For All Seasons welcomes three new employees to fill leadership positions within the organization. Courtney Calloway, LCSW-C, was appointed Assistant Clinical Director; Doug Mayorga was appointed as Human Resources Manager; and Emily Moody, LCSW-C, was appointed as Associate Clinical Director.

“We are so excited to welcome these new team members. The agency is undergoing significant growth and we look forward to the energy, expertise, and experience each of these staff brings to the For All Seasons team,” comments Beth Anne Langrell, CEO.

Calloway of Easton has experience in both the mental health and medical social work fields, training extensively in working with clients of all ages from a trauma-focused approach. Most recently, she worked as a Renal Social Worker for Regional Point Social Work and DaVita Dialysis Inc. She has training in a variety of treatment modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Expressive therapies (art, movement, mindfulness, and play). Previously, she was a therapist with For All Seasons focusing on both school-based and adult therapy. She has completed a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology at Salisbury University and an Associate of Arts in liberal arts from Chesapeake College.

She comments, “I had maintained connections with everyone when I left For All Seasons. I came back to the agency because of the team and the reputation the agency has in the community.”

Mayorga of Easton was previously the Human Resources Specialist & Wellness Coordinator at Choptank Transport where he managed employee relations and records in multiple regional office locations, assisted with fundraising and philanthropic events, and helped to redesign the company’s plan benefits package. He also established an all-encompassing wellness initiative for the company, focusing on the physical, emotional, and financial wellness of employees. Before working in Human Resources, he had several management positions, handling hiring, training, and team building in the retail industry. Mayorga is also owner and CEO of Talls Home Baked where he designs, bakes, and decorates custom home-baked delicacies. He attended Chesapeake College. His volunteer work has included CASA of Caroline County, The Salvation Army, Talbot Hospice, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, Talbot Humane Society, Caroline County Humane Society, Baywater Animal Rescue, Preston Elementary School, Denton Elementary School, Federalsburg Elementary School, and Junior Achievement.

“Being a part of the For All Seasons team, to me, means being a part of something bigger than myself. For me, being a resource for the employees and being able to provide support and guidance is what gets me out of bed every morning. My desire to help people is what drew me to this agency. Beth Anne and I have had many conversations around the need for a human resources representative, and I am here to answer that call,” says Mayorga.

Moody of Easton worked most recently as a Family Liaison at Easton Elementary School through the Talbot County Public Schools and as a therapist at Peace of Mind Mental Health Services in Easton. She also worked for almost ten years in a large community mental health agency. Through these positions, she gained experience treating children, adults, and adolescents in mental health, addictions and trauma. She also worked with families to connect them to community resources, coordinating with local mental health agencies and other services. She is certified as an ACEs Master Presenter, providing training on Adverse Childhood Experiences, and as a Mindfulness Teacher through Mindful Schools. She also is co-founder and co-coordinator of the CarePacks program, providing meals to vulnerable students when school is not in session. Moody has completed a Master of Social Work from The Catholic University of America, National Catholic School of Social Service, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Boston College. In 2020, she received both the J. Sam Meek Unsung Hero Award from the Talbot County Public Schools and the J. McKenney Willis Jr. Award from the Mid-Shore Community Foundation for her work with to CarePacks of Talbot County.

“I’m thrilled to join an organization with such a passionate commitment to meeting the mental health needs of this community. It’s an honor to become part of this talented team, and I look forward to expanding conversations about treatment, recovery, and hope with the clients and community we serve,” Moody states.

For All Seasons provides the highest level of mental health and victim services to children, adults and families across the Mid-Shore. Services are offered in both English and Spanish and include therapy, psychiatry, victim advocacy and 24-hour crisis hotlines. For further information, contact For All Seasons at 410-822-1018 or visit forallseasonsinc.org.

Our most personal firsthand experiences can often be the impetus behind our philanthropic giving. Such was the case with the owners of Willow Construction, who recently became founding members of the For All Seasons Leadership Circle. Mike Hiner, President, and Andy Cheezum, Vice President, both had experiences in the past with family members having anxiety and realize the extent of the mental health needs in our community.

“Mental health struggles are important issues that families face, and time is of the essence in seeking treatment. I experienced this firsthand in dealing with this in my own family,” comments Hiner.

“As parents, we often think we can deal with challenges when they come up, but sometimes, we need help. Talking to other parents and becoming more aware of mental health issues here, our company realized the urgency of these needs in our community for mental health services, especially since the pandemic and among our youth,” adds Cheezum.

While Willow Construction has been a donor to For All Seasons in the past, it wasn’t until recently that the business increased its commitment to investing in the agency’s mission and reach on the Mid-Shore. First, through a 2020 renovation project of For All Seasons headquarters building on Talbot Street, where they offered their services at a reduced cost. And most recently, this summer, when Cheezum attended an event where President/CEO Beth Anne Langrell shared For All Seasons’ role in building community resilience.

