ALL FRED FINCH NEWS

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, conversations around mental health continue far beyond the month of May. Across the communities we serve, barriers to care remain one of the most significant challenges preventing youth, families, and individuals from accessing the support they need — whether due to stigma, financial hardship, cultural expectations, or systemic inequities. For Jennifer Jimenez Wong, Program Director for Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) S

Our Interim CEO Laura McClarin was recently featured on Good Business San Diego to discuss Fred Finch’s 130+ year legacy of serving children, youth, and families across California. “By partnering with communities, counties, schools, and healthcare organizations, we’re able to expand programs that truly benefit children, youth, and families because that is so core to our mission.” — Laura McClarin During the interview, Laura shared how Fred Finch has evolved from its beginning

Oakland – Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (Fred Finch) announced today that David Channer will become the agency’s next chief executive officer effective July 20, 2026. David takes the helm from Tom Alexander who retired in April. “David is an excellent addition to the Fred Finch team,” said Lacy Vong, Chair of the Fred Finch board. “The Board conducted an extensive search to find the next leader to continue the organization’s 135 years of excellent mental and behavioral

“Adelante” means moving forward—and that’s exactly what our Fred Finch Center for Autism Research Evaluation and Service (CARES) has been doing in Imperial County. We’re proud to celebrate the successful completion of our Adelante program, a Spanish English bilingual Behavior Education and Skills Training (BEST) initiative designed to expand access to culturally responsive behavioral health services while creating meaningful career pathways for local community members. Wi

As Tom Alexander prepares to retire from his role as President & CEO of Fred Finch Youth & Family Services, we mark the close of an extraordinary chapter—one defined by leadership, compassion, and an unwavering belief in people. Over the past several months, staff, board members, family, and community partners gathered across Northern and Southern California to celebrate Tom. There was music, laughter, and a Beatles-themed spirit that felt fitting for someone who has spent hi