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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 Annual Report1 Jefferson County One Tenth of One Percent Tax Fund Evaluation: 2024 Annual Report Background: In the 2005 Washington State legislative session, Senator Hargrove passed the Omnibus Mental Health and Substance Abuse Reform Act SB 5763 to expand substance abuse and mental health treatment. The bill allows local governments to increase sales tax to improve local services. In 2005, Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners adopted this tax and established the Jefferson County Mental Health and Substance Abuse Sales Tax Advisory Committee to review community needs and local Requests for Proposals from vendors to provide mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Recipients submit quarterly reports to Jefferson County Public Health under contract to monitor and evaluate the impact of these funds. COVID-19 Pandemic and Mental Health Services: In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a stay-at-home order and subsequent restrictions that continued into 2021. These measures created barriers in receiving substance use and mental health treatment. In Jefferson County, treatment became limited due to restrictions on non-COVID health care and capacity. When possible, services transitioned to video or telehealth. Moreover, the pandemic and the resulting consequences continues to impact the mental health of much of the population and increase the need for mental and substance use services. Table 1: Annual Count of Unduplicated Individuals Served (Not Available Prior to 2013) Please note that while counts are unduplicated by program, individuals could have accessed multiple programs. Funding Priority Project 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Early Intervention Individual Counseling with a Family Component (ICFC) --- --- --- --- --- 5 7 4 17 39 20 11 Jumping Mouse: Caregivers 103 174 179 152 156 169 157 129 128 149 129 150 Jumping Mouse: Kids 73 113 137 125 122 124 109 96 94 116 101 116 Jumping Mouse (Brinnon): Caregivers --- --- --- --- --- 4 7 11 14 12 18 14 Jumping Mouse (Brinnon): Kids --- --- --- --- --- 4 6 9 11 10 14 12 Jumping Mouse (Chimacum): Caregivers --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 21 13 Jumping Mouse (Chimacum): Kids --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 14 8 Nurse Family Partnership 54 66 58 62 60 64 54 33 22 21 31 43 Pfeiffer House --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 3 11 7 8 The Benji Project --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 162 100 Transformations by Olympic Angels --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 17 23 School-Based Mental Health 132 180 145 192 243 187 255 156 131 144 207 128 Treatment Recovery Café --- --- --- --- --- --- 11 45 109 130 147 75 Jail/Courts Behavioral Health Court --- --- 32 38 31 33 26 29 20 24 29 19 Believe in Recovery --- --- --- --- --- --- 136 102 104 126 109 95 Believe in Recovery Mobile Unit --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 27 27 Fire CARES --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 369 520 Drug Court --- --- 57 60 54 52 55 35 27 25 26 32 Family Therapeutic Court --- --- 3 7 4 5 4 5 3 3 3 1 Housing Discovery Behavioral Health Transitional Housing --- --- --- --- --- 6 6 4 4 3 5 9 OlyCap Housing --- --- --- --- --- 12 46 43 28 27 51 47 Total 1451 2 Table 2: Jefferson County One Tenth of One Percent Program Budget Figure 1: Zip Codes of Individuals Served Programs provided zip codes for individuals served. Of those individuals’ zip codes provided, most individuals reported living in 98368 (54%) followed by 98339 (18%). In addition, 2% of individuals served reported being homeless at some point during their services. Programs reported overall only 2% of individuals served as living outside of Jefferson County. These numbers are not unduplicated across programs. Funding Priority Project 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Early Intervention Jefferson County Juvenile and Family Court - - - - - $2,910 $11,500 $5,110 $680 $4,730 $10,000 $10,000 Jumping Mouse $24,000 $30,000 $27,550 $27,570 $70,125 $84,327 $79,000 $79,000 $78,999 $97,478 $127,063 $127,063 Jumping Mouse (Brinnon) - - - - - $12,186 $32,424 $32,424 $34,505 $46,170 $41,745 $41,745 Jumping Mouse (Chimacum) - - - - - - - - - - $38,351 $38,351 Nurse Family Partnership $25,900 $31,740 $29,170 $29,169 $42,121 $49,227 $64,428 $54,720 $64,000 $74,883 $67,045 $67,055 Pfeiffer House - - - - - - - - $0 $21,020 $22,248 $22,248 The Benji Project - - - - - - - - - - $24,708 $24,708 Transformations by Olympic Angels - - - - - - - - - - $15,000 $15,000 School-Based Mental Health $59,339 $65,000 $55,717 $51,983 $83,248 $63,372 $72,481 $68,205 $42,711 $97,555 $114,853 $164,853 Treatment Recovery Café - - - - - - $45,000 $45,000 $43,984 $55,525 $93,094 $93,094 Jail/Courts Combined Therapeutic Courts - - $35,754 $37,108 $91,329 $95,173 $98,751 $82,835 $71,194 $107,001 $200,000 $200,000 Believe in Recovery - - - - - - $32,000 $31,994 $32,000 $39,485 $35,743 $35,743 Believe in Recovery Mobile Unit - - - - - - - - - - $43,472 $43,472 Fire CARES - - - - - - - - - - $50,000 $50,000 Police Navigator Program - - - - - - $55,000 $54,559 $54,796 $39,581 $67,200 $67,200 Housing Discovery Behavioral Health Transitional Housing - - - - - $23,642 $24,000 $18,900 $18,000 $18,000 $19,400 $19,400 OlyCap Housing - - - - - $19,078 $18,000 $16,185 $15,823 $14,695 $24,650 $24,650 Area of County Zip Code Count of Individuals Served Population % of Total Individuals Served by 1/10th Funds Port Townsend 98368 1276 14724 54% Port Hadlock - Irondale 98339 439 3326 18% Port Ludlow 98365 293 4528 12% Brinnon 98320 162 1250 7% Quilcene 98376 87 2044 4% Chimacum 98325 69 1848 3% Marrowstone 98358 49 924 2% 162 87 293 69 1267 439 49 3 2024 Annual Report: Jumping Mouse Children’s Center Program Description: Services to traumatized children who have directly impacted by a parent’s substance use disorder and/or mental illness; services also provided to the children’s caregivers. Jumping Mouse is reaching some of the most at-risk members of our community, preventing substance abuse and mental health problems before they begin. Summary of Narrative: The organization experienced staffing transitions early in the year but successfully rebuilt capacity by hiring new therapists and a Clinic Director, resulting in stabilized services across all locations. They strengthened community engagement through collaborations with schools, nonprofits, and a community summit, while also improving ADA accessibility. Strategic planning and partnerships are underway to ensure sustainable growth and expanded mental health support for children and families. Program Outcomes 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 80% of parents served successfully develop intended skills/behaviors of program 90% 90% 90% 95% 94% 94% 96% 100% 90% of children served successfully participate in therapy 85% 90% 87% 86% 94% 94% 96% 100% Top ACES in Child Clients 2022 2023 2024 Divorce/Separation Divorce/Separation Mental Illness at Home Mental Illness at Home Mental Illness at Home Divorce/Separation Alcohol/Drug Abuse Alcohol/Drug Abuse Alcohol/Drug Abuse Neglect: Emotional Neglect: Emotional Neglect: Emotional Domestic Violence Domestic Violence Abuse: Emotional 43% 28%28% 42% 25%20% 10%14%19% 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Percent of Child Clients with 6+ ACES 73 113 137 125 122 124 109 96 94 116 101 116 103 174 179 152 156 169 157 129 128 149 129 150 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total Individuals Served Unduplicated Kids Unduplicated Caregivers 29 124 146 600 715 600 569 662 634 549 714 543 617 391 3 32 55 185 274 231 186 211 195 187 148 115 132 57 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Average Number of Sessions per Quarter Child Sessions Caregiver Sessions 4 2024 Annual Report: Jumping Mouse Children’s Center Brinnon Program Description: Jumping Mouse has set up a satellite center in the Brinnon School District. Jumping Mouse provides weekly long-term therapy to children who attend Brinnon School District, provides support and education to parents/caregivers and teachers/staff of the children served. Summary of Narrative: The organization faced lower numbers early in the year due to therapist turnover but has since rebuilt capacity by hiring new therapists across all locations and appointing a new Clinic Director to strengthen leadership and staff development. They deepened community partnerships, particularly with the Brinnon School District, and expanded outreach through events and school collaborations. Strategic planning, new funding opportunities, and contin- ued staff growth are positioning the organization for stronger, more sustainable service delivery. Program Outcomes 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 80% of parents served successfully develop intended skills/behaviors of program 100% 100% 93% 100% 100% 100% 90% of children served successfully participate in therapy 100% 100% 91% 100% 100% 100% 4 6 9 11 10 14 12 4 7 11 14 12 18 14 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals Served Unduplicated Children Unduplicated Caregivers 32 46 74 61 51 41 9 10 16 10 10 11 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Average Number of Sessions per Quarter Child Sessions Caregiver Sessions 17% 11%13% 50% 43% 25% 