing all financial activities to ensure provision of program services.
Reviews and discusses the budget in depth with the Executive Director and Director of Finance.
Reviews development activities, the audit, financial reserves and investments.
Reports to the Board of Directors
Financial Policies and Procedures
Established “Financial Policies and Procedures Manual”
Developed using internal controls to protect the organization and ensure continuation of programs.
Relies on proper segregation of duties and proper accounting procedures.
Whistleblower, confidentiality, gift acceptance, document retention and destruction policies.
Annual Board approved Budget
Revised as necessary through approval of Board
Annual audit by independent CPA according to generally accepted accounting principles
Reports to Board
Comparison to budget
Cash balances
Accrual Basis of Accounting
Sources of Funding Contributions
Individuals (including board of directors) Community & faith-based organizations Corporations Foundations In-kind (professional services & rent)
Grants Children’s Advocacy Centers of Georgia (CACGA) Cobb Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Cobb County Hedge Funds Care (HFC) National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Promoting Safe and Stable Families (PSSF) Victims of Crime Assistance (VOCA)
Grants are competitive – must apply annually – Awards based upon applications and past agency compliance and performance. Excellent program services Performance measurement Strong grant compliance procedures
Special Fundraising Events Annual Appeal – mail solicitation Good Eatin’ Great Cause – culinary chef tour & competition Hearing Children’s Voices - gala
Professional Trainings Clinical trainings for professionals in the field Legal training for professionals in the field Stewards of Children prevention education for the community and professionals
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$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13
Budget Comparisons
Original Budget Revised Budget Capital Campaign
Income Components
Actual FY12 Actual FY13
Grants, 41%
Special Events, 34%
Training, 3%
In-kind, 11%
Individuals, 2%
Foundations, 2%
Other Donors, 3% Corporate, 2%
Civic / Faith Based, 2%
Grants, 40%
Special Events, 38%
Training, 1%In-kind, 9%
Individuals, 3%
Foundations, 5%
Other Donors, 2%
Corporate, 1%
Civic / Faith Based, 1%
FY13 Financial Accomplishments Ended FY 2013 with a small surplus. At the beginning of the year, had budgeted to utilize FY 2012’s
surplus of $29,750 in current year to meet expenses. Due to successful fundraising detailed below and cost containment, this was not necessary and SafePath ended the year in the black.
Increased grant funding in a highly competitive environment. Due to successful grant proposals, received $87,000 additional funding over prior year.
Highly successful fundraising event “Good Eatin’ Great Cause” as well as another great year for Hearing Children’s Voices resulted in a $80,000 increase in special event income over previous year. Successful annual appeal fundraiser resulted in a $16,000 increase over prior year.
Awarded grants for improvement in program services through a Spanish-speaking therapist and a second Child & Family Aide (grantor: Hedge Funds Care). Received grant funding toward new Assistant Director position.
Increase in overall contributions of $21,000 from foundations, individuals and other donors.
Excellent audit with new audit firm, Mauldin & Jenkins, who gave an unqualified opinion on the financial statements. They presented a great report to the Board of Directors on SafePath’s financial policies and procedures.
In Perspective
Nonprofit organizations measure their success by the good they do for the community.
Fulfilling their mission is the bottom line.
Balancing the budget and managing the finances makes the program possible.
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Denise Entrican Intervention Support Specialist
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•Manage statistical grant reports including the
•case tracking system
•Coordinates weekly MDT case review, monthly MDT
•in-service trainings and monthly MDT peer review
•Provides supervision to the Child & Family Aide and
Child & Family Advocate
Serving Children….. Crisis Services: Intervention, Assessment and Treatment
Forensic Services: Interviews and Evaluations
Mental Health Services: Evaluations, Examinations, Individual
Counseling
Medical Services: Examinations, Evaluations and Referrals
Advocacy Services: Family, Child, & Court Services
Judicial Services: Expert testimony in the courts
Case Tracking Services: Collection & Maintenance of Appropriate
Data in a Central Location
Training Services: for Private, Public and Community Partners
Prevention Services: Education and Prevention provided to our
Private, Public and Community Partners
Child Client Demographics
SafePath’s purpose is to stress the
coordination of intervention,
investigation, and treatment services by
bringing together professionals and
agencies as a multi-disciplinary team to
create a child-friendly approach to
alleged child sexual and severe physical
abuse cases.
