THE VIRTUE CENTER
Building Hope, Connection & Community FY21 ANNUAL REPORT
The Virtue Center is a place of help and hope for people facing addiction and mental health challenges.
Our Vision is every person affected by addiction and mental health challenges will heal and thrive.
TVC Team: Adam Starr, Alayna Cornelius, Amber Prewitt, Blossom Crews, Caleb Klusmeyer, Claire Broyles, Connie Branch, Doug Richardson, Jennifer Nance, John Gilley, Kathy Young, Liz Richardson, Meghan Jansson, Nichelle Stewart, Rachael Winkles, Sarah West, Shelby Howland, Shayla Williams, Steve Nelson, Teresa Collado, Will Warner
TVC Board of Directors: Aaron Jaqua, Brittni McGill, Chris Moxley, Jan Astani, Jeanne Miller, Jenny Goodspeed, Josh Whittington, Lauren Schueler, Lauren Ottis, Shay Hinds, Stephen Link
Board members Jan Astani (left, with Teresa Collado, Executive Director) and Brittni McGill (right) doing their part to support The Virtue Center.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT Brittni McGill
The Virtue Center's mission is to provide help and hope for people facing addiction and mental health challenges. This mission has been executed in a variety of ways over this past fiscal year. Through The Virtue Center's engaged team, dynamic executive director and a clear vision detailed through its strategic plan, the commitment to the community has been unwavering. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown an even brighter light on the challenges of the systems caring for clients suffering from behavioral and mental health challenges. The exacerbation of the disease has further enhanced The Virtue Center's mission and desire to expand services in innovative ways.
Through board support and community collaboration, The Virtue Center has launched a capital campaign to provide a space that reflects the exceptional services provided. This space will provide clients with the dignity, respect and programmatic offerings they deserve as they travel the road to recovery. The Board of Directors and The Virtue Center leadership desire to multiply the effectiveness by expanding services and clients treated. Nimbleness is one of the of the many strengths of The Virtue Center. Accountability, high expectations and results drive nimble adjustments that keep the organization thriving. I look forward to the future progress.
100% of The Virtue Center Board of Directors made a financial contribution in FY21
This past year has been an opportunity for growth. We provided services in-person and virtually and will continue to offer the option of virtual services as we move forward.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Teresa Collado
Adding this option helped removed transportation and time barriers making treatment more accessible. Our team has been laser-focused on meeting the needs of people with courage to find recovery during this difficult time. In the midst of the pandemic, we launched our capital campaign to build a new trauma-informed design facility to better meet the needs of people and our community. This has been an opportunity to tell people about the important mission and services of our agency, and the response has been incredible. More people and organizations know about the important work we do and are willing to invest in truly life-saving programs. The synergy of our capital campaign cabinet has been awe-inspiring. We anticipate moving into our new building in the Fall of 2022 and could not have done it without this special group of people. We need all of your help to get there but we are well on our way. And lastly, this is an opportunity to Smash the Stigma! This has been our unofficial motto of the campaign. We are committed to smashing the stigma of addiction and other mental health challenges. These are not moral issues. It's about people suffering from a disease and having the opportunity to get better and healthy. No more shame. No more blame. We offer the dignity, hope, respect and compassion that all people deserve. Our new facility will reflect just that, and we will expand our services to reach even more people. Thank you to all who support our mission.
