Family Futures

Meet Maria!

She's worked in outpatient therapy and social work. Her true passion "empowering families to thrive!"

"I am passionate about strengthening families because I believe they are the foundation of a healthy community."
- Maria

At Family Futures, we know families come in many forms. This month we celebrate LGBTQ+ parents, caregivers, children, and loved ones who make our community brighter and stronger for all 🌟! We'll be joining the Grand Rapids Pride Center center at Grand Rapids Pride Festival this weekend June 20-21. Take a look at our monthly activities calendar to see what other events we have for the month of June!

If you're interested in creating a strong, healthy relationship with the kids in your life, join us for "Connection before Correction"- the next session in our Trauma and Resilience Trainings!

Details:
🕛: WHEN- Wednesday, June 24th, 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
🌐: WHERE- LINC UP Gallery, 341 Hall St SE
🤩: Led by Stacey Goodson, MS from Amoyan Training and Consulting, LLC

FAQ's:
❓: Can I come to this training if I didn't attend any of the other ones?- YES! You are welcome to join any session.
❓: Do I need to bring a lunch with me?- Nope! Free lunch is provided.
❓: Can I bring my kids?- YES! Kids are welcome! We will have activities and games to keep them occupied during the one-hour training.
❓: Where do I sign up?- No need to register, we will be ready for you!

See you there!

Grand Rapids Southeast Promise Neighborhood

✨Meet Elle and Rebekah, our Healthy Families Kent County Supervisors! ✨

Between them, they bring 25 years of experience, and they both agree about why home visiting matters:

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦Meeting families where they are
🤝Building a relationship based on real trust
💪Strengthening families so they can give their kids the support system they need to thrive

Thank you, Elle & Rebekah, for everything you do!

Grand Rapids Southeast Promise Neighborhood Neighbors,

Next week will be the last chance to participate in a data collecting session that will help shape GRESPN's action plan for the next 5 years!

There will be 2 identical sessions at the Community Center at MLK Park (City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation) at 4:30 PM and 7:00 PM, FREE dinner, and FREE childcare.

We'll be discussing what it takes to take the next step towards college or career.

Don't miss it- we want to hear from you!

We all want the best for our families. What do we need to make it happen? Come and have dinner, review local school data, share your experiences, and talk about how we can support our students together. RSVP now: bit.ly/GRSEPNOurVoice

There are six opportunities to share your voice! June 9, 10, and 17, 4:30 to 6 pm or 7 to 8:30 pm, free food trucks 6 to 7 pm.

Quench Queens (all events): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61589237966871&sk=about
D's Jamaican Kitchen and Grill (6/9 and 6/10): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086473032568
Let'z TACO Bout It (6/9 and 6/17): https://www.facebook.com/Letztacoboutit
El Globo (6/10): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568811692970
Taste Of Toya’s World (6/17): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067529671607
As a neighborhood, we will explore real data about our community. Does the data fit what we're living? What's missing? What would we build if we had the power? Let’s get curious together. We'll learn from each other and honor our common experiences as neighbors.

What happens with what you share: GRSEPN brings the findings back to us. Our priorities shape GRSEPN's action plan for the next five years. Help design what comes next for our neighborhoods!

Childcare provided (please register at least 2 days in advance if you need childcare or interpretation services).

Get more details at the Events page on our website.

If you're looking for diapers, we have diapers. But Diaper Day was never meant to be just a giveaway. It's an opportunity to connect with resources.

To meet people who care.
To learn about programs designed specifically for young moms.
To discover a community that wants to walk alongside you long after the diapers are gone.

Because your story matters. And your future matters.

Thank you to , , , RelianceOne and the incredible One of Fifteen community for helping make this event possible.

Grace's Table | 909 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids
June 8 | 4:30–7:00 PM

Pregnant and parenting mamas ages 13–24 welcome
ID required
Diapers and wipes available while supplies last

Family Futures Friday! 🤩

Our first Family Futures Friday! This week is all about our Connections program.👥

Check out our website to see how you can help your child "Thrive by Five"! https://familyfutures.pulse.ly/crd8rgpkwu

We're hiring!

We're looking for people to join our team in the following roles:

🎤Communications and Development Coordinator
📱Connections Operations Coordinator
🚼Healthy Families Kent County Generalist
🎉Community Engagement Generalist

For more information, visit: https://familyfutures.pulse.ly/g8lkmx5lwb