our 2013 Annual Report

Changing minds.
Changing lives.
2013
Annual Report
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CHANGING MINDS/
CHANGING LIVES
Dear Friends,
The research is startling: emotional health problems impair 10-14% of children from birth to age five.
Sadly, many families don’t understand how or where to get help.
Left untreated, mental health issues can lead to higher rates of violence, school dropout, family dysfunction, juvenile incarceration, chemical
dependency and unintentional injuries. Simply put, untreated mental health issues leads to a lifetime of missed opportunities.
At Lee Carlson Center, we have a 35 year history of providing easy access to affordable mental health services to people of all ages. We’re
especially proud of the work we do with young people. For children of all ages and as young as four, our agency offers psychiatry, counseling,
play therapy, and testing at our Fridley clinic.
Because many families lack the financial resources and have other barriers to getting mental health treatment, schools continue to be an important access point for services. We’re proud of our 20+ year partnership with the Centennial and Columbia Heights school districts offering
onsite mental health services for youth K-12. To build on this success , we applied for and were awarded state funding from the Minnesota
Department of Human Services. These dollars helped us launch a school-linked mental health program in both school districts. After setting
the groundwork in 2013, we officially launched the program in 2014.
Through collaboration with our clinic, the school linked services offer:
• mental health assessments and referrals
• individual, group and family therapy
• resources to help youth develop daily living and social skills
• assistance for families to help them understand and better navigate the
mental health system
This program increases accessibility for children and youth who are uninsured or underinsured and
improves outcomes for those with a mental health diagnosis.
Our mission remains clear. We are here to provide exceptional and affordable mental health care to
individuals and families in the communities we serve.
Thanks to our loyal clients and our valued staff. And, thanks to the many individuals, businesses,
civic groups, foundations, and county advocates who support our work.
Gratefully,
Kathy Samilo
Executive Director
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
For those struggling with mental
health issues
We continue to be the place in Anoka County where youth
and families can turn to get the help they need.
Thanks to our founder Lee Carlson and the groundwork she
laid, we continue to offer comprehensive mental health
services to 4,000 to 4,500 individuals and families each year.
At our Fridley clinic, we offer:
• individual counseling for all ages
• group therapy
• marriage & family counseling
• psychiatric services for children & adolescents
• psychological testing and assessments for all ages
Our team includes child and adolescent psychiatrists, and
therapists, as well as psychologists who focus on testing.
Lee Carlson Center remains one of the few providers in
the area to use an income based sliding fee scale for
individuals and families with inadequate insurance
and limited financial resources who reside in Anoka County.
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PROGRAMS & SERVICES
For families touched by
domestic violence:
Out of our Blaine satellite office, we provide a therapeutic-based
domestic abuse program.
It’s designed to treat the whole family – including men, women,
and the children involved in their lives. It remains the only
program of its kind in Anoka County.
The goal is to help all family members heal and move beyond
the violence, with a priority on creating a safe environment for
all who participate.
Participants learn how to:
• regulate their anger by learning how to manage stress
• effectively communicate with their spouse, partner
and children
• identify abusive behavior and how it impacts others
• set boundaries
• develop positive methods of self-expression
Professionally trained therapists facilitate the groups and also
work with individual clients. Most of the clients are referred
through the court system or through child protection, but some
clients do self-refer to get the help they need.
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PROGRAMS & SERVICES
For students struggling with
emotional and behavioral issues:
We treat all ages, but we’re best know for our work with youth.
65% of our clients are between the ages of 10-22.
In the Columbia Heights, Fridley, and Centennial school
districts we help more than 500 “at risk” students K-12 who
have been referred through prinicipals, counselors, or teachers.
Services vary from school-to-school and include:
• mental health assessments and referrals
• individual, group, and/or family therapy
• resources to help with daily living and social skills
• assistance for families to help them understand and navigate the mental health system
• collaboration between our psychiatric staff and school-based teams
Students can be seen at our Fridley clinic during school breaks.
All students and families have access to therapists during the
summer as well.
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PROGRAMS & SERVICES
For those living serious
psychiatric disorders:
Bridgeview, our drop-in center for adults living with serious and persistent
mental illness, opened its doors in 1984.
Adults living with serious and persistent mental illness often struggle
with the stigma of their diagnosis, causing them to isolate themselves
from others.
Bridgeview offers a setting that promotes social interaction, psychosocial
rehabilitation, and recovery from mental illness.
Members also have access to an extensive mental health library, nutrition
and wellness classes, drop-in time to socialize and eat lunch and enjoy
activities in the community.
Staff works closely with families, care providers, and community
organizations to assist with access to resources and services. Transportation
is free for Anoka County members.
Membership requires a diagnosis of serious and persistent mental illness.
