WestCoast Children's Clinic was honored to host Bill Cosby, Dr. Neil Altman, and over 60 foster youth in a discussion on April 7th, entitled “Between 2 Worlds: Youth Reflect on Leaving Foster Care,” a panel discussion aimed at addressing the needs, emotions and perceptions around leaving foster care. Read the press release for more information on this exciting event. Drs. Steve Finn and Carol Middelberg will be conducting a workshop on December 13-15, 2007, “Why is Johnny so Bad, Sad, or Mad? Using Collaborative Assessment to Change the Family Story”. Read more about this workshop and how to register. A December 17, 2006 article in the Contra Costa Times prominently displays WestCoast as 5th among Bay Area charities in terms of spending on programming. At 95.5%, WestCoast's program expenses as a percent of total expenses is well above the 75% minimum benchmark that donors look for, and attests to the agency's strong commitment to its mission. WestCoast receives the "Bridging the Gap" Achievement Award on October 27, 2006. WCC's predoctoral internship has recently become an APPIC member. Please download our updated training brochure. Read about upcoming training events under grand rounds and continuing education.  Read about recent publications and upcoming presentations by WestCost staff under briefings.