Our newest FRWC, located at Summit View Elementary , opened in August 1999 and provides comprehensive services to families along Old Nogales Highway south into Sahuarita. Inc. no longer provides medical services at MELC and Summit View. SUSD Title I, United Way, and grants from education, human service, mental health and prevention sources, both public and private. The Sunnyside FRWC staff serves all 20 schools in the District in addition to all individuals residing within the 85706 zip code -clients also reside outside of 85706. Sunnyside FRWCs follow a direct-service oriented model.
Emphasis is placed on individual needs and developing appropriate plans for each consumer.
Advocacy is a consistent part of consumer involvement. The goal of FRWCs is to remove barriers to success by facilitating the delivery of medical, mental health, social, recreational and educational services. Whatever our Center cannot provide directly, we will assist individuals and families to receive those services elsewhere. Sunnyside FRWC staff are provided with numerous opportunities for continuing education and professional development. Effective human service professionals need knowledge and tools related to community needs.