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Percent of Child Clients with 6+ ACES Top ACES in Child Clients 2022 2023 2024 Divorce/Separation Divorce/Separation Mental Illness at Home Mental Illness at Home Mental Illness at Home Divorce/Separation Alcohol/Drug Abuse Alcohol/Drug Abuse Neglect: Emotional Neglect: Emotional Neglect: Emotional Abuse: Emotional - Abuse: Emotional Alcohol/Drug Abuse 5 2024 Annual Report: Jumping Mouse Children’s Center Chimacum Program Description: Jumping Mouse has set up a satellite center in the Brinnon School District. Jumping Mouse provides weekly long-term therapy to children who attend Brinnon School District, provides support and education to parents/caregivers and teachers/staff of the children served. Summary of Narrative: Jumping Mouse Chimacum was able to bring on a new Clinic Director and a new therapist. With strong leadership, new training opportunities, and positive feedback from families, Jumping Mouse Chimacum is optimistic about continued growth and our ability to meet community needs. The organization was also able to make ADA improvements to increase accessibility. Additionally, JMC’s board held a community summit that allowed them to build collaborative networks and better understand the needs of the community. Program Outcomes 2023 2024 80% of parents served successfully develop intended skills/behaviors of program 100% 100% 90% of children served successfully participate in therapy 100% 100% Top ACES in Child Clients 2023 2024 Divorce/Separation Mental Illness at Home Mental Illness at Home Neglect: Emotional Alcohol/Drug Abuse Divorce/Separation Abuse: Emotional Alcohol/Drug Abuse Neglect: Physical Domestic Violence 29% 46% 2023 2024 Percent of Clients with 6+ ACES 14 8 21 13 2023 2024 Individuals Served Unduplicated Children Unduplicated Caregivers 107 93 26 16 2023 2024 Average Number of Sessions Per Quarter Child Sessions Caregiver Sessions 6 2024 Annual Report: Nurse Family Partnership Program Description: A public health nurse (PHN) serves low-income first-time pregnant mothers with social/health indicators (recent personal history of substance use and/or mental illness) that increase the risk for poor outcomes for mother and infant. The public health nurse treats the mother using behavior change theory and motivational interviewing for quitting substances, preventing relapse, treating mental illness, and addressing intergenerational patterns within the family system. Summary of Narrative: The NFP team continues to see steady caseload growth across all three nurse home visitors, along with strong progress in referral tracking, engagement, enrollment, and client survey completion; based on current referrals, all caseloads are projected to be full around the new year. We are also strengthening outreach processes and community partnerships. Program Outcomes 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 75% of those referred to NFP Program are enrolled 35% 44% 71% 28% 72% 60% of families who no longer receive services due to program completion 100% 67% 75% 40% 57% 27 22 29 31 30 32 27 33 22 21 31 43 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Number of Families Served by Year 7 7 6 4 8 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Number of Families Who Successfully Completed Program 1 8 9 7 27 31 21 4 5 3 13 4 7 4 718232721 79 73 76 60 109 102 89 48 40 62 95 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Average Number of Visits per Quarter Attempted visit Completed visit 7 2024 Annual Report: School-Based Mental Health Program Description: Mental health professionals provide therapeutic services to students in the Port Townsend, Chimacum, Quilcene, and Brinnon School Districts. Consultations with school staff and other agencies are also provided for the students engaged in the program. Easy access to experienced profession- als with no financial burden to the family has proven its worth in high levels of participation at all four school sites. Brinnon Chimacum Port Townsend Blue Heron Quilcene Relationships Stress Anxiety Relationships Relationships Self-Esteem Anxiety Depression School Family Family Family Family Self Esteem Stress Stress Self-Esteem Stress Family Future Anxiety Depression Relationships Future Self Esteem Brinnon Chimacum Port Townsend Blue Heron Quilcene Anxiety Stress Anxiety Mental Health Mental Health Self-Esteem Self-Esteem Depression School Relationships Family Family Family Depression Family Relationships Anxiety Stress Self Esteem Stress Grief Relationships Relationships Anxiety Self Esteem Top Student Concerns Top Clinician Concerns 9 45 302519 0 50 100 150 2010 - 11 2011 - 12 2012 - 13 2013 - 14 2014 - 15 2015 - 16 2016 - 17 2017 - 18 2018 - 19 2019 - 20 2020 - 21 2021 - 22 2022 - 23 2023-24 