SafePath Partner Agencies:
Cobb County Police Department
Marietta Police Department
Smyrna Police Department
Kennesaw Police Department
Acworth Police Department
Austell Police Department
Powder Springs Police Department
Cobb County Department of Family and Children Services
Cobb County District Attorney’s Office
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Female66%
Male34%
Gender
0-6 Years24%
7-12 Years40%
13-18 Years36%
Age
African American
39%
Caucasian40%
Hispanic14%
Other7%
Ethnicity
Our greatest asset to the community is facilitating in
breaking the cycle of abuse by providing a safe, child-
friendly and centralized location for the following
services:
Specialized Forensic Interviews and Evaluations
Crisis Intervention
Mental Health Assessments, Individual and Group Therapy
Collaborative Case Review
Victim Assistance Services
Medical Examinations and Referrals
Training Provided to Private, Public and Community Partners
Prevention and Education Provided to Private, Public and
Community Partners
SafePath Services
Primary Services Provided:
Forensic Interviews Conducted 710
Forensic Evaluations Conducted 25
Children Referred for Therapy 141
Sexual Abuse72%
Physical Abuse21%
Domestic Violence
4%
Other3%
Types of Abuse
Parent26%
Step-Parent5%
Parent's Boy/Girlfriend
7%
Other Relative19%
Other Known Person
36%
Stranger7%
Relationship of Perpetrator to Victim
*Report reflects fiscal year October 1st through September 30th
Existing Victims and Non-Offending Caregivers that received a SafePath Service 257 325
New Child Victims and Non-Offending Caregivers beginning of fiscal year 1,150 1,098
New Children between ages birth to 18 years 810 787
Total New and Existing Individuals Served 1,407 1,423
Total Units of Services Provided - As defined by VOCA services definitions 7,709 7,804
2012 2013
Annual FY 2012 Client & Services Report
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2012 2013
257 325
1,150 1,098
810 787
1,407 1,423
7,709 7,804 Existing Victims and Non-Offending Caregivers thatreceived a SafePath Service
New Child Victims and Non-Offending Caregivers beginningof fiscal year
New Children between agesbirth to 18 years
Total New and ExistingIndividuals Served
Total Units of ServicesProvided - As defined by VOCAservices definitions
Annual FY 2013 Client & Services Report
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Derita SwannClinical Specialist
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Supervises Clinical & Forensic Programs
Supervises Graduate Clinical Internship Program
Provides Direct Therapy & Forensic Services
Coordinates Clinical Trainings
Forensic Services
Goal:
To stress the coordination of intervention,
investigation, and treatment services by bringing
together professionals and agencies as a multi-
disciplinary team to create a child-friendly approach
to alleged child sexual and severe physical abuse
cases.
Forensic Interview
The purpose of a forensic interview is to gather
factual information from a child or adolescent in an
objective and developmentally sensitive manner
once allegations of abuse have been made.
Forensic professionals are specially trained and
employ a nationally recognized protocol to gather
pertinent information in a neutral, non-leading
manner while taking into account the child or
adolescent’s emotional needs and developmental
level.
Emphasis is placed on the child’s comfort level,
conducting a minimal number of interviews, and
conducting the interview in a child friendly
environment.
The forensic interview allows for all of the
investigating parties involved (law enforcement, child
protective services, etc.) to assess for safety issues
and possible criminal violations.
Forensic Evaluation
The forensic evaluation was developed for children
who are unable to give clear information during the
initial investigative interview.
