The Guardian ad Litem Program newsletter recognizes incredible community partners in each edition.  Erica was selected as the GAL community partner for the most recent edition.  Please see the attached newsletter for Erica’s feature.  GAL Volunteer, Betsy Warner nominated Erica noting her attention to detail and spectacular staffing job.  Congratulations Erica!  Thank you for going above and beyond and recognizing the importance of working together!

“I would like to commend Quality Assurance Specialist Erica Mitchell on her Permanency Staffing reports. They are, by far, the best written, most fact filled synopsis of a case that I have ever read. I could tell that she took the time to research these cases and document ALL accurate pertinent facts and recommendations. This shows passion for her job. Well done Erica! I hope that I have the pleasure of working with you on all my cases for quite some time.”

Sincerely,

Holly Rodriguez, MSW, CPM
Circuit Director
20th Judicial Circuit – Fort Myers
Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, Glades, and Lee Counties

“Melanie and I just finished our annual Wyman recertification call. We are excited to report that we achieved full certification without any follow-up items. During our call, it was noted that we had more post-surveys completed than any of the other Wyman providers in the country! (And we are the only ones so far that are not on an action plan.) This is due to the great work and communication that Melanie continued to provide to our clubs after COVID hit. She was creative, informative, and kept our partners in the loop with ideas and updates!”

— K. Turcotte, Staff Development

“You ladies have done a great job despite COVID and you champion this wonderful Evidence Based Program wholeheartedly. Thanks for all you do!”

— N. Salim, CEO

“Children’s Network hosted its monthly QPI Leadership meeting via Zoom and I was very impressed by the huge turnout and the level of participation by foster and adoptive families.

One of our Board members, (Rebecca Hodge Snyder) attended the meeting and was instrumental in answering some legal questions that were asked by parents.

One of our foster parents, Mr. Chris L. gave a huge shout out and kudos to Jolene Smith O’Connor and Sarah Walker. He stated both ladies are professional, organized, and helpful and he appreciates the level of communication, information and support he receives from them.

It was great to hear the accolades from a foster parent in the presence of so many other families from various agencies.

Jolene and Sarah, I want to say Thank You for your great work and efforts in treating our foster families with respect and for providing a positive experience for them. You ladies made me proud of your work and I wanted to pass this along to others .”

— Nadereh Salim, CEO

We are pleased to congratulate Christopher Rossi for the completion of an extensive Peer Recovery training program and successfully passing the certification exam to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist through the Florida Certification Board. Christopher has dedicated his career to helping others on their journey to Recovery from substance misuse. He works in collaboration with our case management staff, community behavioral health providers, and parents to provide support and resources to strengthen families. Children’s Network and the families we serve are fortunate Christopher is a member of our team.

Congratulations Christopher!

“My name is Sabrina, I am a relative caregiver. I care for two of my great nieces and their baby brother. (Ages 3yrs, 2yrs and 3mths). I also adopted 3 other children whom are my nieces and nephew.  

Mrs. Brenda S. Salgado was assigned my caseworker. The reason I am writing this letter is to let you know how awesome Mrs. Salgado is.  From the very first day I met her I was having a lot of different situations going on with my case. I was getting no help from my case worker, no funds and I was very frustrated.  Mrs. Salgado came to my home for the very first time for a home visit. Right after she left my home she started sending out emails and making phone calls, she put me in contact with a different organization who could help me with things I needed to care for the children until I received help.

No matter when I called or emailed her she always answered and got on the situation right away. She never stopped until I got everything under control, she was diligent in following through with anything I needed. It took some time to solve all of my situation but she never gave up on me. She even did three-way conversation phone calls with me. 

I just wanted to let her supervisor know how much of a great job she has done. I really cannot say how much I appreciate everything she has done for me. I truly believe I would still be going through everything right now if it had not been for her. Mrs. Salgado is  not aware that I wrote this letter to you. I wrote this letter because I wanted you to know the great job has done and still doing.”

Thank you,

— Sabrina S.