Building Hope, Connection & Community Capital Campaign
A New Home for Help & Hope This year we embarked on a capital fundraising campaign to build a new, 14,000 square foot facility to house the comprehensive treatment services provided by The Virtue Center. The new facility will: Allow us to reach more clients and provide additional services to support recovery Offer an expanded Intensive Outpatient program for clients with the highest need, allowing them to remain at home and employed while receiving services Help to decrease the stigma of addiction and mental illness
Learn more about the capital campaign at www.thevirtuecenter.org/capital-campaign-1
Capital Campaign Donors Mabee Foundation Chickasaw Nation Sarkeys Foundation E.L. & Thelma Gaylord Foundation Jann & Tom Knotts Le Tour de Vin - Norman Rotary Clubs Farzaneh Family Foundation Kimmell Foundation Scott & Carol Bauman Terra Verde Discovery School We Are One Foundation City of Norman CDBG Grant Johnson Controls Metro Appliance Warehouse Nextep Oklahoma Electric Cooperative & OEC Fiber Rees Associates, Inc. Dr. Vincent & Kim Montgomery
Armstrong Bank Brad Worster Chris & Laura Moxley First United Bank Gene F. Groff Jamie Belknap & Joe Hausknecht JoAnn Belknap Kathy & Jeff Nees Scott & Kathleen Shuler Su & Eddie Spencer Valliance Bank Blossom Crews & Farooq Karim Dr. Bryce & Vicki Dorrough Diana & Tim Hartley Jaci Williams Lynne Miller Hon. Michael Tupper & Family Teresa Collado & Byron Jackson Arvest Foundation The Bedenbaugh Family Caitlin Riley Jan S. & Faramarz Astani The Jaqua Family Jeanne M. Miller The McGill Family Mary Sherman Melissa & Matt Klink Sharon Bauman Stephen & Daneè Link Family Valir PACE
THE VIRTUE CENTER SERVED 1,633 INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN FY21 ""My relationship with my children is better, and I've learned that it's okay for me to remove people from my life who are not supportive of my sobriety. My life has definitely improved in all ways thanks to the help I've received from The Virtue Center."
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services measures client satisfaction. Here are our results compared to the state average: The Virtue Center
Oklahoma
General Satisfaction
96.88%
93.59%
Access to Service
100%
89.38%
Program Quality
95.83%
93.77%
Cultural Sensitivity
100%
92.48%
Social Connectedness
87.50%
83.16% *FY 2021 Results
Virtual & InPerson Services
26,190 Total Services Provided in FY21
Walk-In Screenings Individual, Group, Family Therapy Education & Prevention Intensive Outpatient Treatment Assessments & Individualized Treatment Plans Peer Support & Case Management Crisis Intervention Medically Assisted Treatment Clinic
943
New Clients Screened
""I'm going on nine months free of alcohol. My drivers license has been reinstated. I'm able to think more clearly and rationally now. I've learned so much and met great new people who support my sobriety."
In-Person Groups Resumed June 6, 2021
36%
of clients were selfreferred to The Virtue Center
An Adult Story of Hope
Brooke came to The Virtue Center for services while still actively using heroin. She had no employment or transportation and she was living with her sister who was also actively using. She began attending the Intensive Outpatient group and having weekly sessions with a therapist and a peer recovery support specialist. She initially determined that she would "fake her way through" treatment and then get back to her regular life, but as she participated in her program, something began to shift. She moved into a sober living program and started a part-time job. She started exercising regularly and using the tools she learned in therapy to change the way she thought and coped. Brooke flew through the next phases of her treatment. She recently began a full-time position with much higher pay. She has an apartment of her own and has regained custody of her three children. Brooke continues to attend therapy sessions at The Virtue Center where she is gaining powerful insights into her substance use disorder, learning to have patience and compassion for herself and developing a better understanding of her emotions. Her resilience has grown immensely as she continues to use tools gained in treatment to cope with challenges and remain sober.
100% 99% of Adult clients surveyed report improved family relationships
of Adult Clients Surveyed Report an Elimination or Reduction in Substance Use
97.9% of Adult clients surveyed report making positive life changes
84.2% of Adult clients received a 2nd service with 14 days of initial screening
46.4% of Clients Report Significant Trauma Symptoms in the Last 30 Days
Medically Assisted Treatment Clinic
This year, The Virtue Center, in collaboration with the National Center for Wellness & Recovery at Oklahoma State University, began offering medically assisted treatment for clients. There are some substance use disorders for which FDA approved medications will reduce the risk of overdose, help manage cravings and support long-term recovery; some medications may also help individuals struggling with problem gambling.
We Are Thankful for Our Volunteers
Volunteers from Johnson Controls completed many helpful tasks for United Way's Day of Caring.
A group of young volunteers from Norman Youth Soccer Association put together holiday baskets for clients. Volunteers from OU Phiotas International Student Community helped with clean-up inside and outside during OU's Big Event day of volunteerism.