2024-25 MH Clinic Users by Year Brinnon Chimacum Port Townsend Quilcene Blue Heron 428 498 287 127 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 2010 - 11 2011 - 12 2012 - 13 2013 - 14 2014 - 15 2015 - 16 2016 - 17 2017 - 18 2018 - 19 2019 - 20 2020 - 21 2021 - 22 2022 - 23 2023-24 2024-25 MH Clinic Visits by Year Brinnon Chimacum Port Townsend Quilcene Blue Heron 81 99 102 73 37 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 2009 - 10 2010 - 11 2011 - 12 2012 - 13 2013 - 14 2014 - 15 2015 - 16 2016 - 17 2017 - 18 2018 - 19 2019 - 20 2020 - 21 2021 - 22 2022 - 23 2023-24 2024-25 MH Clinic Days by Year Brinnon Chimacum Port Townsend Quilcene Blue Heron 8 2024 Annual Report: Dove House Recovery Cafe Program Description: A drug- and alcohol-free place where members can recover from mental illness, homelessness, domestic violence, addiction, and trauma. Summary of Narrative: Recovery Cafe saw strong engagement in their holiday programming, with shared rituals and activities helping Members practice prosocial skills that support long-term recovery. They also meaningful collaborations with community partners—such as Olympic Area Agency on Aging, outreach teams, and the Winter Welcoming Center—while navigating rising costs that required pausing our laundry voucher program as we seek sustainable funding solutions. Member feedback highlights how essential the Recovery Café community is for safety, connection, encouragement, and maintaining recovery. Program Outcomes 2022 2023 2024 Member visit the Recovery Café at least 12 times per quarter 11 visits per quarter 9 visits per quarter 8 visits per quarter Number of Recovery Circles increase over the year 84 (Q1) to 76 (Q4) 89(Q1) to 101 (Q4) 101 (Q1) to 139 (Q4) 75% of members attend at least one class in the school of Recovery 65% 79% 91% 50% of applicable members reported since joining the Recovery Café that their housing situation improved 46% 50% 79% 75% of members reported the Recovery Café increased their desire to be in recovery 100% 84% 80% 75% of members reported the Recovery Café improved their physical health 83% 100% 68% 75% of members reported the Recovery Café helped increase the amount of hope in their life 88% 75% 76% 80% of members report the RC helped to stabilize mental health in most recent quarterly member survey 86% 100% 87% 90% of members report feeling “somewhat”, “very”, or “extremely” connected to the RC community 57% 100% 86% 0 45 109 130 147 7517 105 286 346 386 466 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Enrolled Members and Recovery Circles by Year Enrolled Members Recovery Circles 41%42% 46% 38% 40% 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Percent of Members who Participated for at Least 6 Months 9 2024 Annual Report: Therapeutic Courts: Behavioral Health Court, Drug Court, and Family Therapeutic Court Program Description: The therapeutic courts serve the population who are involved with the criminal justice system and would likely be incarcerated. The therapeutic courts provide an opportunity for participants to work on their underlying issues, therefore reducing the jail population and is an essential element of restorative justice. Summary of Narrative: The Therapeutic Courts saw high enrollment and significant team development through attendance at the national AllRise conference. The courts expanded collaboration with partners like Jamestown Healing Clinic, and strengthened cross-department relationships to increase referrals and improve program outcomes. Graduates continue to demonstrate long-term success, and the Peer Support Specialist remains a key asset—providing hands-on support that enhances stability, housing, recovery engagement, and overall program impact. Behavioral Health Court 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals served 38 31 33 26 29 20 24 29 19 Graduates 5 6 10 1 6 1 6 4 3 Discharges 2 12 5 4 6 2 1 6 2 Drug Court 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals served 60 54 52 55 35 27 25 26 32 Graduates 16 12 6 14 15 8 3 4 5 Discharges 13 24 5 17 3 6 8 2 5 Family Therapeutic Court 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals served 7 4 5 4 5 3 3 3 1 Graduates 2 0 1 2 5 3 0 1 0 Discharges 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 17%19% 38% 21% 2%2%0% Less than 6 months 6-11 months 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 + years Length of Participation in Therpeutic Courts 32 38 31 33 26 29 20 24 29 17 57 60 54 62 55 35 27 25 26 27 3 7 4 5 4 5 3 3 3 1 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals Served by Therapeutic Court Behavioral Health Court Drug Court Family Therapeutic Court 2 28 17 8 4 30 2 MH Diagnosis MH and SUD SUD only SUD- alcohol SUD- opioid SUD- marijuana SUD- stimulant