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Cover of Wraparound Connections Summer 2025 issue, available on page as download

Wraparound Connections
Summer 2025

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From the Director: A Future Fueled by Hope

Change brings challenges, but also hope. In her opening message, RCFFP director Nancy Hafer shares why the launch of High Fidelity Wraparound certification is more than new requirements—it’s a chance to strengthen consistency and ensure every family experiences the promise of High Fidelity Wraparound: A well-trained team consisting of parent partners, youth partners, facilitators and natural supports; Wraparound with voice, choice, healing and love.

Acronym Corner: The Aftercare ACL 25-47 / BHIN 25-027 is Here!

The new ACL/BHIN clarifies that any Wraparound provider contracted for Aftercare services must now be aligned with the newly revised Wraparound Standards and must demonstrate that alignment through the formal certification process. In this article, we'll decode some related acronyms, explore updated expectations and offer resources for additional support.

From Darkness to a Symbol of Hope

From foster care to college advocate, Michael Jayden’s journey is one of resilience, determination and hope. Discover how programs like LINC/Nextup and YEP helped him transform hardship into leadership—and how he’s now inspiring other foster youth to chase their dreams.

"We're moving forward in a healthy way."

RCFFP field consultant Lynne Jones recently sat down with Crystal, who was eager to share her story on how Wraparound provided her entire family with hope, support, resources, understanding, encouragement and tools to improve their lives.

Instructor Spotlight: Chevonna Gaylor

A powerhouse of knowledge, compassion and unyielding dedication to community healing with more than two decades of experience in mental health, trauma-informed care and Wraparound services, Chevonna Gaylor brings an unstoppable drive to her work, always guided by the belief that healing and growth should be accessible to all.

We Found Our Way

Once caught in a cycle of addiction, arrests and family separation, Robert has transformed his life through determination, sobriety and access to services. After losing custody of his children and battling methamphetamine use, he committed to recovery through inpatient treatment, parenting classes and court-ordered services. Now, with 15 years of sobriety, a strong marriage and two thriving teenage sons, Robert shares his story.

From the Director

 

Collectively, our nation is in a period of profound change. The word “uncertainty” is everywhere—used by scholars, media personalities, politicians, colleagues and friends alike. It has become shorthand for something deeper: a widespread sense of disorientation, transition and not quite knowing what comes next.

Wraparound: A Blessing in Disguise

Jesus and Cassie, along with their toddler Xavier, were proud to share their Wraparound journey with Lynne Jones, field consultant at the Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice. We are excited to uplift their story of resilience, courage, faith and hope.

Honoring Cheryl Treadwell

Cheryl’s wisdom, warmth and unyielding spirit will be deeply missed in the halls of social services, but her legacy is woven into the very fabric of child welfare. Though she now embarks on a well-earned retirement filled with hiking, family time and community service, her voice, her passion and her fight for equity will continue to inspire us all.

What About Baby?

In the Summer 2024 issue of Wraparound Connections, Jarred “Jay” Vermillion’s article, Aligning for Action: California's Wraparound Initiative Taking Flight to New Heights!, explored the history and future of California’s Wraparound Initiative. As a Wraparound Champion for the 0-5 population, I was especially struck by two statements in the piece that deeply resonated with my work.

Lost Without Translation

"Your ABA will be provided by an RBT under a BCBA per the IPP and IEP BIP." UMMMM, WHAAAATTT???

My Journey to Becoming a Parent Partner

Becoming a parent partner at Aspiranet Intensive Home-Based Services (IHBS) Wraparound in Visalia was not just my career choice, it was a part of my personal mission, rooted in my experiences navigating the often complex and overwhelming world of mental health care.

Strengthening Wraparound Through Collaboration: CDSS and the Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice

Our partnership exemplifies what is possible when agencies work together toward a shared goal. CDSS is proud to collaborate with RCFFP in providing the guidance, training and resources needed to ensure that Wraparound remains a strong, effective, and family-driven model of care in California.

Growing Out of Trauma

Growing up in the foster care system for six years before returning to my mother, I remember being scared, sad and angry. As a 7-year-old little girl yearning for love and comfort, I found myself surrounded by strangers, bouncing between foster homes and the Mary Graham Children's Shelter in French Camp, CA.