The purpose of the forensic evaluation is to
determine the likelihood of whether or not the child
has been abused and gather forensically sound
facts necessary for child protection and law
enforcement officials to understand what, if
anything, has happened.
The forensic evaluation allows the child to disclose
over time in a child friendly environment, assess
the extent and nature of the alleged abuse, and
gather information regarding the child's social and
behavioral functioning in order to make treatment
recommendations.
Forensic Services Provided:
Forensic Interviews Conducted 710
Forensic Evaluations Conducted 25
Forensic Evaluation Sessions 141
SafePath's team of Forensic Evaluators consists
of 2 licensed therapists specially trained in
forensic evaluation.
Clinical Services
Clinical Services:
• Individual Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Play Therapy
• Family Therapy
• Crisis Intervention
• Group Therapy for Children and Adolescents
• Non-offending Caregiver Psycho-Educational Group
• Forensic Evaluations
• Court School / Court Preparation
• Expert Court Testimony
• Assessment of Child or Adolescent’s
Level of psychological distress and functioning
Need for therapy
Type of therapy needed
• Referrals when needed for:
Medication consultations
Psychological evaluations
Offender programs for children and adolescents
Goal:
To help child victims of abuse and their non-offending
caregivers heal from trauma, restore their emotional
functioning, and offer hope for a positive and
productive adulthood through a comprehensive,
evidenced-based treatment approach.
Statistics: Oct. 1, 2012 - Sept. 30, 2013
Child Therapy Sessions 1067
Caregiver Support & Education Sessions 798
Crisis Counseling Session 289
Family Therapy Sessions 34
Forensic Evaluation Sessions 141
SafePath’s Clinical Team consists of: 1 Clinical
Specialist, 1 full-time Therapist, 1 part-time Spanish-
speaking therapist and 3 Graduate Interns.
OutcomesGoal:
To reduce the trauma to children by offering a comprehensive, professional and child-friendly approach to
allegations of child abuse.
The following two charts depict the pre-test and post-test comparison of client symptoms from two nationally
known assessment instruments— The Child Behavior Checklist which measures behavioral and emotional
problems and the Trauma Symptom Checklist which measures acute and chronic posttraumatic symptoms.
44464850525456586062
Child Behavior ChecklistAges 1½ - 5
Oct 1, 2012 - Sept 30, 2013
Pre-Test
Post-Test46
48
50
52
54
56
58
60
62
Child Behavior ChecklistAges 6 - 18
Oct 1, 2012 - Sept 30, 2013
Pre-Test
Post-Test0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
Trauma Symptom ChecklistAges 8 - 16
Oct 1, 2012 - Sept 30, 2013
Pre-Test
Post-Test
SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center Additional Team Members
Administrative Assistant
Child & Family Advocate
TherapistCommunity Program Assistant
Community Development Coordinator
Child & Family Aide Therapist Family & Child Aide
Assistant Director
Professional Education
Professional Training
SafePath offers clinical trainings that are focused on
educating mental health professionals in the field of
child trauma and treatment. Presenters at these
trainings are experienced leaders and clinicians in
the fields of child and adolescent trauma, research
and treatment. Participants include social workers,
counselors, psychologists and school counselors.
Flexibly Sequential Play Therapy (FSPT) A
Developmentally Sensitive Model of Trauma Treatment for Children presented by Paris Goodyear-
Brown, LCSW, RPT-S. This components-based model
demystifies play-based trauma treatment by outlining
the scope and sequence of trauma specific work with
children. Integrating nondirective and directive
approaches, this model provides a theoretical scaffold
at each point in treatment that supports the selective
use of play-based interventions while also
demonstrating the traumatized child's self-directed
use of the playroom to heal.
106 Participants
Legal Issues 101 is a workshop which provides
participants with an overview of current legal and
ethical issues commonly encountered with dealing
with children who are victims of abuse. Presenter was
Andrew Agatston an attorney who provided a wealth
of knowledge and experience. Participants include
social workers, counselors, psychologists, school
counselors, advocacy center staff, law enforcement,
and the Department of Family and Children’s
Services.