SUD- sedative SUD- hallucinogen SUD- 2 or more Clients with Mental Health (MH) diagnoses and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUD) 10 2024 Annual Report: Believe in Recovery Program Description: A chemical dependency professional (CDP) assesses subjects booked into jail for substance use disorder and/or withdrawal, provide services/referrals for inmates with substance abuse dependencies to Discovery Behavioral Health, Jefferson County Public Health, and the jail medical provider, coordinates care with Safe Harbor and the therapeutic courts, and assists with inmate placement into treatment programs. CDP actively recruits inmates with substance abuse issues to participate in a weekly case. Summary of Narrative: Believe in Recovery provided services and secure residential beds outside the jail for 54 individuals. The organization continued to work towards collaborating with other agencies and securing additional funding. They also assisted with helping individuals into residential inpatient treatment facilities. Program Outcomes 2022 2023 2024 100% of clients receive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) evaluations 100% 100% 100% Track percent of clients who were admitted into a residential program 72% 74% 66% 100% of clients who indicated need are admitted into an outpatient program 100% 100% 100% 100% of clients who indicated need are enrolled in medically assisted treatment 43% 85% 100% 80% of clients report satisfaction with program services at the end of services 100% 100% - 134 102 104 126 109 95 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals Served by Year 22% 60% 6%10% 29%31% 5%5% 19% 56% 5% 11% 24% 53% 6% 0% Jail Treatment- Inpatient Treatment- Outpatient Treatment- Refused Percent of Individuals who Left Services by Outcome 2021 2022 2023 2024 11 2024 Annual Report: Believe in Recovery Mobile Unit Program Description: Our services currently provide 4 out of 5 priority funding areas. The mobile services provide substance use disorder treatment services for individuals residing in and around Jefferson County. They also provide services in conjunction with those involved with therapeutic courts and substance use disorder assessment and referral services in the Jefferson County Jail. Additionally, they work with local law enforcement to provide field-based services in or- der to divert individuals from criminal justice involvement. Summary of Narrative: The Believe in Recovery Mobile Unit is doing well and continues to grow its presence in South County, connecting with more individuals and providing services to 27 people despite temporary disruptions from the Brinnon fire. Ongoing collaboration with other agencies ensures wraparound ser- vices, and efforts continue to secure additional funding to support and expand this work. Program Outcomes 2023 2024 100% of clients receive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) evaluations 100% 100% Track percent of clients who indicated need are admitted into a residential inpatient program 69% 82% Track percent of clients who were admitted into a residential inpatient program complete the program 67% 50% Track percent of clients who indicated need are admitted into an outpatient program 100% 100% Track percent of clients who indicated need into an outpatient program complete the program 32% 23% 27 27 2023 2024 Number of Individuals Served by the Mobile Clinic 132 50 74 122 39 87 Individual Counseling Session Case Management Sessions Transportation Number of Services Provided 2024 2023 12 2024 Annual Report: Believe in Recovery & Jefferson County Fire Department CARES Program Description: Fire CARES stands for community assistance, referral, and education service. Our services link primarily to the priority funding area of reducing the incidents and severity of substance use and/or mental health disorders, while improving the health status and well-being of Jefferson County resident. We facilitate this change by creating a multidisciplinary team, which includes partnering a firefighter/EMT trained in crisis intervention and a social worker. The team also includes a substance use disorder professional. The team can be dispatched by both fire and police to respond to behavioral health needs within the community. The CARES team helps navigate connection of services for community members that relate to ongoing medical issues, substance use disorder, mental health concerns, and home safety to reduce the number of non-emergent 911 calls. Summary of Narrative: CARES continues to be successful and grow, strengthening partnerships with community-based agencies to better connect community members to needed services. The CARES team made over 500 referrals with the majority resulting in connections, while continuing to seek additional funding and grant opportunities to sustain and expand its impact. 