Helping Tulsa’s homeless secure housing and treatment
Mark had struggled with mental illness for years, which led him to lose his job and his home. When Mark found himself in this situation, he was overwhelmed and knew…
Home-based older adults receive essential care during pandemic
Leah, once homeless, obtains an apartment through a local housing program and lives independently. It hasn’t always been easy. Melody, Leah’s Family & Children’s Services Tulsa Housing and Recovery Program (THARP) therapist, has helped her through some challenging times.…
Reaching families in rural communities, one iPad at a time
Michael and his family live in a rural northeast Oklahoma community. Due to the pandemic, his family had lost touch with Rose, a Family & Children’s Services specialist who had only been speaking to his parents via telephone. Because of the interruption, they are only…
Important Election Dates & Deadlines in Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Primary Election – June 30, 2020Get Election Reminders Early Voting: Jun 25, 2020 – Jun 27, 2020 (In-Person Absentee Voting: Not available) The BallotSee Ballot Sample Voting Absentee?1. Apply for…
Jennie celebrates sobriety thanks to teletherapy
COVID-19 is the enemy, which makes Jennie’s recovery more precarious. There are hurdles that make getting counseling harder, make getting human contact harder and make getting food, clothing and shelter harder. But conquering hurdles is…