33 Participants
Community Education
Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children training
is a revolutionary sexual abuse prevention training
program that educates adults to prevent, recognize,
and respond responsibly to child sexual abuse and
motivates them to courageous take action. SafePath
is Cobb County’s leading Stewards of Children (SOC)
facilitator and has trained over 1,000 adults in the
program.
191Participants in FY13
Mandated Reporting Training
In response to increased requests for training
regarding the updates to Georgia’s Mandatory
Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect law, SafePath
partnered with the Cobb County Crimes Against
Children Unit to provide training on the new
mandates.
Prevention Education SafePath is committed to providing quality
education to the community for the prevention and
elimination of child abuse and neglect. Participants
include community members, professionals, and all
adults interested in protecting children.
SafePath has trained
over 1,000 adults in
Stewards of Children!
Community Education for Adults
SafePath’s It’s Time to Talk, an hour long educational
program, currently airs on the Cobb County Government
Access channel: TV23. The goal of the program is to
encourage adults to take the Darkness to Light
Stewards of Children training which empowers and
educates adults on how to better recognize, respond
and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.Broadcast Area:Cobb County & Atlanta Metropolitan
Tus Recursos Telemundo Atlanta-WKTB
SafePath partnered with Telemundo Atlanta to do a
special feature about the fears and challenges that often
hinder the Spanish speaking community from seeking
help when faced with child abuse.Broadcast area: Atlanta Metropolitan
Safety Education for Children
SafePath Safety Rules promoting child safety in a fun,
child-friendly and educational way. SafePath provides
“Rules for Safety” posters to the community and in FY
2013, SafePath’s safety rules were featured on Radio
Disney AM590 Atlanta 6-7 times daily.Broadcast area: Atlanta Metropolitan
Community Education & Awareness
Although child safety is solely the responsibility of adults,
SafePath’s Rules for Safety engage children in learning about safety in a fun
and educational way.
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Grant Volunteer Service Hours
Per Month FY 2013
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150
200
250
300
350
Oct
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MonthHours Per
MonthValue @ $12/hour
Monthly # of Volunteers
Oct-12 361 $4,332 8
Nov-12 265 $3,180 8
Dec-12 219 $2,628 9
Jan-13 268 $3,216 6
Feb-13 261 $3,132 7
Mar-13 244 $2,928 6
Apr-13 306 $3,672 5
May-13 192 $2,304 4
Jun-13 121 $1,452 4
Jul-13 7 $84 2
Aug-13 83 $996 7
Sep-13 136 $1,632 5
Grant Volunteer Cost Savings
Total 2,463 $ 29,556 71Average Number of Volunteers Per Month 5.91
Full Time Equivalent 1.18
Special Project Volunteers
Number of Volunteers
Total Hours
Value @ $12/hour
Special Events 127 578 $6,936
On-site Projects 17 70 $840
Off-site Projects 6 72 $864
Special Project Volunteer Total 150 720 $8,640
Additional Volunteer Cost Savings
Grant Volunteers Total 71 2,463 $ 29,556
Total Volunteer Cost Savings 221 3,183 $38,196
Goal SafePath conducts surveys on a quarterly basis to
evaluate the quality and effectiveness of its services.
Clients and multi-disciplinary team members are asked to provide feedback
regarding their experience, which SafePath uses to better improve its services.
Client Responses
“We were welcomed from the first visit and have always
been made to feel comfortable. Staff is extremely
professional and compassionate. We are very grateful for
the services we’ve received at SafePath!”
-SafePath Testimonial
Excellent 96.88%
Good 3.13%
Child-friendly Environment?
Excellent 80.54%
Good 19.46%
SafePath Services
Excellent 91.66%
Good 8.34%
SafePath Professionalism
“Everyone always has a warm smile and a soft voice.
