A Growing Circle of Support

A Growing Circle of Support

Struggling. Feeling alone. Afraid to leave her home. On the brink of a mental crisis. And all in the middle of a pandemic. Desperately trying to hold her mental health together on her own, but still recognizing her own needs, Jada* bravely reached out for support....
Just Being People

Just Being People

About two years ago, one of our host families began a hosting for Brittany*, a young single mom. A natural friendship began, and the families kept in touch with each other after the placement was over. When COVID hit hard in the spring of 2020, Brittany’s small...
New life, New Opportunity

New life, New Opportunity

The dictionary definition for the term “crisis”, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is “an emotionally significant event or radical change of status in a person’s life.” Almost everyone experiences a crisis at least once in their life....
Laboring Together

Laboring Together

Labor Day serves to remind us how important our work is towards the betterment of the economy and society around us.  For many, it is a day to relax and to celebrate those who have made our country prosperous and and strong. Safe Families for Children also wants to...
Community Makes a Difference

Community Makes a Difference

The definition of a relationship according to google states that it is “the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected”. When we find ourselves in relationships, we have a better chance of conquering life’s...
A Tale of Amazing Resource Friends

A Tale of Amazing Resource Friends

There are many ways to get involved with Safe Families for Children. From becoming “host family” for those vulnerable children, to a “family friend” who encourages and supports the family in crisis. Each and every position is celebrated and appreciated. Every day, we...
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