On this episode of the North State Rocks podcast, we sit down with Angela Reed, Executive Director, and Brett Lindsey, Housing Coordinator of Lassen Family Services, the region’s leading nonprofit supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and other traumas across rural Northern California. The conversation dives into the organization’s 45-year history: from its grassroots beginnings in 1977 to its current role as a comprehensive crisis response and community resource hub.
Angela and Brett share how Lassen Family Services provides 24/7 crisis intervention, safe housing, legal advocacy, and wraparound support that helps survivors rebuild their lives. The discussion highlights the unique challenges of serving rural communities, the importance of trauma-informed care, and the organization’s leadership in local coalitions such as the NorCal Continuum of Care and Youth Action Board.
Listeners will hear inspiring stories of resilience, learn about the power of community collaboration, and discover how local businesses are stepping up to support Domestic Violence Awareness Month through creative fundraising campaigns.
This episode offers valuable insights into how Lassen Family Services empowers survivors, fosters hope, and strengthens the social fabric of the North State…proving that even in the most rural corners of California, compassion and collaboration can change lives.
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