That seems so simple but it makes such a big
difference in the comfort of those needing services.”
-SafePath Testimonial
Multi-disciplinary Team Responses
“SafePath continues to provide overall quality service to
the families and children they serve in their community.
It continues to be a pleasure to work with SafePath and
knowing the quality of care they provide families.”-Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
“Everyone has gone above & beyond to help me &
answer any questions that I have. The best, most
friendly staff.”-Powder Springs Police Department
Excellent 82.59%
Good 17.41%
SafePath Response
Excellent 82.59%
Good 17.41%
Overall Satisfaction
Excellent 80.92%
Good 19.08%
Helpfulness with Cases
Children’s Advocacy Center
Stroll Through
2013
Take a stroll down the SafePath…
Robert Snelson,President
Ed Lee
Itrellis Ross,Secretary
(not pictured)
Linda Rodriguez
2013 SafePath Board of DirectorsChildren are our future…
Leslie Gleisner Lori Patten James C. Taylor J. Cameron Tribble
Stephanie Nelson,Vice President
Jeffrey Krall,Treasurer
David Cole
PurposeThe purpose of the Community Council is to support and assist the Board of Directors in ensuring that SafePath Children’s Advocacy Center continues to meet it’s mission to reduce the trauma of alleged child
victims of abuse throughout intervention, investigation, prosecution and treatment.
Main ObjectiveTo support the organization and its board. To serve as public relations representatives, advocates, fundraisers, and/or liaisons between constituents and the organization. The Community Council also serves as the introductory stepping stones for possible future governing board members, and as an
avenue to have corporate community members involved in supporting SafePath.
Patti Agatston, Ph.D.Karen Baker
Otis Brumby IIIFrancey HakesNora Moulton
Skip MyersDeborah Pendergrass
Scott Phillips Michael Popkin, Ph.D.
Don PowellDiana Reock
Bryan StephensAnne Stuart, Committee Chair
Carole Templeman
It takes a whole community to make a difference SafePath’s Community Council
2013 Help for Children/Hedge Funds Care
Grantee Recipient
The YWCA of Northwest
Georgia presents the
Pat Head Dignity award to
Executive Director
Jinger Robins
Awards & Recognitions
2013 Cobb County
Friendship Club
Grantee Recipient
Nominated for the
2013 Cobb Co. Commission
& Cobb Community Relations Council
Creating Community Award
Received
Wells Fargo
Days of Giving
Grant
Executive Director Jinger Robins
Appointed to the
Governor’s Office for Children and
Families Constituency Council
Chosen as
LGE Community
Credit Union’s
Charity of Choice!
Participated in
Healthy Cobb
Initiative
Was chosen to host Stewards
2.0 Launch for
Darkness to Light
Who Walked the SafePath this year?
Amy Turner- Senator Isakson’s OfficeChicken and the Egg
Cobb County Friendship ClubCostco
Department of Juvenile JusticeGeorgia Power
Governor Office of Children & Families CSEC Task ForceHome Depot
Lockheed MartinMassage Envy
Jack Forsyth,Cobb Co. Public Safety Director
Dr. Emily Lembeck,Marietta City Schools
Superintendent
Dr. Michael HinojosaCobb Co. Schools Superintendent
Cumberland Diamond Exchange, Holly Reynolds,
and Mrs. Geter
Mop DogNelson Geter- Cobb County Chamber
Northwest OncologySanctuary Church
Stephanie V. Blank CenterTeague Foundation
United Community BankWells Fargo
WellStar Cobb Hospital Auxiliary Club
President,
Reynold Jennings
Anchor,
Jennifer Olmedillo
Willie Hopkins,Cobb Co. Support Services Director
12th Annual Hearing Children’s VoicesHonoring Nickolas Smith
SafePath’s Good Eatin’ Great CauseDishes Up Another Great Success
SafePath Happenings! Partner with a Purpose celebrates its 2nd year with 14 sponsors!
