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Faulk Center for Counseling Celebrates

Golden Anniversary with Gala at Broken Sound

The Faulk Center for Counseling, a Boca Raton
mental health nonprofit with the mission of serving all
in need of mental health services regardless of ability to
pay, commemorated 50 years of serving the community
on March 10th with a Golden Anniversary event at
Broken Sound Club.
The evening, chaired by Broken Sound member
Eileen Sands and Lois Weisman of Boca Woods, was
held at the beautiful and newly renovated Broken
Sound clubhouse and was a celebration of the past,
present and future. Jerry Yass and Jeffrey Yass Vicki Katz, Kim Champion, Shaheer Hosh Matthew Savarick, Yvette Drucker, Pam
The special occasion started a week earlier at a VIP Weinroth, Jan Savarick, Jonathan Price
Reception held at Northern Trust Bank. At the reception, the
Anniversary Cake was cut and board members were honored In 1973, Dr. Elizabeth H. Faulk—the first woman
with a piece of 50th Anniversary commemorative jewelry to graduate with a Doctorate in Psychology from the
designed by local jeweler Shaheer Hosh of Cristino’s Jewelry. University of Florida—founded the Center for Group
The Golden Anniversary evening began with a cocktail Counseling in Boca Raton. Her goal was to make mental
hour and silent auction and penny auction. Attendees enjoyed a health services available to all, regardless of their ability
delicious sushi bar, signature cocktails, and passed hors d’oeuvres to pay. The first office for the Center for Group Counseling
from the Broken Sound Culinary Team. The main event opened Gala Chairs, Eileen Sands and was in downtown Boca Raton and housed the Center for
with a performance from the Young Singers of the Palm Beaches Lois Weisman the first 10 years.
and their rendition of Bridge Over Troubled Water. In 1983, the current location of the Center on Boca Rio
Broken Sound resident and long-time supporter, Mr. Jerry Robert Weinroth helping draw Road opened its doors. This custom-designed 16-sided
Yass, treated the crowd of more than 250 to an ode he wrote the winning numbers. building was built to symbolize the circle of group therapy
in honor of the Faulk Center’s Golden Anniversary, followed The party continued with Robert and Pamela and provide a safe, private place for those seeking help.
by a champagne toast. After the toast, Mr. Yass was surprised confetti cannons and a night Weinroth Since then, the organization changed its name to The
with the announcement of the new Gerald Yass Legacy Room of dancing and celebration Faulk Center for Counseling in honor of the founder and
coming soon to the Faulk Center. His family was there with with the well-known band, Euphoria. Guests were sent home has expanded services significantly, but the mission has
him to celebrate this honor. with a golden gift that included a commemorative bottle of remained the same. During these five decades of service
A video on the history of the Faulk Center featured champagne, a “mental health fan” personal fan, and a small to the community, the Faulk Center has provided over 15
philanthropist Christine Lynn and founding Faulk Center bottle of Tito’s Handmade Vodka. million dollars of discounted or free services, more than
board member and local philanthropist, Dick Schmidt. Also Supporters and sponsors of the event included: Mako 650,000 hours of counseling and mental health services
featured in the video were Boca Raton’s Promise founder and Medical; Schmidt Family Foundation; Christine Lynne; Gerald to over 100,000 clients, with more than 5,300 volunteers
former Faulk volunteer, Rita Thrasher, along with former Faulk Barad of Triumph Hotels; Baptist Health South Florida; Vivian donating over 1 million hours of clinical services. The
Center board member Clem Winke, current board member Lois Cardia; Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation; Northern Center has also successfully trained hundreds of clinicians
Weisman, former Faulk Center CEO Vicki Katz, and current Trust Bank; Dr. Gwenesia Collins; Day Pitney LLP; Gary through both the Practicum Program and the American
Faulk Clinical and Training Director Dr. Holly Katz. Betensky, Esq.; Bill and Suzanne Harper; Hedrick Brothers Psychological Association-accredited internship program.
Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer and Palm Beach County Construction; Tito’s Handmade Vodka; Walmart-Boca Raton; The Faulk Center has seen the need for mental health
Mayor Gregg Weiss both issued proclamations from the City Rita Thrasher-Boca Raton’s Promise; Wendi Weisman-Law services aggressively climb since 2020, particularly among
of Boca Raton and Palm Beach County respectively, in honor Offices of Harold H. Weisman. P.A.; Aris Insurance Group; children. The Center has hired additional staff and recruited
of the Faulk Center’s 50th Anniversary. Palm Beach County Davidoff, Hutcher, & Citron, LLC; Garber & Garber, CPA’s: more volunteers but can only continue to meet this demand
Sheriff Ric Bradshaw sent a letter commemorating the work Garcia Stromberg; Dr. Holly Katz; Nucleus; Sheriff Ric with the support of individual donors, community partners,
of the Faulk Center and celebrating the golden milestone. Bradshaw-Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office; Robbins and grantors, and philanthropic minded businesses.
The event also saw the debut of the Faulk Center original Moroney, P.A.; SBA Communications, and Laurie Dubow- If you, or someone you know, is in need of mental health
video, “The Many Faces of Mental Health,” featuring Faulk Signature Paradise Realty. services or you are looking to support the Faulk Center
Center volunteers and members of the Rotary Club of The Golden Anniversary Committee included Faulk Center through donations of your time, talent or treasure, you
Downtown Boca Raton. board members, Dr. Gwenesia Collins, Lois Weisman, Genna are asked to contact the office at (561) 483-5300 or email
Local resident and current Ms. Universe, Lindsey Berman, Brisson, Cindy Winter, Gary Betensky, Jeffrey Bovarnick, center@faulkcenterforcounseling.org. You can learn more
was the featured speaker. She enjoyed the evening with her Laurie Dubow, Scott Garber, and Bill Harper. Other committee about all the counseling services offered by visiting www.
guest, former NFL All-Star and University of Florida player, members included: Eileen Sands, Amy Betensky, Jan Babin, faulkcenterforcounseling.org.
Jevon “The Freak” Kearse. Auction winners were announced Dianne Gershenson, Alex Kienle, Jennifer Schniederman,
throughout the evening with former Palm Beach County Mayor Debbie Sokol, and Bonnie Stelzer.
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Sound vs. St. Andrews Trophy Competition and won 15 of
them—and enjoyed watching special invitationals featuring
Greg’s celebrated professional friends, including Rod
General Dentistry Laver, Andy Roddick, Monica Seles, Karel Nováček, Mats
Wilander and others…plus the convenient addition of the
Cosmetic & Laser Moonstone Café that also serves the Broken Sound spa and
health club with light bites, smoothies and salads.
As noted by Lorant Botha, the club’s Assistant General
Manager, “The length of Greg’s career at Broken Sound
Club, spanning four decades, is a rare occurrence in
today’s world, exemplifying his devotion to the Club and
its leadership, as well as his love for the game and the
membership. During his tenure at Broken Sound, Greg has
played a significant role in the growth and development of
our tennis programs. He has implemented new initiatives,
improved our facilities, and fostered a sense of camaraderie
amongst our members.”
Greg’s own personal accomplishments, listed below,
have been eagerly followed by the many friends and
Dr. Rosenbusch has been admirers he has made among the Broken Sound members:
practicing dentistry for 34 years • 2009 USPTA International Championship Winner.
• 2009 USPTA ranked #1 USA.
and has extensive experience in • 2014 USTA Private Facility of the Year.
many aspects of dentistry. His • Ranked # 1 Men’s 50s International USTPA.
• Recipient of Boardroom Magazine’s Distinguished
main focus is on Cosmetic Achievement Award in 2013 and 2020.
visit us at:
Dentistry, Laser Dentistry and cliverosenbuschdds.com • Six-time Player of the Year USPTA Florida Division.
• Three-time USPTA National Clay Court Champion.
Implant Prosthetics email: • Two-time National Clay Court Champions.
Asked about his plans for the future, Greg simply says
bocadentist12@gmail.com that he looks forward to moving with his wife to the home
Broken Sound Resident General Dentistry they own in Montana.
(Note: At press time, Boca Club News did not yet have
25 Years Cosmetic and Laser an announcement about Broken Sound’s plans for a new
Director of Tennis.)