Outcomes Report 2018-2019
Message from the Chair Options Community Services is strong and resilient in its commitment: To inspire hope and belonging for all. This year has again demonstrated the organization’s capacity to respond to community needs in a concerted, focused and resourceful fashion. Options has developed new and extended programs and services in the most critical areas of social need. It has been my pleasure to be part of the team. The OCS board and management value and exemplify diversity, integrity, collaborative commitment, excellence and resourcefulness. These core values will sustain its good work in the years ahead. Community needs, loneliness and growing inequality present an urgent challenge to the organization. It is critical that the organization continues to serve with efficiency and optimal effectiveness. Tim Beachy Board Chair
This is the last report I will write as Options Chair. I am grateful for my time as Chair and will continue to serve the Society as a Director.
I am pleased that Kamaljit Lehal has accepted the role of Chair. She has served on the Board faithfully for many years and she brings a strong advocate voice for Options services, experience in leadership and commitment to Options’ values.
I congratulate Christine Mohr, the Executive and Leadership Teams for bringing the expertise, values and commitments which make Options the best it can be.
Strategic challenges ahead include: Keeping the public engaged and supportive in Options’ work. The commitment to a vibrant public presence remains critical. Building on sustainable, collaborative programs and services success. Engaging in a wide range of partnerships must produce results that increase belonging for people. Sustaining legacy programs for children and families needs to be combined with innovation and change. Shifting community needs requires leadership in every corner. Developing more flexible and resilient technical and human infrastructure. This requires increased financial commitment. I have had the opportunity to chair the Board of Directors for the last six years. It is a privilege to work with a great group of committed Board Directors, Committee Chairs and the Executive Staff.
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