Annual Report 2015 Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind

THERAPEUTIC LIVING CENTERS FOR THE BLIND

7915 Lindley AvenueReseda, CA 91335

(818) 708-1740(818)708-7899 (fax)www.tlc4blind.org

TLC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Joel Ravitz, President

Zane Alsabery, Vice President

Larry Barzman, Treasurer

April Meadow, Secretary

Murray Heltzer

Hal Lampert

Nick Nagatani

Chris Rohan

Joan Schulman

Bill Takeshita, FAAO, FCOVD

Jane Vogel, MA

Ronnie Willett

Maurice T. Zagha, MD

Andrea Zeller

TLC FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Andrea Zeller, Foundation President

Hal Lampert, Foundation Trustee

Joan Schulman, Foundation Trustee

FOUNDERS

Seymour Pearlman

Bernice Pearlman

ADMINISTRATIONCyndi McAuley, Executive DirectorGail Peters, Development Director

Charles Muchina, Residential DirectorDiana Dennis, Children’s Programs Director

Rhonda Bunnin, Day Program DirectorVioleta Marquez, Human Resources Manager

Sandy Fox, Nursing SupervisorVirgie Ramirez, Controller

Rian McKinnon, Facilities Manager

Dear TLC Family and FriendsIt is my pleasure to present Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind’s annual report to our stakeholder community. In Fiscal Year 2014-15, we experienced the culmination of a years-long dream to build a Children’s Center, Accessible Playground and Inclusive Preschool on the southern end of our 2-acre campus on Lindley Avenue. Obtaining the certificate of occupancy from the Dept. of Building and Safety gave us the permission to take a deep breath! We realized the final matching funds to a $3.2m grant that had been entrusted to us back in 2007. We plan to have Family Groups assembled on the happy playground and surrounding spaces. Some of the best learning we’ve witnessed is the way families gain knowledge from each other as they regularly get together… with tears and laughter, too!

So much of our work is government supported, yet governmental pressures seem to push hard in the opposite direction than where our mission leads. It is necessary to ask our constituencies to raise their voices whenever legislators have key budget votes in California’s statehouse; that is what we have done again this year. Despite funding challenges, our talented staff continued to innovate with popular braille and pre-braille classes, and expanded music therapy sessions for our Support Center participants. We gave our residents memorable experiences such as trips to camp, holiday celebra-tions, and opportunities to perform for appreciative audiences.

When we turned 40 in June of 2015, we thanked the hundreds of families who supported our 40th year by volunteering and attending our block-long Birthday Party and donating to TLC’s cause to serve people across the lifespan and for a lifetime.

We are deeply grateful to our friends at the Los Angeles Mid-Valley Lions Club who are our partners in expanding our free vision screening program. Together, we are regularly out in the community at health fairs, children’s expos, farmers' markets and city celebrations to offer this service to families.

Last but not least, thanks to the donors who joined the Forty for Forty Campaign for TLC’s future. You found a way to contribute forty dollars (or more!) in recognition of our first 40 years. Many families donated for the first time. Key families reached deep to make significant gifts. With your continued support, the next 40 years will be even more magnificent for the individuals we serve and we can see this happening!

Cyndi McAuleyExecutive Director

Mission Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind (TLC)

is dedicated to caring for the lifetime needs of people challenged by developmental

disabilities and blindness.

VisionTLC believes in the value of each individual and strives

to improve the physical, emotional, social, and educational lives of its clients such that they are able to achieve their full potential.

HistoryFounded in 1975 by a small group of dedicated parents,

TLC became California’s first residential program to serve individuals with multiple disabilities and visual impairments. Prior to TLC, there were few options and very little support. TLC has grown significantly since its humble beginnings and now provides day, residential and early intervention services

to more than 300 individuals and their families.