396 520 2023 2024 Number of Individuals Served 33 67 2023 2024 Number of Hospital Diversions 447 962 24 1037 778 637 24 1215 In-Person On Phone Response/Crisis Referral/Follow-Up Number of Contacts 2024 2023 13 2024 Annual Report: Discovery Behavioral Health Transitional Housing Program Description: Discovery Behavioral Healthcare provides transitional housing services for up to 10 Jefferson County citizens who are at immediate risk of or a continuing risk of psychiatric hospitalization, or who have been recently discharged from the hospital without a home. The following is provided: market rate rent for one apartment at Thomas Street Apartments, rent of one room at Bayside Hotel for an individual with severe mental illness who is currently homeless and overnight housing for up to 3 nights a month at Harborside Inn, for citizens needing immediate short-term housing. Summary of Narrative: This year saw significant progress on multiple individual stability plans, including improvements in medication management, SUD treatment, education and employment goals, family reunification, and successful collaboration with community partners to advance housing outcomes. Efforts resulted in two participants securing permanent housing and laid the groundwork for continued housing and sustainability successes. Program Outcomes 2022 2023 2024 Track percent of enrolled clients who successfully move to permanent housing 33% 29% 22% Track percent of DBH housing clients (enrolled for at least 12 months) who decreased number of relapse events compared to previous 6 months 50% 100% 100% Track percent of DBH housing clients who make progress on their stability plan 100% 100% 50% 6 6 4 4 3 5 9 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 Individuals Served by DBH Tranitional Housing 25% 50% 67% 83% 50%50% 25% 50%50% 25% 33%17% 100% 50% 25% 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 DBH Transitional Housing Discharge Outcomes Permanent Housing Jail Moved out of County Other Refused Services 14 2024 Annual Report: OlyCAP Housing Program Description: Olympic Community Action Program (OlyCAP) provides transitional housing at the Haines Street Cabins for individuals with substance use disorder or mental illness who are participating in therapeutic courts or who are discharged from jail or a hospital without a home. The 1/10th of 1% fund pays for the utilities at the cabins. Summary of Narrative: OlyCAP continues to collaborate with Believe in Recovery and Discovery Behavioral Health to provide transitional housing, case management, and coordinated services while undertaking sustainability and long-term property planning informed by recent assessments. Through these partnerships, OlyCAP has successfully transitioned two families into permanent supportive housing and continues working to best serve clients and plan for future needs. Program Outcomes 2023 2024 Track the number of clients who received case management from OlyCAP or partner organization 100% 80% Track number discharged to permanent housing 9 2 Track number of clients who were reunified with their children 1 0 41 46 43 28 17 51 47 31 29 21 18 23 29 42018201920202021202220232024 Total Clients and New Clients Served by OlyCAP Total Clients New Clients 56%56%55%40%38% 20%25% 12%20% 7%25% 20% 12%10% 20% 13% 4% 44% 24%15% 33%25% 60%71% 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Individuals Discharged by Outcome Permanent Housing Eviction Jail Other 15 2024 Annual Report: Individual Counseling with a Family Component Program Description: The Jefferson County Juvenile/Family Court’s Functional Family Therapy program provides early intervention programming for youth who are chronically truant due to family issues, substance use disorders and/or behavioral health challenges prior to formal court involvement. The program previously used (2023 and before) was Functional Family Therapy. Summary of Narrative: The program focused on rebuilding capacity after a therapist transition, finalizing new contracts, and shifting service models, resulting in steadier referrals, improved family-centered service options, and youth now scheduled to begin services in April. Through strong collaboration with schools and targeted use of funds for high-barrier families, the program is seeing meaningful outcomes and is positioned to expand impact in 2025 with increased funding and clearer referral pathways. Program Outcomes 2022 2023 2024 Program graduates demonstrate improvements in school attendance 100% 100% 100% 70% of individuals enrolled complete the program - 100% 73% Participants demonstrate a reduction in family conflict - 100% 100% 5 7 4 17 39 20 