Child & Family Center Congratulates … Leah Parker and Tiffany Thomas

Child & Family Center is very proud of our two 40 Under 40 winners for 2023 – Tiffany Thomas and Leah Parker. They are very deserving and both make an impact on our community each and every day.
Tiffany Thomas exemplifies compassion and dedication to her work at the Child & Family Center. Her leadership impacts the lives of the youth, families and the community she serves.
As the Division Director of Specialty Programs, Tiffany manages C&FC’s Domestic Violence Program and Shelter. She also manages C&FC’s Pathways to Recovery substance use treatment program and the Prevention and Outreach team.
This past year, Tiffany’s substance use treatment team was recognized by the LA County Department of Public Health and awarded the “Community Impact Award”. The award recognizes extraordinary agencies that go above and beyond for their community.
Tiffany holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as holding a certification from the California Consortium of Addiction Program Professionals.
Tiffany’s chosen work in the nonprofit field is an indication of her heart-centered commitment to supporting the community.
Leah Parker is the Prevention Program Supervisor for Child & Family Center’s Drug and Alcohol Program. She was recently promoted to the role following her previous position of Outreach Prevention Coordinator, and Outreach Specialist for five years.
Currently she supervises a team of eight Prevention Specialists in Santa Clarita and Antelope Valley, who attend local community resource events to share the services provided by the Center. In addition, they present curriculum on making healthy choices at local high schools. Thousands of local students have benefited from the presentations she has created. She also plans and carries out our annual Night of Expression event, where local teens submit their artwork related to Teen Dating Violence.
Leah works closely in collaboration with the City of Santa Clarita, College of the Canyons, W.S. Hart School District and other community organizations to educate and improve the lives of young people.
In addition, Leah has been involved in fundraising events for the Center, including Taste of the Town and Purple Palooza 5k Walk to End Domestic Violence.
Leah is passionate about her work, always has a smile on her face and is willing to help whenever and wherever needed.