Early Intervention Program (EIP)Birth to 5 years of ageEIP began with the goal of providing essential services to infants and toddlers with developmental disability and/or visual impairment in their homes. We expanded to providing therapy sessions at our new Keck Center, which opened this year and which houses a lending library, therapy rooms, motor lab, commu-nity gathering space, and accessible playground. EIP staff of professional therapists, child development and vision interventionists continue to work closely with the families who appreciate how our team of specialists navigate the therapeutic options available to their children and them.Families Served: 96

Inclusive Preschool and Center Based EIP3 to 5 years of age The newest service in our delivery system is the Inclusive Preschool for 3-to-5 year old children with developmental disabilities and/or visual impairment. Its “inclusive” description fits the welcome afforded to typically developing 3 year-olds who seek a diverse and innovative preschool education in our neigh-borhood. The Center-Based EIP is held in the Children’s Center three days a week for toddlers 18 months to 3 years of age, along with their parent or primary caregiver. Children gain readiness for preschool through developmental playtimes with other little ones and the adults who love them.Families Served: 20

Children’s After-School Program5 to 17 years of ageThis program is specifically designed to provide a supportive, recreational and nurturing environment for students between the ages of 5 and 17 who are challenged with devel-opmental disabilities and visual impairments. Schools transport CASP participants at the end of the day to our social-recreational program. It engages students in activities that are enjoyable while fostering socialization and education, includ-ing time for homework, arts & crafts, field trips, sports, year-round swimming, computer lab, and interactive learning. Families Served: 9

Programs Saturday and Adult After-School ProgramAdultsThis program provides year-round after-school and Saturday respite for families. Individuals over the age of 18 attend and participate in a wide variety of activities specifically designed to promote social and recreational needs. Participants enjoy activities that include crafts, sports, community outings, swimming, computer activities and music. The program also operates during sea-sonal breaks, as well as most holidays.Families Served: 35

Residential ProgramAdults and Seniors This program is the heart of our organization and was the impetus for our founding. We’ve grown to a total of 12 nurturing homes that provide a supportive and engaging environment for our residents. Our caregivers, residents, and inter-disciplinary professionals work in concert. Programming is delivered via an Individualized Service Plan. TLC’s residents enjoy community outings, gardening and assistance with daily living tasks. This community-style living fosters our residents to develop independence and confidence. Families Served: 80

Day ProgramAdults and Seniors TLC’s Day Program is one of our fastest growing and diverse programs. The Day Program provides a variety of classes. Participants go from class-to-class learning a variety of skills. Day Program encourages each individual’s creativity with unique classes such as art, music, and gar-dening. Our Support Center offers a slower pace and a secure experience that fosters self-confidence in a nur-turing environment. Families Served: 106

Statement of Position

Revenue and Public Support

Assets Current Assets 4,132,436 Property/Equipment 12,266,879 Other Assets 568,569 Total Assets $16,967,884

Liabilities Current Liabilities 1,002,250 Long Term Liabilities 6,204,406 Total Liabilities $7,206,656

Net Assets Unrestricted 8,850,191 Temp. Restricted 911,037 Total Net Assets $9,761,228

Total Liabilities and Net Assets $16,967,884

Statement of Activities

Revenue and Public Support

Revenue and Public Support

Program Fees 85%

Development 15%

Investment Income < 1%

Expenses

Programs 87%

Administration 12%

Development 1%

Donors$100,000 +

Conrad N. Hilton Foundation

Estate of Bob and Alice Silvers

Weingart Foundation

$10,000 - $99,999

The Annenberg Foundation

The Karl Kirchgessner Foundation

Hal and Sharon Lampert

Estate of Lois Peerce

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California

Jay and Nancy Schulman

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust

David Siegel

St. Judes Trust for the Forgotten Blind

S. Mark Taper Foundation

Goodwin Family Foundation

$1,000 - $9,999

Absolute Fire Protection Inc.

Albertsons LLC

Zane and Melissa Alsabery

Larry and Susy Barzman

Rhoda Benedetti and Peter Margen

Devinder Bindra

Galpin Motors

Susan Casey

Jonathan and Faith Cookler

James and Vivian Der

Kenneth and Pearl Der

East West Bank

The Geoff Farrer, Sr. Family

Enterprise Holdings Foundation

The Grainger Foundation

Haggen

Sandy Hata and Ken Iwasaki

Heffernan Foundation

Mark and Tamara Hatwan

Murray and Gail Heltzer

Louis Horwitz

Donald and Flora Hubbs

Kiwanis Club of Northridge

Landegger, Baron Law Group

Rick Lind and Kate Aldrich

Looking Above and Beyond, Inc.

April and Alan Meadow

Montage Insurance Solutions

Nick and Wendy Nagatani

William and Barbara Parrott

Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts

Darrell and Betty Peltier

Brooks and Theresa Powell

Joel and Jo-An Ravitz

The Bill Rohan Family

Joan Schulman

Tony Silbert

Audre Slater

TJX Foundation, Inc.

