Bridget Foreman, Board President

As CALM’s new board president, I am in awe of the growth of this organization over the last 40 years.  From a single telephone and a dedicated band of women grew an accomplished, nationally-respected organization that reaches children and families throughout Santa Barbara County.

We have touched many families and each of them can share a story of healing, strength, and success.

Still, there is more to do.  While CALM has been recognized as a leader in the treatment and prevention of child abuse, we are not content with the status quo.  We continue to refine and improve our programs and practices to reach families and children more effectively, because we know that for every family and child who receives treatment, there are others still in need.  In the past year, we habe expanded and strengthened our collaborations with other agencies.  We continue to disseminate our research and methods at conferences throughout the state of California and the nation.

CALM has a strong foundation on which to build.  This past year we formed a Past Presidents Council to celebrate, learn from, and thank our past board Presidents.  We are creating a North County Advisory Board to advise and assist us in addressing these communities’ unique needs with CALM’s proven methods.  We are optimizing our administrative and operational infrastructure so that more time is spent addressing the crucial needs of the children and families in the community we serve.

We are at a critical time of growth and we need your help.  With funding at all levels shrinking and the need for our services expanding, you can play a part in helping CALM reach vulnerable families.  Join us by making a financial contribution or by volunteering.  We appreciate your participation on our Board of Trustees, in our Auxiliary and our committees as well.

We look forward to a day when we live in a world without child abuse.  We know it is possible — with your help.

Bridget Foreman
Board President