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Celebrate National Parents Day

Jul 20, 2026

Celebrate National Parents Day

National Parents Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Sunday in July. This year, National Parents Day falls on Sunday, July 26. This day recognizes the hard work and dedication parents are committed to, as well as the role parents play in the lives of children and our world. It celebrates parenting as a team…
5 Free Ways to Keep Kids Learning This Summer (1)

Jul 13, 2026

5 Free Ways to Keep Kids Learning This Summer

Summer break is a time to relax and have fun, but it’s also a great opportunity to keep kids learning through simple everyday experiences. Learning doesn’t have to involve worksheets, expensive camps or structured lessons. Some of the best learning happens through play, creativity and curiosity. According to Scholastic Parents and Raise Curious Kids, families…

Jul 10, 2026

CFACE Retreat: Reflecting on Time Spent Together & Moving Forward

At the end of June, the Center had the opportunity to come together for our bi-annual team retreat to reflect on the first half of the year and look forward to what’s to come. Everyone traveled to Wilmington, North Carolina to spend time creating training activities, reconnecting with each other, and thinking about the future.…
Helpful Resources and Tips for Summer

Jun 29, 2026

Helpful Resources and Tips for Summer

Summer can bring long sunny days, outdoor fun and opportunities to spend time with family and friends. It can also bring challenges like extreme heat, food insecurity and finding safe places to stay cool. Here are some helpful resources and simple tips to stay safe, healthy and refreshed this summer. Staying Hydrated During the Summer…
Ways to Celebrate All Father Figures

Jun 19, 2026

Ways to Celebrate All Father Figures

Father’s Day is a time to recognize the people who guide, support and care for us. While many families celebrate fathers on this day, father figures can also include grandfathers, stepfathers, uncles, brothers, coaches, mentors, foster parents and other trusted adults who make a positive difference in a child’s life. Celebrating father figures does not…
Celebrating History, Culture and Community This Juneteenth

Jun 15, 2026

Celebrating History, Culture and Community This Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a U.S. holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States and is often called Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. It began on June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and announced that all enslaved African Americans were free. This moment came more than two years after the…

Jun 8, 2026

Family Preservation: The Heart of Reunification Month

June is recognized as Reunification Month, a time to celebrate families who have worked through challenges to safely stay together or reconnect after separation. It also raises awareness about the importance of family preservation and reunification efforts, while highlighting the support systems, services and community partnerships that help families remain stable, connected and safe during…
Breaking the Stigma: Talking About Children’s Mental Health

May 25, 2026

Breaking the Stigma: Talking About Children’s Mental Health

Mental health is vital to well-being, yet it remains a difficult topic for many families. Stigma around children’s mental health is a major barrier to timely care, and it can cause families to feel shame, guilt or fear of judgment. Misunderstandings, negative beliefs about mental illness, and concerns about treatments like medication can lead parents…
Beyond Placement: How Stability Impacts Children in Foster Care

May 18, 2026

Beyond Placement: How Stability Impacts Children in Foster Care

When a child enters foster care, the immediate goal is often clear: find a safe place for them to stay. But safety alone is not the full picture. What happens after placement matters just as much. For many children, the difference between simply being placed and truly thriving comes down to one thing: stability. Stability…

May 8, 2026

Simple Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a chance to pause and celebrate the care, strength and everyday love that mothers and mother figures bring into our lives. While flowers and brunches are lovely traditions, the most meaningful moments often come from simple, thoughtful gestures. Here are a few ways to celebrate the day! Give Her the Gift of…