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DEMOGRAPHICS
Who We Serve
In 2013, we provided mental health care to over 4,500 clients. Over 85% of our clients reside in Anoka County in the
communities listed below.
Clients served by community in Anoka County
COUNTY
Andover
Anoka
Bethel Blaine
Cedar
Centerville
Circle Pines
Columbia Heights
Coon Rapids
East Bethel
Fridley
Ham Lake
Hilltop
Lexington
Lino Lakes
Oak Grove
Ramsey
Spring Lake Park
St. Francis
#
283
285
7
506
11
10
44
435
1,280
22
514
118
6
12
64
14
172
76
7
COUNTY BREAKDOWN OF CLIENTS
Anoka
85%
Hennepin
12
Ramsey
2
Other
1
GENDER
Female
Male
54%
46
ETHNICITY
White
African American
Multi Racial
Asian
Hispanic
Native American
Not Known
%
63
12
5
5
12
2
1
AGES- although we serve all ages, 65% are
between the ages of 10-22
5 & younger
1%
6-9
5
10-14
12
15-17
19
18-22
34
23-54
23
55-64
4
65+
2
FINANCIALS
INCOME
Government and Schools
$ 894,086
Third Party Payments 867,780
United Way 112,800
Businesses, churches, individuals, payroll 107,090
deductions & foundation giving
Special events 30,021
In-kind contributions 23,452
________
EXPENSES
$2,035,229
Programs for clients
$1,760,721
Administration 271,211
Fundraising 63,050
________
$2,094,982
THANK YOU TO OUR LOYAL SUPPORTERS
We’re grateful to those listed below for their generous financial and in-kind support in 2013.
Individuals:
Alice DeVaughn
Allison De Camillis
Amanda Vickstrom
Angie Byland
Anna Bultman
Barb Sopp
Barbara & Gary Carlson
Becky Fink
Beth & Greg Halvorson
Betty Chevalier
Bill & Roseanne Burns
Bill & Suzanne Holm
Bill Huefner
Blaine Jones
Bonnie Coffey
Bonnie Hagen
Brad Sielaff
Brenda Verbick
Brian Putz
Bridget St. Martin
Caleea Kidder
Carol Hoiby
Charles & Cindy Tubbs
Charlie Koch
Chris Hasling
Chris Olson
Christina Owens
Cindy Cesare
Cindy Hansen
Cindy Lund
Colleen Vranish
Craig Malm
Cynthia Blesi
D.P. & M.W. Konrick
Dan & Amy Buchholtz
Dan Greeninger
Daniel Gourde
David Cossi
David Sabby
Dawn Klingman
Dawn Varholdt
Dawn Williams
Dean Sabby
Debbie Dahl
Debbie Kidder
Debra McPeck
Debra Miesen
Dolores Varichak
Don Betzold
Don Isle
Donna Bahls
Donna Schmitt
Dorreen Kloth
Dylan Warkentin
Ellen & Roger Raeker
Eric Carlson
Gary Carlson
Gary Clark
Gary Moen
Gayle Alexander
Gerri Bakun
Gerri Bakun
Greg Ackerman
Halyna Antonyshyn
Heidi Carlson
Helen Hartley
Helen Hartley
James & Barbara Saefke
James Glaser
Janet Loosen
Janice Anderson
Janice Golden
Jason Markuson
Jean Capra
Jeff Johnson
Jennifer Selzer
Jeremy Powers
Jerry & Carla Pederson
Jerry Soma
Jim Kordiak
Joan Vincento
Joanie Bushman
John Berg
Jolynn Erickson
Joseph Moen
Josh Lund
Joyce & Dick Lekang
Joyce Harris
Joyce Tollison
Judith Zimmerman
Julie Braastad
Karen Meyer
Karen Olson
Karen Siewert
Karen Siewert
Kathy & Myros Samilo
Katie Lindenfelzer
Kelly Spaulding
Kerry Juhl
Kim Verbrugge
Kris Johansen
Kristi Costa
Larry Mickelson
Laura Irwin-Schack
Laurie & Marty Halvorson
Layne & Danyel Otteson
Leann Patchen
Lesa Hermann
Linda Hanka
Linda Larson
Linda Seiferth
Lisa Baum
Lisa Linz-Jackson
Lois Church
Lori Rogers
Lyla Pagels
M.A. Makens
Maggie Chisholm
Malcom & Annette Mitchell
Mandy Meisner
Margaret Leibfried
Margo Rothenberger
Maria Davis
Mark Halvorson
Mark Peterson
Marlys Dunlap
Mary Clark
Mary Eggert
Maryanne Simonitsch & Greg Gersch
Maurice Holloman
Michael Ebert
Michael Ngo
Michelle Orlando
Mike Ruff
Myros Samilo
Nan Macdonald
Nancy Braastad
Nancy Carkhuff
Nicole Halabi
Nicole Swanson
Patty & Mark Halvorson
Paula DeSanto
Peter Boulger
Phil Gravel III
Rhoda Olsen
Rhonda Sivarjah
Richard Braastad
Robert Barnette
Roger Chamberlin
Ron Ackerman
Ryan Lorsung
Sandra Dyksman
Sandy Forrest
Sandy Quinn
Scott & Cindy Lund
Scott & Kathleen Hickok
Scott Hickok
Scott Lepak
Scott Lund
Scott Nadeau
Scott Schulte
Shirley Barnes
Sonia & Leonard Murphy
Steve & Vicki Klaers
Steve Liston
Steve Meacham
Sue Butler
Susan Fanucci
Susan Zoff
Tamara Schmitz
