Fostering Behavior

As a child with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, growing up in the 1980s and 1990s was challenging. At the time, there was little understanding, and I was often labeled the “bad kid.” I experienced abuse that increased my anxiety, but I was also fortunate to encounter adults who truly saw me, supported me, and helped guide me toward my best self.

I’m deeply grateful for the progress in mental health awareness over the past few decades, and for those individuals who stood by me when I needed it most. Because of them, I’m passionate about helping other adults learn how to see the potential in every child.

Fostering Behavior LLC has shifted its focus to parent training, where we teach understanding, the functions of behavior, and effective interventions that support each child in becoming their best self.

Adults who care make the biggest impact on children who need guidance.

🎉SAVE THE DATE! 🎉
JFCS 2026 ANNUAL EVENT
THURS APRIL 23 at 6PM
Florida Blue Conference Center
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway

Special thanks to our Honorary Chairs, Pat Geraghty, former CEO of GuideWell and Florida Blue, and his wife, Inger Geraghty, as well as our Event Chairs, Michael and Glori Katz.

Last year, our case managers supported 1,381 children and teens in foster care across Duval, Baker, Bradford, Union, and Alachua counties. They worked to keep each child safe and supported, while helping move families toward reunification whenever possible.

For sponsorships and ticket opportunities, visit the following link to make your gift: https://jfcsjax.org/events/2026annualevent

Please contact Susie Menaged, Chief Development Officer, with any questions at [email protected] or (904) 394-5727.

Coming Soon: Fostering Behavior will be returning as a Parent Training model only.