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) San Mateo and...

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 beginnings as an Oakland...

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 health services....