11 6 3 2 4 3 8 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Clients and Graduates Clients Graduates 100% 75% 100% 57% 100%100% 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Participants who Graduated within 12 Sessions 16 2024 Annual Report: Pfeiffer House Program Description: The Pfeiffer House supports individuals ages 18 – 24 who are in mental health and substance use disorder treatment through housing, case management, therapeutic coaching, and skill building. Summary of Narrative: Tenants in Pfeiffer House were prioritized for mental health services, with all who requested care successfully accommodated and most making clear progress toward their treatment goals through in-house and community providers. Strong collaboration with county and local partners supported medication management, employment efforts, and therapeutic success, while additional funding now allows the program to serve more clients and explore insurance billing options. Program Outcomes 2021 2022 2023 2024 Clients successfully maintain their lease - 64% 100% 100% Clients in therapeutic services attend at least one session per month 67% 80% 100% 82% Clients who leave Pfeiffer House will enter permanent housing - 100% 50% 100% Establish monthly meetings/group events for Pfeiffer House - Yes Yes Yes Clients attend their Target/Goal meetings - 83% 100% 86% 3 10 15 11 2021 2022 2023 2024 Number of Clients Engaged in Therapeutic Services 29 47 38 2022 2023 2024 Average Number of Therapeutic Service Sessions per Quarter 17 2024 Annual Report: Benji Project Program Description: Through school and community-based program, The Benji Project helps Jefferson County youth develop lifelong skills for stress management and emotional resilience. Their approach is based on the Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens program, which teaches core principles and practices that help teens respond to the challenges of these critical years with kindness and self-compassion. Backed by research, findings indicate increases in emotional well-being and greater resilience after taking the course. Summary of Narrative: Over the past year, we strengthened partnerships with organizations and educators across the community and expanded programming through new collaborations, including after-school programming at the Jefferson County Library and participation on the district Wellness Committee. Despite rescheduling a major fundraiser due to unforeseen circumstances, the annual campaign raised was a success, and targeted donor outreach is underway to bridge the delayed income. Program impact remains strong, reflected in meaningful student feedback and improved, developmentally appropriate data collection methods that better engage youth. Program Outcomes 2023 2024 80% of students say the practices they learned through the Benji Project sessions were useful 45% 57% 80% of students say they would recommend a Benji Project program to a friend 64% 50% Overall, students show improvement comparing pre and post-session surveys on self-ratings for self-compassion No 15.7 (pre) to 16.1 (post) 120 25 75 25 High School Midde School Number of Students Served 2023 2024 8 5 9 3 61 1 After School Sessions In-Class Sessions Pull Out Sessions Number of School Sessions 2024 2023 18 2024 Annual Report: Olympic Angels Program Description: Funding received from Jefferson County’s 2023-24 1/10th of 1% Sales Tax will go towards financing case management expenses to reduce negative impacts of mental health and substance abuse on outcomes for children and youth in foster care. Funds will support a portion of the cost of a new case manager to recruit, train, and manage volunteers from the community to engage in relationship building with children, youth, and their caregivers to promote placement stability, relational permanence, normalcy, and resiliency through our community-based prevention model. Summary of Narrative: This year involved significant leadership and staffing transitions, including case manager changes, yet program goals were met, transitions were smooth, and consistent support to youth and families continued. Mentors played a critical role in helping youth navigate complex mental health, placement, and life challenges by coordinating with caregivers, agencies, and crisis services to maintain stability and trust. Partnerships with funders and community organizations were strengthened, leading to expanded volunteer training in resilience-informed practices and new initiatives that reduce barriers to higher education and long-term success for vulnerable youth. Program Outcomes 2023 2024 4 Love Boxes created 4 4 4 Mentorships formed 4 1 17 11 8 15 Families Mentees Number of Individuals Served 2023 2024 4 4 2023 2024 Love Boxes Created