199
Clients Received Services in our DOC Education Program
Our team teaches an educational substance abuse curriculum in five Oklahoma Department of Corrections facilities across the state. The curriculum-based group provides inmates with tools needed to continue their sobriety upon release. We provided services at the following facilities: Clara Waters Community Corrections Center James Crabtree Correctional Center Joseph Harp Correctional Center Lexington Assessment & Reception Center Mabel Bassett Correctional Center
Hope Ahead Podcast Launched "Hope Ahead" was launched on June 1, 2021. The podcast is hosted by our Peer Recovery Support Specialist, Caleb Klusmeyer, and Mental Health Advocate, Carol Bauman. The series examines the impact of addiction in our community. ""The podcast gives me hope for the future of mental health and substance use disorder treatment... the little things we can say and do to change the conversation and break the stigma."
143
Adolescents and their Families Received Services in FY21
Adolescent treatment plans include a combination of individual therapy, recovery support sessions, family therapy, case management, and group therapy, based on the needs of the individual. Some of our specific adolescent programs include: Cleveland County Juvenile Drug Court Norman and Noble Municipal Court Referrals Norman Public Schools Alternative to Suspension Addiction Information Series
45%
of Clients Score 4 or higher on Adverse Childhood Experiences Screening
"My therapist at The Virtue Center is the best. I trust her with anything!"
704 91% of Adolescent clients surveyed report an elimination or reduction in substance use
Sixth Graders in Norman Public Schools Participated in a Vaping Education Program
88% of Adolescent clients surveyed report improved family relationships
95% of Adolescent clients surveyed report making positive life changes
An Adolescent Story of Hope Greg graduated from Adolescent Treatment Court a few days before his 18th birthday with more than 200 days of sobriety. Growing up he saw himself as being a "nobody in life, alone and hopeless." He couldn't see a way out of his addiction. When he found out his girlfriend was expecting his baby, he discovered hope that things could be different. His therapist at The Virtue Center helped him learn better ways to deal with anger and to talk about his feelings. After graduation, Greg only had one thing in mind moving forward and accomplishing goals that would help him be successful and able to take care of his family. Now he is the one providing support for others as they seek sobriety. He encourages his friends and assures them that life is better without drugs.
"My child is thinking more positively about himself and has made a lot of positive life changes."
Family Education The Virtue Center offers a monthly Vaping Education Class. This class discusses the effects and dangers of vaping with adolescents and their parents or guardians. Adolescents and their parents can also attend Addiction Information Series. This series, which serves as the Alternative to Suspension program for Norman Public Schools, includes four classes and covers topics that include: Understanding substance abuse Substance abuse and the family Trauma and substance abuse Levels of treatment and options for care
FY 21 Statement of Financial Position Total Assets: $1,497,851
Total Liability and Net Assets: $1,079,978
Revenue Total: $1,808,468
Expense Total: $1,429,315
FY21 Net Income Total: $379,152
FY21 Annual Giving & Event Donors Donations of $1500 and Above Brinkley Family Foundation Chickasaw Community Bank Valir PACE
Donations of $1000 to $1499 Ideal Homes Keystone Labels Nancy Dequevedo Norman Regional Health System Rohit & Andrea Rai Tara & Kenny Koetter Sam & Lisa Talley
Donations of $750 to $999 Charger Steel Contractors First United Bank Jan S. Astani
Donations of $500 to $749 Aaron Jaqua Armstrong Bank BCPS Consultant Pharmacy Services Dental Design Studio Diana & Tim Hartley Doane Harrison Ed Hill Geraldine Mayes Global Land Partners Kathleen Milby Larry Pace Oklahoma Copier Solutions Oklahoma Electric Cooperative Robert & Anne Calvert Scissortail Roofing & Construction Seven S Foundation
