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Most of our programs are accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC). Programs not included are noted in their descriptions
SUCCESS STORIES


🚲 Community Collaboration in Action: How One Bike is Making a Big Impact
At Fred Finch, we believe that meaningful change often begins with a single act of kindness—and a strong community behind it. One recent...
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💧Making Waves from the Ground Up — and the Top Down
A Mental Health Ice Bucket Challenge Story What started as one courageous act has become a powerful movement across Fred Finch. During...
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Building a Foundation I Never Had: A Story of Family, Healing, and Hope
Growing up without parents, I didn’t learn what most people take for granted—how to give affection, how to set boundaries, how to feel...
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“Time Will Unfreeze You”: A Mental Health Ice Bucket Challenge Story: Honoring Mental Health Awareness Month through Courage, Connection, and Cold Water
One of our participants, Aeris, turned a challenging moment into a ripple of awareness and connection when she invited Fred Finch staff...
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Jalen’s Journey: A Testament to Dedication and Transformation at Avalon Non-Public School
Avalon Non-Public School graduation Earlier this month, we celebrated the remarkable success of Jalen (a pseudonym), a young man who has...
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Meet Adrian: A Remarkable Transformation at Avalon Non-Public School
Avalon Non-Public School graduation At Avalon Non-Public School, we witness incredible stories of growth and resilience. Adrian’s journey...
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CHARA
When 21 year-old Chara learned that she was pregnant, she was addicted to methamphetamine. Driven by thoughts of the health of her future...
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VERONICA
By the time the Spanish-speaking Martinez family reached out to Alameda County Central Therapeutic Behavior Services, 9 year-old Veronica...
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JR
JR, at twelve years old, was in his 13th placement in nearly six years. He had lived in his present home for almost a year; the growing...
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DEE
Dee came to Fred Finch when she was 16 years old after multiple hospitalizations for self-injurious behavior. Abused and neglected by her...
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