Teressa Johnes has been appointed to the Board of Directors at the Family Service Agency (FSA) of Santa Barbara County, also known as Santa Maria Valley Youth and Family Center and Guadalupe’s Little House By The Park.
Johnes has worked for local community service organizations since 1998. She held previous positions at First 5 Santa Barbara County and CommUnify, and has served on a number of local and state committees.
Johnes’ passion for children and families is demonstrated by her service and commitment to improving the systems that support them. She has been recognized for her work locally and at the state level and she is considered an expert in the field of family support.
Johnes was part of a state team that developed Standards of Quality for Family Support that have now gone nationally to more than 30 states. She was instrumental in the development of the local and state recognized Network of Family Resource Centers of Santa Barbara County.
Johnes retired in 2018, and currently co-chairs the statewide California Family Support Network, which she helped develop and is now under the California Family Resource Association.
“We’re excited to welcome Teressa as a new trustee,” said Lisa Brabo, FSA executive director. “With her experience in community and family support services, she will bring valuable insights and pertinent skills to our board.”
FSA is a nonprofit social service agency that has served the people of Santa Barbara County since 1899. FSA helps the community’s most vulnerable children, families and seniors meet their basic needs while addressing mental health needs.
All services are provided free or on a sliding fee/donation scale and no one is denied assistance because of an inability to pay. Visit fsacares.org or call 805-965-1001 for more information.