Ted Fischer
Teresa Gormley
Teresa Martin
Teresa Martin
Terri Wright
Thomas Wells
Tim Howe
Tony Palumbo
Vicki Langemo
Walt & Linda Fehst
Walt & Theresa Wysopal
Wendi & Todd Francisco
Gary & Linda Wax
Thomas Wells
Robyn West
Lori Wightman
Bradley Wise
Pam Wolf
David Woyke
Shelly Wright
Judith Zimmerman
Maureen Zinda
Gretchen Zunkel
BUSINESS – CORPORATIONS – OTHER NON
PROFITS AND PAYROLL DEDUCTION PROGRAMS
IN-KIND: CONSULTING – SERVICES –
ADVOCACY – PRODUCT DONATIONS
COLLABORATIONS, PARTNERSHIPS
AND AFFILIATIONS
Accenture
Allina Health
Allina Health Dollars for Doers program
Allstate Distribution
Anchor Bank NA Blaine
Barna, Guzy & Steffen Ltd.
BoB’s Produce Ranch
Braastad Electric
Capella Education Group
Carson, Clelland & Schreder
Coborn’s Incorporated
Dunn Brothers Fridley
FilmTec Corporation
Financial One Credit Union Columbia Heights
General Mills
Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich
Mary T., Inc.
Medtronic
Mental Wellness Campaign of Anoka County
Miesen’s Color Center
Northeast Bank Columbia Heights
Piper Jaffrey Employee Giving Program
Rasmussen Business College Blaine campus
Risdall Advertising
Sam’s Club Fridley
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Anoka County
U.S. Bancorp
UnitedHealth Group
University of Minnesota
Wells Fargo Community Support Program
Over $42,000 in in-kind support was
provided in 2013. Thank you!!!
Alexandra House
Allina Health Bridgeview Balance collaborative
Anoka Chamber of Commerce
Anoka County Adult Mental Health
Advisory Council
Anoka County Child Abuse Prevention Council
Anoka County Children and Family Council
Anoka County Children’s Advisory and Advocacy Council
Anoka County Violence Prevention Council
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Columbia Heights Police Department
Compassion Action Network of Anoka County
Corner House
Greater Twin Cities United Way
Head Start of Anoka and Washington Counties
Mental Wellness Campaign of Anoka County
Metro North Chamber of Commerce
North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce
Northwest Community Health Council
YIPA – Youth Intervention Program Association
CIVIC GROUPS – FAITH BASED –
COMMUNITY – SCHOOLS – GOV'T.
& OUTSIDE AGENCY
City of Andover
Community Development Block Grant
Fridley Lions
Fridley Middle School
Ham Lake Chamber of Commerce
The House of Hope Presbyterian Church – St. Paul
Independent School District #12, Centennial
Independent School District #13, Columbia Heights
Independent School District #14, Fridley
Kiwanis Club – N. Suburban, St. Paul
Kraus-Hartig Men’s Auxiliary
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
North Metro Chamber of Commerce
Spring Lake Park Lions
St. Paul Firefighters Local 21
MAJOR FUNDERS
ADA Access VSA Minnesota
Allina Health Community Connections
Allina Health Neighborhood Connections
Athwin Foundation
BNSF Railway
Corporate Commission of Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
EMC Publishers
Otto Bremer Foundation
Rose Fund at AMRTC
Warren Foundation
Wasie Foundation
Wells Fargo Leadership Foundation
AMRTC Auxiliary
Berger Storage & Handling
BIR Performance Driving School
BoB’s Produce Ranch
Bridgeview Artists
Chuck’s Carpet
Coborn’s Ramsey
Complete Design Interior Paint
Culver’s Coon Rapids
David Wellstone
Debbie Kidder
Don Betzold
DQ Corporate office
Dr. Henry Emmons
Ellen & Roger Raeker
Express Window Fashion
Geri Bakun
Gray Plant Mooty Law Firm
Harvest Support Center
HOM Furniture
John Pepper
Jon Charles Salon
Karla Triska & Eric Carlson
Kathy & Myros Samilo
Ken Barlow
Lori Kainulkanen
Lyla Pagels
Mary Jo Loftus
North Metro TV – Channel 15
Patty & Mark Halvorson
Pickle Park
Regency Beauty Instititue
Regis salons
Stacy Schmatz
Steve Lafollette
Strong Liquor Minnetopnka
Terri Arfi
Tony Palumbo
Two Stooges Fridley
2013 EVENT SPONSORS/PARTNERS
Allina Health
Anchor Bank N.A. Blaine
Barna, Guzy & Steffen Ltd.
