WestCare California
2018 Spring Graduation
Join us for Our Spring Graduation!
Celebrating recovery and new beginnings, no fewer than 30 individuals who have completed their treatment programs in Fresno, Hanford and Bakersfield will participate in the ceremony!
Join us for WestCare California's 2018 Spring Graduation
Fresno City College: Old Administration Building - Auditorium | 1101 E University Ave, Fresno, CA 93741
All parking will be relaxed.
For more information, contact:
Gabriela McNiel
(559) 251-4800 Ext. 20917
gabriela.mcniel@westcare.com
WestCare California 2017 Fall Graduation
Wednesday, Jun 13, 2018, 06:00 PM
Fresno City College, East University Avenue, Fresno, CA, USA
Meet our keynote speaker: Greg Barfield
Mr. Gregory Barfield, Assistant Director of Transportation/ Fresno Area Express, is responsible for providing the day to day leadership in support of Transit Operations, Planning, Support Services including Handy Ride, and Community Relations. The department served just under 10 million riders last year with 16 fixed routes and 104 buses covering over 5 million road miles. Working with a Transit Operations budget of over $57 million dollars and a total department budget of over $183 million, Transit Operations staff is over 300 persons.
Prior to that, he served for 10 years as Chief of Staff to Councilmembers Oliver Baines & Cynthia Sterling, where he oversaw the daily execution of the Councilmember’s agenda. As Chief of Staff, he was also responsible for reviewing land use, planning projects, economic development activities and overseeing the staff, interns and volunteers who are vital to communicating and working on behalf of residents of the district and City of Fresno.
He has worked in all levels of government, been active in many local, state and federal political campaigns in the last 30 plus years with time spent working at community based non-profits, institutions of higher learning and private business along the way.
Gregory was born in Fresno to Tommy & Wanda Barfield, proud former residents of West Fresno and Edison High School graduates and was raised in the Bay Area (Richmond, California), where he graduated from John F. Kennedy High School. He is married to his wife Angie and together in their blended family, they have seven children and four grandchildren. Gregory is a proud graduate of California State University Fresno with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and is a graduate of Fresno Pacific University’s School of Business with a Masters in Leadership and Organizational Studies.
Website: https://www.fresno.gov/transportation/
Twitter: @GregoryBarfield
Meet our emcee: Sean Henderson
Born in Las Vegas and raised in Fresno, Sean is a graduate Clovis West High School. He received a football scholarship to the University of Utah, where he played for two years.
Sean completed his bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in Education at California State University Fresno. Most recently, Sean has advanced to candidacy towards his doctorate in Organizational Leadership at Pepperdine University.
Sean has worked at Fresno City College since 1998 and currently serves as the Dean of Student Services. In addition, Sean is the chair of the college's commencement ceremonies and the speakers’ forum. He is a member of the President's Cabinet and serves as the college's Chief Discipline Officer.
Outside of his duties at the college, Sean has served as the President of the Fresno County Employer Advisory Council (2001-2008) and as Chair of the annual Workplace Business Conference (2000-2007). He is the current Chair for WestCare Califonia's Community Action Council.
Sean is a recognized public speaker with international, national, state and local experience. He has received the Bill F. Stewart Achievement of Excellence Award in 2009 and several congressional recognitions (2005, 2008, 2010, 2012 & 2013). He has also owned and operated two small businesses.
When he is not working, Sean enjoys fishing, tournament poker, the outdoors and spending time with his large family.
WestCare California, Inc.
For over 40 years, WestCare California has been providing an opportunity for individuals to lead fuller, richer lives. Our team of multi-cultural, experienced and credentialed staff is dedicated to providing the best care to everyone who enters our doors. Our goal is to uplift the human spirit by providing the skills and support necessary for individuals to achieve their dreams and transform their lives.
WestCare provides a wide spectrum of health and human services in both residential and outpatient environments. Our service domains include mental health & wellness, substance abuse and addiction treatment, housing opportunities, education & prevention, criminal justice and veterans programs. These services are available to adults, children, adolescents, and families.
Dedicated to working in partnership with the communities and agencies we serve, our philosophy is to empower everyone who comes into contact with us to engage in a process of healing, growth, and change that will benefit them, their families, their coworkers and their communities.
Email: info.ca@westcare.com
Website: www.westcare.com/california
Location: 1900 North Gateway Boulevard, Suite 100, Fresno, CA, USA
Phone: 559-251-4800
Facebook: facebook.com/WestCareCalifornia
Twitter: @WestCareCA