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BETTER FAMILIES COMMUNITY CARE

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Mission Statement


Better Families Community Care is dedicated to advancing the well-being of underserved
individuals and families by providing integrated, evidence-based support services that address
critical needs in food security, housing stability, daily living essentials, and mental health care.
Through a holistic and trauma-informed approach, we strive to reduce barriers to access,
promote resilience and foster long-term self-sufficiency. Our organization is committed to
equity, compassion, and community empowerment, ensuring that every person we serve is met
with dignity, respect, and the resources necessary to thrive.

Vision Statement


We envision a future where every individual and family, regardless of circumstance, has
equitable access to the fundamental resources and compassionate support necessary to lead safe,
healthy, and fulfilling lives. Through collaborative community engagement and integrated care,
Better Families Community Care seeks to eliminate barriers to food, housing, and mental
wellness, fostering resilient communities built on dignity, hope, and opportunity​

Meet our Leadership

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Michel Massamba is a husband and father of three and is highly passionate about building a better world. As a seasoned mezzo and macro level social worker, he specializes in re-envisioning systems to provide those who are less fortunate with equitable opportunities to succeed and enjoy life.

Michel Massamba, MSW

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Susan Rick, LCPC

Susan Rick is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) whose helped individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System, and those dealing with depression, anxiety, and trauma. With a wealth of knowledge in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered (Rogerian) Therapy, she is an exceptional clinician who is eager to help those in need.

PO BOX 84, OHIO, IL 61349

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