Meet Our Team

A team committed to empowering caregivers through support and understanding.

Our Board of Trustees

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GraceAnne Talarico

Board Chair

I have served on the FBSA board since 2013, including Secretary, Treasurer, and now Board Chair. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

As a Monmouth County small business owner, I provide counseling and assessment services for children, adolescents, and families and have been a mental health advocate for nearly 30 years.

I am a Monmouth County Disaster Response Crisis Counselor, trained family mediator, former Psychiatric/Crisis Emergency Screening Services First Responder, and supervisor for interns and LACs pursuing clinical licensure.

My public service includes the Board of Education, Board of Adjustment, Council Liaison for the Shade Tree and Environmental Commissions, and State Chair of the Intensive Family Support Services (IFSS) Committee.

I remain committed to the FBSA mission and to strengthening the community through leadership, service, and advocacy for families, education, and mental health.

Isa Fowler

Board Vice Chair

I joined the Board of Directors due to my experiences within the Children System of Care as a Licensed NJ Foster Parent. I wanted to be part of an organization that works to help families and caregivers of children within the community, especially those living within the system of care.

I am a commercial real estate broker and serve as a board member for Official Liverpool Supporters Club - Jersey Shore

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Heidi Zaentz

Board Secretary

I worked in the field of early childhood education her entire professional career. My most recent position before retiring was as the executive director of Monmouth Day Care Center for over 22 years.

Over the years I have volunteered for several organizations, some of which include the Shore Chapter of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, my son's Hebrew school, the Monmouth County Mental Health Board and CASA of Monmouth County.

When I retired, I wanted to continue giving back to the community and I found FBSANJ. It was a match for me because of its mission. I wished I had known about FBSANJ when my son was young. I am pleased to be a part of this organization so that I can help families know they are not alone as they navigate what they need for their child and themselves.

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Raymond Brush

Board Treasurer

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Eric Houghtaling

Board Member

I worked as a union electrician for Local 400 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). In 2013, I served as the mayor of Neptune and from 2016-2021, served as an Assemblymember for District 11. I was also the President and District Administrator for Neptune Little League.

I continue to be involved with Local 400 IBEW’s apprentice program, as a recruiter and outreach coordinator. I also volunteer for Meals on Wheels and sit on the board for Ocean Health Initiative. However, my favorite role is that of grandfather to my seven grandchildren.

I joined the FBSA board in 2023 because I believe in the mission, I am community minded and I want to give back.

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Lynn Seaward

Board Member

I am a senior healthcare and behavioral health executive with over 25 years of experience in care systems, in both the public and private sectors.

I am currently serving as the Executive Director at both Community Care Partners / Home Care Family and Blue Star Recovery/Mental Health, where I specialize in operational leadership, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and systems transformation.

My prior roles include Director of Behavioral Health for Monmouth County Government, Assistant Director of Community-Based Programs at RWJBarnabas Health, and Director of Development, Community Services at FLACRA.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Kaplan University and am certified in tobacco treatment, recovery, coaching, and multiple behavioral health interventions.

I am actively involved in professional associations including the NJ Association of Counties, NJAMHAA, and NAADAC, and have received the Inventive Leader in Adult Prevention Services award from NJAMHA.

I serve on the Family Based Services board to help strengthen programs that support children and families. Using my expertise in behavioral health and systems leadership, I bring experience in strategic planning, program development, and cross-sector collaboration to ensure services are accessible, effective, and sustainable. Myr focus is on creating person-centered solutions that empower families to thrive.