FY 2013 Annual Appeal
More SafePath Happenings!
Participated in
California Pizza
Kitchen Fundraiser!
Participated
in
The Embassy
Suites
of Galleria’s
Festival of Trees Participated in Family Fun
Days at the Cobb County
Safety Village
Received funds from
Harry’s Farmers
Market 5% Day!
More SafePath Happenings!
2012
Gabbin with the Girls Tea
benefitting SafePath
Telemundo Atlanta highlights SafePath
in various news segments
Received donation from
Zaxby’s fundraiser
Partnered with TV23 to produce
“It’s Time to Talk”
Featured on
11Alive’s
This is Home…Marietta
Special Newscast!
Creating the Waiting Room Intake Room
Before After
Purpose: 1. Consultations – private area where caregivers & advocates can briefly
discuss the situation away from the children2. Phone booth –private area where caregivers can have discreet phone
conversations3. Internet accessibility – private desk available
Community Partnerships
SafePath Highlighted at
Primrose School of Wade Green’s
Spring Fling!
SafePath Highlighted at
Belk at Town Center’s Annual Kids Fest!
Junior League of Cobb Marietta
Community Partner
Chosen for
Leadership
Cobb’s
Community
Services Day
Donation from Aaron’s
“Giving Tree”
Participated in World Day featuring
Elizabeth Smart
Mom’s on a Mission
Donation
Community PartnershipsReceived donation from
Wal-Mart Grand Opening
Sundial Plumbing
assisted with transportation
of special event items
Featured at the Grand
Re-Opening
of Belk Town Center
Laurete Alpha Delta
Cobb County Tax Assessors
Toy Party
Beneficiary
“Safety
Rules Rule”
PSA’s
Thank you to
Junior League of Cobb Marietta
for furnishing our Tranquility Room!
Project
Linus
Volunteer Highlights
Susann Braden, volunteer
helping to keep up the
SafePath GardenMonthly donation of
birthday cake from
Peggy Cartee!
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Was Charity of Choice for
LGE Foundation Friday!
SafePath Community Holiday Open House
December 2012
Community Education and Awareness
Organizations that SafePath
trained in
Darkness to Light’s
Stewards of Children Training
21st Century Leaders
Acworth Pastor’s Association
Cobb County Juvenille Court
Cobb County Parks & Recreation
Cobb County School District
Cobb Community Services Board
Communities in Schools
Families First
Georgia Family Connection Partnership
Governor’s Office of Children & Families
High Point Christian Tabernacle
Walton Communities
Junior League of Cobb Marietta
Kennesaw State University
LGE Community Credit Union
Macland Baptist Church
Marietta City Schools
Moms on A Mission
SafePath Board of Directors
SafePath Community Council
Walton Adventure Center
Walton Communities
Weed & Seed City of Atlanta
WellStar Health System
Community Education and Awareness
Trainings Provided by SafePath
Paris Goodyear-Brown
LCSW, RPT-S
Flexibly Sequential Play
Therapy (FSPT):
A Developmentally Sensitive
Model for Trauma Treatment
with Children
Andrew Agatston JD
Legal Issues 101 and
More…
Legal & Ethical
Obligations
Safety Rules Rule
Celebration at the Cobb
County Safety Village
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Proclamation Presented to
SafePath declaring
April National Child Abuse
Prevention Month
Held Open Community
Darkness to Light Training
in April!
Thank you to Vanita Dauphinais for brightening
up our SafePath Garden! !
Rock and Birdhouse Painted by Vanita Dauphinais
Thank you to the Cobb Business Women’s Association
for making SafePath festive this holiday season!
Let’s see where the stroll will take
us next year…
The Journey Continues…New Board Members 2014
Lori Jackson Brown,
Belk
Robert Jackson,Balfour Beatty Construction
Lisa Olens,Georgia Power
Kevin Rogers, Wells Fargo