“We admire Beth Anne’s ability to share the organization’s vision for a healthy community as a whole and the organization’s leadership in finding solutions for our community issues. That night, her talk struck a chord with me, and the business decided to commit to a matching gift for this year, making us a Leadership Circle founding member,” Cheezum states.

Tithing has always been at the core of Willow Construction’s business philosophy and they have supported a number of local nonprofits – mostly with a focus on youth-oriented giving.

Hiner adds, “Willow Construction has built its reputation on more than 48 years of leadership and outstanding service. We’re also proud to be actively engaged in our community, supporting a variety of local causes. We have contributed our time, funding, and materials to building neighborhood relationships and fostering community fellowship.”

“This year, we have been particularly blessed with work, despite the pandemic, and we wanted to share these blessings with For All Seasons.”

“We are thrilled to have Willow Construction as a Leadership Circle founding member and as a business partner. They continue to recognize the importance of mental health services in our community and have stepped up in significant ways to help us in meeting the needs that exist today,” comments Beth Anne Langrell, President/CEO.

For All Seasons’ Leadership Circle is comprised of an exceptional group of individuals and leaders in the business community who give generously and lend their talents, expertise, and connections to the forward momentum of the agency. Members of the Circle are critical partners in For All Seasons’ life-saving work, playing an instrumental role in building the agency’s capacity to meet the demands of the current mental health crisis. Entrance to the Leadership Circle begins with contributions of $10,000 per year and extends into more significant, six-figure gifts. Multi-year commitments are especially impactful for the agency.

For further information on supporting For All Seasons, contact Lauren Weber, Vice President of Philanthropy and Education, at lweber@forallseasonsinc.org or call 410-822-1018.

For All Seasons recently donated 1100 water bottles with the message “Be Kind to Your Mind,” along with handouts with mental health conversation starters for families of Easton Elementary students. Because COVID-19 is still an issue, the school has implemented water bottle filling stations instead of water fountains, so each student is required to have his or her own bottle.

“At the end of last school year, many students were unable to bring their own water bottles to school, and we often had to use disposable bottles. We reached out to the community for reusable bottles and For All Seasons responded. We are very grateful to be starting out this new year with a bottle for every student. The tops are easy to twist off and they are the perfect size for elementary school students,” states Lindsey Higginbottom, Assistant Principal at Easton Elementary School in Easton.

Since the beginning of a new school year is a great time to talk with students about the basics of mental health, For All Seasons has also created a tip sheet and conversation starter for teachers and families to use to improve communication and to identify and discuss feelings. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, about 1 in 7 kids, ages 5 to 15, will experience at least one “severe mental disorder.” That number climbs to 1 in 5 kids during the teen years (ages 13 -18).

“The transition into the school year can be an emotional time, especially for young people who have been out of the school setting due to COVID. Beginning and continuing conversations with young people about well-being show that it’s good to acknowledge feelings and seek help when they need it. We want teachers and parents to know we are a resource for them when they need mental health support. We hear a lot about physical health, keeping our bodies healthy and strong, but mental health is just as important. There are things we can do to ‘be kind to our minds’ and we have shared these tips on the handout,” states Lauren Weber, Vice President of Philanthropy and Education.

“One of the tips we share is that our thoughts can help or hurt us, depending on what we’re thinking. Part of being ‘kind to your mind’ is treating yourself as kindly as you would a friend. That’s also the slogan on the water bottles we donated.”

Lisa Devaric, Principal at Easton Elementary School, adds, “Coming off the pandemic, our students have not been able to interact with their peers as usual. To help them transition, Easton Elementary is embracing conscious discipline and daily class meeting time to discuss well-being and practice mindfulness. The ‘Be Kind to Your Mind’ bottles and handouts fit right into our focus on social and emotional skills. The conversation starters are perfect for both early and upper elementary school students.”

For further information, contact For All Seasons at 410-822-1018 or visit forallseasonsinc.org.

For All Seasons provides the highest level of mental health and victim services to children, adults and families across the Mid-Shore. Services are offered in both English and Spanish and include therapy, psychiatry, victim advocacy and 24-hour crisis hotlines.

For All Seasons recently hosted a Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Fair for its East End neighbors in Easton. Over 140 families and 300 students participated in the event, providing nearly 300 backpacks filled with school supplies to area students.

The event included free Italian ice donated by Rita’s and movie theater popcorn from Easton Premier Cinema, as well as schoolyard games. WCEI was on hand providing music for the event through a live broadcast, Talbot County Health Department provided the opportunity for COVID vaccines for anyone over the age of 12 years old, and Carepacks of Talbot County gave away over 125 Carepacks – enough food to feed one person for an entire weekend.