Wolfson Family Foundation

Pamela Wolfson

James and Patricia Wood

Dr. Maurice Zagha

$500 - $999

A1 Livescan Notary

AmazonSmile Foundation

Rosemary and Ken Barnhart

Gregory Bergman

Cathy Blin

Stephen Burgard

Marlene Cerniglia

ECHO of Northrop Grumman

Rhonda and Eddie Ekmekji

Nadir Elfarra

Grace Ferraro

Gary and Nina Gagnebin

Veronica Gelardi

Jay and Ingrid Horowitz

Stephen and Grace Joe

Therese Peters and Craig Lawson

Cyndi and Bill McAuley

Mike’s Roofing

Margaret Mitchell

Dennis and Margaret Page

Lawrence and Sharon Rogers

Rotary E-Club of the Greater SFV

Scott and Denise Smith

Dr. Jan Talbot

Edward and Carol Wood

Ruben Zapata

Andrea Zeller

$250 - $499

Lawrence and Lynda Adams

Ann Aldrich

Carl Aldrich

Anonymous

Frank and Nicole Becker

Stephanie Blin

Bob Blumenfield, LA City Councilmember

Dorothy Boudreau

Bud and Althea Brown

Peter Der

Aaron and Anne Epstein

Kerry and Amber Fowler

Bob and Wendy Fowlie

Harold Ring and Judith Gold

Paul and Judith Grodan

John Hazelquist

Meg Jefferson

Peter and Gail Kang

Mark and Sheryl Magargee

Gary and Linda Mandinach

Marjorie Mautner

Lee Mendel-Figueroa

Northwest Glendale Lions Club

Virginia Palmer

Larry Peltier

Gail and Irv Peters

Allen Pierson

Burt Pittler

Sergio and Christina Robleto

Kennedy Lock and Safe

Charitable Adult Rides & Services, Inc.

Martin and Leah Sklar

Dr. Bill and June Takeshita

Thammasat University Alumni Association

Douglas Thornton

United Way of Greater LA

Value Care Pharmacy

William and Susan Warren

$100 - $249

Maureen and Fred Abramson

Anonymous

Russell and Karen Benedikt

Jim and Pat Blakely

Dorothy Bridge

Alan and Sadie Brigham

Jim and Katherine Buehler

Maralee and Stephen Burgard

Dan and Katie Cayem

Maurice and Kara Cayem

Thomas Cerniglia, DDS

Brennan Chaulk

Kitty and Don Cooper

Elizabeth and David Criss

Marcie Croutch

Louis and Anne Dachs

Todd and Laurie Dellutri

Truman Der

David and Susan Dewees

Ralph and Jacqueline DiMeglio

District 4-L1 Lions

David and Debra Donovan

Sam and Jean Dote

Marta Dwyer

Dolores Ellis

Dianne and Matthew Forger

John Foster

Dennis and Molly Fredrickson

Margaret Garcia

Wendy Goldzband

Grace P. Granados

Barbara and Ron Gross

Ted and Anna Mae Haas

Malerie Halperin

Bonnie Hart

Fabiola Hensley

Evelyn Hogan

Lee Ann and Bruce Holmes

Kathy Honjiyo

Floyd and Joan Hopper

Harvey and Danielle Horowitz

Anna Yuen Ja

John Greksouk

Carl and Nettie Jordan

Rodney and Lynda Jorgensen

Dr. Mary Ann Rosenfeld and Sheldon Kadish

Owen Kato

Larry Kleiman & Associates

Joel Kokis

Tim Kriss

Jeffrey and Allyn Levine

Doug and Laurie Levitt

Richard Leyden

Ronald Lind

Denice C. Lindahl

Mark Lyon

Verna Mallory

Liz Martinez

Leslie Martinich

Regina Masciotra

Thomas and Margaret McGrady

Andrea McKee

Angus and Ida McRonald

Bertha Baker Melgoza

Sheldon and Sandra Mittleman

Julie C. Nakagama

Richard and Kathleen Nakasuji

Laurie and Jerry Nicholson

Samuel and Patricia Nicholson

John and Susan Nishio

Guadalupe Nunez

Mayra Ortega

Bernice Pearlman Family Trust

Roy and Gayla Peek

David and Gayle Pinto

Renato Ramirez

Reseda Woman’s Club

Lynn Robinson and Larry Bass

Donna Ross

Katie Saldana

Stela’s Hair Salon

Larry Sandoval

Nola Sayne

Paul Schaefer

Paulette Schuster

Arnold Shane

Lawrence and Elaine Sherwood

Shomrei Torah Synagogue

Mary Janus and Brenda Smith

Bob and Betty Sperry

Carl Spring, Jr.

