Family Support Services

Family Support Services Pasco & Pinellas Counties thanks our many state and community leaders, judiciary, partners, staff and everybody who joined us today during our ribbon-cutting at our updated Largo headquarters! ?? It's been a joyful day, and we are proud to share this great space with everyone as we work for the benefit of Suncoast children and families. Special thanks to Sec. Shevaun Harris of Florida Department of Children and Families; Chris Sprowls, former Speaker of the Florida House; and Josh Nixon, our Board Chair, for speaking during the ceremony, and the volunteers of the GFWC North Pinellas Woman's Club for your help today! ?? Read more about our gains in the Suncoast community from today's event at fssc6.org/news. More photos at facebook.com/fsssuncoast! #CommunitySupport #TeamFSS #feelgoodfriday #thankyou ??Tent by Coastal Rental Center ?? Balloons by Balloon Bouquet Tampa Bay

As our communities face the aftermath of back-to-back hurricanes, we’ve witnessed remarkable strength and resilience. Our community and partners have come together, offering support in extraordinary ways. Citrus Family Care Network, thank you! Though our families and communities have been tested, this moment has highlighted the power of hope and partnership. Together, we are stronger, and it takes all of us to rebuild and restore a sense of normalcy for our children and families. Thanks to our team, @christinaneedham, @chinahall and @dustinchueka! #HurricaneRelief #CommunityStrength #Resilience #StrongerTogether #CommunityPartners #DisasterRecovery

Conversation Starters from our Youth Council: What's something you enjoy that you feel comfortable sharing with me? Whether that leads to trip to the skate park or the craft store, you'll have learned and shared something new! Follow Family Support Services for more #FosterYouthVoiceMonth content and ways to support #fosterfamilies and youth in care all year long! #fosteryouthvoices #bethevillage #parenting #InspireChange #teentuesday

Conversation Starters from our Youth Council: How frustrating would it be if your needs and concerns weren't being heard on a daily basis? Make space in your day to talk and ask how you can help make sure their voice is being supported. Follow Family Support Services for more #FosterYouthVoiceMonth content and ways to support #fosterfamilies and youth in care all year long! ?? Email [email protected] (North Florida) or [email protected] (Suncoast) to get involved in advocacy for our teens. #fosteryouthvoices #bethevillage #FosterFriday #InspireChange

Family Support Services is closely monitoring the developments of Hurricane Milton, with the safety of the children and families we serve and our staff our top priority and focus. FSS offices in Pasco and Pinellas counties are closed with staff working remotely as able. We hope to resume normal operations on Friday, but FSS will communicate any changes to this as more information becomes available. ??For more information and storm prep tips, including links to evacuation zones, go to https://lnkd.in/etA4_aF. #HurricaneMilton #SuncoastCommunity #stormready

Get ready for the next FSS #traumainformed training for #SuncoastParents! ?? Learn how to useTrust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) to strengthen relationships. Register by Oct. 14 -- email [email protected] or 727-248-5917. See you there! See the event page on Facebook.com/fsssuncoast for more information! #parentingtips #communitysupport #TBRI #traumainformed

?? October is #FosterYouthVoiceMonth! Family Support Services joins Selfless Love Foundation to elevate the voices of youth impacted by foster care. Listening to their experiences and ideas is crucial to creating a child welfare system that supports the people it serves and helps them to thrive.? Email [email protected] or [email protected] to see how you can support young adults in care and go to FamilySupport.org. #fosteryouthvoices #YouthVoice #FosterYouthVoiceMonth #YouthVoiceinAction #BeTheVillage . . . From @selflesslovefoundation ??October is #FosterYouthVoiceMonth!??? Selfless Love Foundation believes youth voices and experiences are vital to fostering change. We began a movement in 2019 to elevate the voices of youth formerly in foster care to advocate for themselves and system changes. This year, more than 30 states are participating in the movement that has become Foster Youth Voice Month. Join us as we celebrate the impact of youth voice in action!!???? #FYVM #FosterYouthVoiceMonth #YouthVoice

Did you see Center of Hope's Executive Director Jada Hunter on WJXT4 The Local Station / News4JAX this morning? ?? Thank you for having us on The Morning Show to talk about the #PinkParty and Baptist Health Jacksonville #BuddyBus -- we'll see you this Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 6 p.m. for Pink Party 2024! ??? Pink Party 2024 at Center of Hope ??? Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 6-8 p.m. Emmett Reed Community Center 1093 W. Sixth Street Jacksonville, FL 32209 You can still sign up for your no-cost mammogram on the Buddy Bus -- go to https://lnkd.in/ecwszsxv by Oct. 8 to save your place! #positivelyjax #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #thinkpink #standuptocancer #beatcancerjax #CenterofHope #communitysupport #womenshealth

In coordination with our partners at Northeast Exchange Club of St. Petersburg, Ferg's of St. Pete, Old McMicky's Farm and Children's Network of Hillsborough County, special events planned for this weekend are being postponed due to #HurricaneHelene. We are working together to communicate new dates to all who planned to attend both the charity concert and Child Adoption Education Day, and tickets for tonight's concert will be honored at the future date. We look forward to future events for the benefit of our Suncoast community! FSS Suncoast offices in Pasco and Pinellas counties remain closed today, Sept. 27, and expect to resume normal operations on Monday, Sept. 30, but we will communicate any changes as information becomes available. We are still available to assist you. Please call our office in Largo at 727-456-6000 or go to FamilySupport.org for information. #StaySafe #SuncoastCommunity #stormready #flchildren

Just a week away from the Center of Hope Pink Party! ??? Join us for an evening of food, games, raffles and fellowship with friends and neighbors in the 32209 community, along with special guest anchor Jeannie Blaylock and exclusive stories of resilience you won't hear anywhere else! ?? Pink swag bags and treats for all attendees! ??? Pink Party 2024 at Center of Hope ??? Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 6-8 p.m. Emmett Reed Community Center 1093 W. Sixth Street Jacksonville, FL 32209 ?? Share the event at https://lnkd.in/euab_xu6 ?? You'll also be able to register for your screening on the Baptist Health #BuddyBus, returning to Center of Hope on Tuesday, Oct. 29 -- save your spot by Oct. 8 at https://lnkd.in/ecwszsxv! ?? A fun and important night for all -- invite your sister, mom and friends! #CenterOfHope #EndCancerJax #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkParty #BuddyCheck #dtjax #ilovejax #communitysupport #FreeEvent