“This free community event helped connect residents who live in the neighborhood to resources and educational information to help them be healthy and thriving while providing needed supplies for students for the upcoming school year,” stated Katie Theeke, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at For All Seasons and event coordinator.

Participants also got resources at the event from several agencies, including Carepacks of Talbot County, Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center, Eastern Shore Health Education Center, Healthy Talbot, Life Crisis Center, Talbot County Department of Social Services, Talbot County Free Library, Talbot County Health Department, Talbot Interfaith Shelter, Talbot Humane, and Wrap Around Maryland.

“Talbot County Department of Social Services (TCDSS) participated as a Back-to-School partner for the third year in a row with For All Seasons. We highly value the agency’s work in the community. A few years ago, we decided that instead of duplicating events, we could support multiple community organizations with Back-to-School efforts. Our staff was so excited to participate in a face-to-face outreach event and engage with the community through various giveaway items and program information. TCDSS donated funds, provided in part through Talbot Community Connections, to support the purchase of stuffed bookbags,” comments Paris Quillet, Special Projects Coordinator, Talbot County Department of Social Services.

Sponsors of the event include TCDSS, Willow Construction, Rita’s Italian Ice, Easton Premier Cinema, Tim and Sally Kagan, & La De Da.

“It was so wonderful to safely provide an outdoor event for children and families in the neighborhood of our main office. This continues to be a time where families are facing difficult times, so seeing the smiles of children as they received their school supplies was simply magic!  We know that a community works better together. We are so thankful for the support of our partners and our staff who enabled us to connect to our neighbors and create new relationships for the future,” added Beth Anne Langrell, CEO of For All Seasons.

For further information, contact For All Seasons at 410-822-1018 or visit forallseasonsinc.org.

For All Seasons provides the highest level of mental health and victim services to children, adults and families across the Mid-Shore. Services are offered in both English and Spanish and include therapy, psychiatry, victim advocacy and 24-hour crisis hotlines.

With the school year starting around the corner, For All Seasons is hosting a Back to School Giveaway event for its East End neighbors on Thursday, August 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the rear parking lot of its headquarters building at 300 Talbot Street in Easton.

Participating students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies including such items as a notebook, pencils, tissues, glue stick, ruler and pens. There will also be free Rita’s Italian Ice, as well as movie theater popcorn, community resources, and schoolyard games available for families. WCEI will be adding music to the event through a live broadcast.

Featured resources at the event include Chesapeake Multicultural Center, Talbot Interfaith Shelter, Talbot Humane, The Sheriff’s Department, and Carepacks of Talbot County who will be distributing food items. The Talbot County Health Department will also be present and providing vaccines on site for anyone over the age of 12 years old.

“This free community event focuses on providing valuable resources, education, and school supplies for children and their families who live in the neighborhood. We hope the event helps familiarize residents with our services while providing needed supplies for students for the upcoming school year,” states Katie Theeke, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at For All Seasons and event coordinator.

For All Seasons provides the highest level of mental health and victim services to children, adults and families across the Mid-Shore. Services are offered in both English and Spanish and include therapy, psychiatry, victim advocacy and 24-hour crisis hotlines.

Sponsors of the event include the Talbot County Department of Social Services, Willow Construction, Rita’s Italian Ice, Easton Premier Cinema, Tim and Sally Kagan, & La De Da.

For further information, contact For All Seasons at 410-822-1018 or visit forallseasonsinc.org.

With the recent growth of the agency’s services in meeting the growing mental health needs of the Mid-Shore, For All Seasons has expanded its leadership team – appointing Patti Cannon as the Chief Operating Officer and Lauren Kay Weber as Vice President of Philanthropy and Education.

“These two exceptional individuals are helping us address the growth in our organization. We are thrilled to have them both in place as we move our agency forward in delivering services on the Mid-Shore. They both bring strategic experience and leadership qualities which will enhance our administrative team, bringing depth to our organization,” comments CEO Beth Anne Langrell.

Photo: L-R: Patti Cannon of Cambridge has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of For All Seasons. Lauren Kay Weber of Centreville has been appointed as Vice President of Philanthropy and Education at For All Seasons.

Patti Cannon of Cambridge has experience in customer relations, quality initiatives, and project management, providing proven results in process improvements, department and employee development to achieve strategic company goals. She previously worked at Sensata Technologies in Cambridge, formerly Airpax and Philips Technologies, where she gained a wealth of experience in customer service in manufacturing. She later took this production experience to the Whalen Company. In 2018, she joined For All Seasons to help set up the agency’s Electronic Medical Record through Credible and became the organization’s Data Analyst and subsequently its Chief Information Officer.

In her new role as Chief Operating Officer, Patti will be responsible for corporate compliance, data analysis, electronic health record, facilities management, and the agency’s billing department.

“For All Seasons is growing quickly, and it is very rewarding working with a nonprofit organization which is giving back to the community in such an important way,” she comments.