Jill Hazeldine Jo Ann Pearce John Koons Alameda Church of Christ Karleene Smith Amy Million Kelly Forristall Ann & Hugh Benson Kimberly Shaw BancFirst Lauren Ottis Blossom Crews & Farooq Karim Lauren Schueler Brent Smith & Kim Oliver Smith LeAnne Burnett Calvert's Plant Interiors Lisa Linke Chris & Laura Moxley Maggie Jensen Citywide Mortgage Manuel Areyan Debra Copp Marilyn Friend Doctors Park Pharmacy Mary Morton Eide Bailly Melissa Klink Gabriel and Erica Bird Norman Pediatric Jeanne Miller Dentistry Jenni Smith Pam Greening Joe Gill Pamela Ballard Juli Hall Pat Broyles Metro Turf Paul Bell Professional Insurors Preston Hartman Rachel Stoddard Morris Rachel Cortest Sooner Valet Rhonda Williams Universal Insurance Agency Ron House Donations up to $249 Sara McFall Sarah Iselin Alice Stanton Sean Rieger Andy Reiger Shay Hinds Bob & Bj Dow Stan & Saundra Evans Carolyn Heck Stephen Link Cathy Paez Steve Hill Cheryl Selvey Tami Althoff Claire Broyles Tanya Choppy Curtis Gilley Taraneh Wilson Teresa Collado Daniel Sadler The McGill Family Deborah Jones The Whittington Family Deena Fisher Timothy Cartwright Don & Dot Adkins Timothy Simpson Elizabeth Barfield Tracy B. Foster Elizabeth Sneed Sparks USA Taekwondo Honorable Michael Tupper Centers Jacque Braun Vicki Maenza Jamie Belknap William Bynum Janell Cannicott William Guy Janet Corley William Roy Jenny Goodspeed Yvonne Kinsey
Donations of $250 to $499
Other Supporters Contributions Through United Way of Norman Anthony M. Francisco Brittni McGill Dana S. Anderson Diana England Erin L. Rosas Gareth Trevor Williams Gena Welborn Isaac Badayos Julie A. Moring Karen R. Sturtz Kelly Wells Kristina L. Bell Mary Thomas Melissa Simpson Klink Michele Loudenback Paige Wilkos Patricia M. Koonce Sharla Bruehl Steve Copeland Stephen Nelson Teresa C. Collado
Grants City of Norman Social and Voluntary Services Commission Norman Board of Realtors Philip Boyle Foundation United Way of Norman
In-Kind Donations A1 Pet Emporium Blossom Crews BOLD Multimedia BONE Dog Boutique and Self Service Dog Wash Branch Law Firm Brittni McGill Candy Castle & Popcorn Palace Cleveland County YMCA Dara Marie's Drift Therapeutic Spa Farooq Karim Fusion Fitness & Yoga Interurban Restaurant
Johnson Controls Melissa Klink Neighborhood Jam New Beginnings Al-Anon Group Norman's Pinot's Palette Norman Public Schools Norman's Cruise-In Auto Spa Red Effect Infrared Fitness Rudy's Scratch Kitchen & Cocktails Shall We Dance Sodexo Space Yoga Studio Stella Nova Steve & Betsey Nelson Summit Climbing, Yoga & Fitness Teresa Collado The Mont Tim Kenney Van's Pig Stands Volare Yellow Dog Coffee Company
Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion employee committee worked together to develop a statement for The Virtue Center. We are a dedicated team, continuously learning, with a purpose to create and advocate for a safe place where clients and staff are honored, respected and represented in an evolving system of inclusion, serving as an example for individuals and communities.
A Special Thank You to All of Our 12th Annual Breakfast with Santa Sponsors: Alameda Celebrate Recovery, Armstrong Bank, BancFirst, Betsy Nelson BCPS Consultant Pharmacy Services, Calvert's Plant Interiors, Charger Steel, Chickasaw Community Bank, Citywide Mortgage, Dental Design Studio, Doctors Park Pharmacy, Eide Bailly, First United Bank, Geraldine Mayes, Global Land Partners, Hugh & Ann Benson, Ideal Homes, Jim Ross, Keystone Labels, Larry Pace, Metro Turf, Million Wealth Management, Norman Regional Health System, Oklahoma Copier Solutions, Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Patrick Clark Real Estate, Professional Insurors, Riverwind Casino, Scissortail Roofing, Universal Insurance
The Virtue Center is supported in part by a grant from United Way of Norman and Funding from the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
The Virtue Center www.thevirtuecenter.org
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