Mary T., Inc.
Northeast Bank Columbia Heights
Rasmussen Business College Blaine
The Carlson family
The Halvorson family
The Kidder family
The Olsen family
The Samilo family
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Anoka County
VOLUNTEERS, COMMUNITY ADVOCATES,
INTERNS & BOARD MEMBERS
Over 4,400 hours of volunteer time were donated
through the kindness of the individuals and businesses listed below. Thank you!
Allison DeCamillis
Amber Chavez
Amber Fisher
Angela Rud
Angie Lauer
Anita Zurn
Anne Dillard
Annie Burns
Barbara Carlson
Ben Hayle
Ben Revier
Berger Storage & Handling
Bob Truechel
Brad Branham
Brian Chisholm
Brian Mules
Bridget St. Martin
Chris Wallin
Cindy Hansen
Claudia Wood
Coborn’s Ramsey
Craig Malm
Crystal Edstrom
Danika Klyve
David Wellstone
Dawn Strommen
Debbie Kidder
Diana Hoffman
DJ Moser
Don Abbott
Don Betzold
Donna Cantele
Dorothy Bienias
Ellen Raekers
Eric Carlson
Fantastik Sam’s
Gary Peterson
Gayle Wyant
Gerri Bakun
Gina Gershing
Gretchen Zunkel
Hannah Culbert
Heidi Carlson
Helen Hartley
James Stuart
Janet Raab
Jill Brown
Jill Ness
Joann Smith
Joel Hogheem
John Haigh
Joyce Lekang
Judy Lucas
Julie Braastad
Julie Smith
Karen Harmann
Karen Nippoldt
Karla Triska
Kathy Samilo
Katie Downing
Kayla Smith
Ken Barlow
Ken Mattson
Kim Olson
Kris Johannsen
Lakesha Craft
Laura Wallace
Leni Worth
Linda Fehst
Lisa Linz-Jackson
Lois Church
Lona Polling
Lori Anderson
Lori Kainulainen
Lori Reiners
Lyla Pagels
Mandy Meisner
Martha Weaver
Mary Sheehy
MaryBeth Siemback
Maurice Holloman
Melissa Morrison
Mike Schroer
Nan MacDonald
Nicole Duncan
Patty Halvorson
Paul Meunier
Rhonda Sivarajah
Robyn West
Sam’s Club Fridley
Scott Lund
Scott Nadeau
Scott Schulte
Shari Barmash
Sheri Bukkila
Stacy Schmatz
Steve Lafollette
Sue Butler
Susan Zeller
Tim Howe
Tony Erickson
Tony Paulmbo
Tonya Rowe
Two Stooges
Vivian Chu
Wendi Francisco
Yvonne Baker
We are dedicated to ensuring the accuracy
of our donor and volunteer information.
We apologize if we’ve omitted or
misspelled any names. Please contact
Patty at 763-230-7836 or email:
[email protected] to
provide updates or corrections.
2012 BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
Chairperson
Susan Butler
Retired Director of Special Education Anoka-Hennepin School District
Vice Chairperson
Tonya Rowe
Operational Risk Manager - Wells Fargo
Treasurer
Eric Carlson
School Psychologist/Administrative intern, Intermediate School District #287
Secretary
MaryBeth Siemback
Retired VP/Bank Manager – Anchor Bank NA
Board Member
Maurice Holloman
Executive VP – IMRIS
Board Member
Joel Wight Hoogheem
Senior Pastor – St. Phillip’s Lutheran Church Fridley
Board Member
Maurice Holloman
Executive Vice President
IMRIS
Board Member
Don Betzold
Attorney in private practice
Former Minnesota State Senator
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7954 University Ave. NE
Fridley, MN 55432
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Domestic Abuse Program
Human Services Building
1201 89th Ave., NE, Suite 375
Blaine, MN 55434
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763-783-4756 fax
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7920 University Ave. NE
Fridley, MN 55432
763-783-7440
763-780-0784 fax
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