“There is always a challenge to address. A real tribute to the organization’s flexibility and agility was when we had to quickly shift to telehealth during the pandemic. The agency was poised to do that. The leadership and the board made it a seamless transition to continue to serve our mission to provide therapy, advocacy, education, and psychiatric care in a safe environment that nurtures wellness.”

One of Patti’s goals is to continue to enhance current policies and procedures that benefit the client, the agency, and the employee. She is helping to steer the organization in evaluating the data from its service delivery to achieve the net result of its mission – helping to improve the mental health status of the community.

“I think working with people who are behind the organization’s mission is so rewarding. For All Seasons employees give back to the community in so many ways,” Patti adds.

She has an M.B.A. from the University of Maryland and a Master Certificate in Project Management from Villanova University, a B.A. Degree in Business Administration with a Marketing minor from the University of Maryland and an A.A. Degree in Business Management from Chesapeake College, and holds several certifications.

Lauren Kay Weber of Centreville has had a career as a forward-leaning strategist with the ability to generate value through innovation, leadership, and diversification of revenue streams. She joined For All Seasons in early 2021 as Director of Programs and Curriculum Development to address a multi-pronged program that the agency was developing to improve the well-being of children on the Mid-Shore. She was previously Executive Director of Character Counts Mid Shore, Inc., Director of Philanthropy at Wye River Upper School, and President of the Granger Coalition for Equity in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she also had a consulting firm advising nonprofits.

“A lot of my life has been pointing to this agency and the role I will be filling at For All Seasons. Many threads have come together from my varied career experiences and job competencies, and it is very satisfying and confirming to be here,” she comments.

In her new role as Vice President of Philanthropy and Education, Lauren’s role is two-fold. She will lead the agency’s Center for Learning through strategic programmatic growth aimed at increasing community resilience, as well as deepening existing school and business partnerships. She will also guide For All Seasons’ fundraising program to ensure that the agency can continue to deliver on its founding promise to the community – to provide services to anyone who needs them, regardless of ability to pay. This will include overseeing the agency’s major gifts, monthly giving, planned giving, and corporate giving programs.

“The two components of my position are interrelated. For All Seasons’ Center for Learning has a significant role to play in helping our region to rebuild as we emerge from the pandemic. On the same token, I am eager to welcome supporters into the forward momentum of the agency’s proactive approach to meeting the community’s needs. I see this new leadership role as an amazing opportunity to develop innovative strategies toward the goal of preventing the escalation of mental health crises in our community,” Lauren comments.

Lauren is currently working on her M.B.A at York St. John University and has Post-Baccalaureate Studies from Brigham Young University. She has a B.A. in Communications Studies, with a minor in leadership studies, from American University and also holds several certifications.

“My job as CEO is to bring the best employees to our team so that their expertise can lead the agency to the next level,” adds Beth Anne Langrell. “Both of these women fit right in with our staff and will have a significant role in helping us manage the organization’s growth.”

For All Seasons provides the highest level of mental health and victim services to children, adults and families across the Mid-Shore. Services are offered in both English and Spanish and include therapy, psychiatry, victim advocacy and 24-hour crisis hotlines.

As I continue to read the articles about Naomi Osaka removing herself from the French Open and the ongoing scrutiny that she is facing for how she shared the news of why she removed herself, I feel there is a need to pause. Naomi took the steps she needed to provide her mind the self-care it needed. She recognized that her battle with depression since 2018 was reason enough to step back from the media interviews that were required to play in the Open. After paying a $15,000.00 fine and learning that she would be suspended from the Open, she removed herself from the competition.

As I read some of the criticism on how she used Instagram to share her story, I am reminded that not everyone will use the same avenue to share what they are going through. Sometimes, it’s reaching out to a close friend, other times it’s posting on social media, and yet other times, it’s choosing silence.

Often with fame and money comes intense expectation and obligation. But when do fame, money, and a contract topple over humanity and basic human needs? Is it not reasonable to believe that we all need a pause from time to time to care for ourselves?

Some say that the pandemic has leveled the mental health needs of our community. In fact, it has only heightened the struggle some were already facing and brought to light the struggles that others have never had before.

Today is a day where we can pause to remind ourselves that not everyone is doing ok and that it’s helpful to talk about the mental health needs that you, your loved ones, or neighbors, may be struggling through. To our athletes who our agency continues to support, please take this as an opportunity to find your voice in whatever way suits you. Depression, anxiety, isolation, loss – whatever you may be experiencing, those are your feelings. You matter first as a person, a son, a daughter, a brother, a sister. We are here for you.

We have an opportunity to respond differently, to engage with open minds and hearts as we help those who are sharing their story – to respond with humanity first. I hope you will take some time to reach out to those in your circle, letting them know that their mental health and physical health matters more than anything.

Beth Anne Langrell

CEO, For All Seasons