June Stanton

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Walter Sweeney

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John Wacker

Terry Walker

Patricia Whisnant

Ronnie and Paul Willett

Wayne and Sally Wilson

Kwok F. Wong

Howard and Susan Wood

Daniel Wright

Charles and Catherine Yamarone

Under $100

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Ardavan Asef-Vaziri

Ryan Avery

Marsha Backels

Marie and Tom Bailey

James Bandy

William and Janet Baron

Ruth Kleinbaum Bartnof

Wayne and Lilly Beal

Ali Behnezhad

Massoud and Sima Benlavy

Robyn Besem

Michael Marquardt and David Biener

Armida Boales

Jim and Cathe Bodie

Rhonda Bunnin

Patti Burke

Kyle Caires

Travis and Breann Caires

Randy and Lori Caires

Carole Camerota

Anthem Associate Giving Campaign

Jan Campos

Kathleen and Nicholas Canata

Larry Carr

Nanci Carr

Neil and Karen Carrey

Carol Carson

Craig Carter

Nancy Carver

Matthew Catalano

Linda Catran

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Florine Coffey

Jesse and Diane Coffman

Michael Collaco

Laurie Cook

Neil Corey

Milagro Cunningham

Shannon Dancy

Roberta Davidson

Nancy and Myron Dembo

Diana Dennis

Philip Dimenno

Carol and Nick Docan

Susan DuBrin

Steve and Karin Dunn

Kyle and Cari Edlund

Carol Estle

Abraham Fassihi

Brenda and Steven Faxon

Katherine Fergen

Final Touch Beauty Supply & Salon

Frank Foellmer

Jenn Foster

Sandra Fox

Sari Scheer and Eric Frank

Pauline Franklin

Cyndi Friedman and Arnold Diamond

Sandra Fullum

Thomas Ganim

Ed and Roberta Garber

Elizabeth Ruiz and Evelyn Garcia

Norma Garcia

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David and Virginia Parham

Reba and Paul Parker

Denise Paschal

Anna Paul

Fred and Janina Percy

Ricky Perez

Brenna Perkins

Norma Perriello

Charlie and Meaghan Peters

West-Val Pharmacy, Inc.

Jan Plotkin

Diana Post

Michael and Kathleen Pratt

Kathleen Quinn

Rose Ramos

Lisseth Pineda Reyes

Lenny and Sherri Ripps

Chris and Nancy Rohan

Sharon Rose

Toby Rosenberg

Suzanne Roulund

Marielena Rivas and Felix Rubalcava

Leanna Samples

Sandra Sanchez

Siva Sankaran

Carol Schultz

Stanley and Annette Schwartz

Paulette Scott

Daniel Simon

Lee Smith

Ronald Smith

Page Soapes

Linda Solano

Soraya Sami

Elizabeth Stegura

James Strain and Angela Huff

Ken Stuart

Vanessa Sutton

Joanie Tafoya

Karyn Taga

Susan Takiguchi

Kevin and Jeanne Talpash

Evelyn Tanahara

Marietta and William Tipton

Mark Tsai

Robert and Barbara Turner

Peggy Tutone

Jacqueline Valdez

Viola Velasquez

Benjamin and Theresa Villa

Demitria Villa

Jessica Warhol

Eric Warner

Mary Ellen Weightman

Harriet Weiner

Charles Weinstein

Monica Weisbrich

Michael Weiss

WellPoint Foundation

Jill and Bill Whelan

Werner and Carol Wiesner

Jennifer Williams

Melanie Williams

Diane and Henry Wilson

Marshall and Sue Winer

Patti Jo Wolfson

Xiu Juan Wu

Patrick Wucherpfennig

Carol and Charles Wyble

Charles and Ashling Ybarra

Luis and Inez Ybarra

Gregory Young

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“If your actions

inspire others

to dream more,

learn more,

do more, and

become more,

you are a leader.”

— John Quincy Adams

Every effort has been made

to ensure the accuracy of this

acknowledgment of donors from

July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

We sincerely regret any omission

or error, and would appreciate being

notified of any corrections that are

needed. Thank you for supporting

the people of TLC for the Blind.