CHS Blog
Showing Up Matters: Fathers Helping Children Grow from the Start A child’s first teachers aren’t found in a classroom. They’re often the parents and caregivers beside them from their very first days, helping them explore the world, build confidence and discover what they’re capable of. At Children’s Home Society of Florida, our Ready to Grow […]
The Ripple Effect of Supporting Families Early in Life Every child deserves a safe, healthy start. But helping children thrive begins long before their first day of kindergarten. It starts with supporting parents during pregnancy, strengthening families in a child’s earliest years and ensuring caregivers have the resources they need to build safe, nurturing environments […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a powerful reminder that mental health support saves lives. At Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS), our Behavioral Health team is on the front lines every day, making sure no child or family has to face struggles alone. From anxiety and depression to trauma and behavioral challenges, young people across […]
The Community Partnership School staff at Edward H. White High School in Jacksonville are truly on a mission to support any and everyone who walks through the school doors. Students often face challenges they can’t handle alone and that’s when the staff steps in to provide the support and resources they need to be successful. […]
This October, as we recognize Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month, we want to emphasize the importance of creating safe environments for our youngest community members, ensuring they have a strong and healthy start. Every year, more than 3,600 babies in the U.S. tragically lose their lives to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental […]
August is a time for fresh starts, especially for students gearing up for a new school year. It’s a month filled with the excitement of new backpacks, teachers, and opportunities—a clean slate for every child to succeed. But for families in under-resourced neighborhoods, this can also be a challenging time as they strive to provide […]
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect, and to educate communities and families about how to prevent it. Sadly, a child is abused or neglected every 48 seconds in America*. And rates of child abuse and neglect are 5x higher for children in families struggling […]
Child literacy is not just about decoding words on a page; it’s a cornerstone of a child’s development and future success. Reading ignites the imagination, expands knowledge, and fosters critical thinking skills from a young age. Reading cultivates empathy and lays the foundation for communication skills. 80% of children living below the poverty threshold fail […]
The 2024 legislative season brings new opportunities for our child advocates to continue CHS’s legacy of GOOD. Since our founding in 1902, our local and state leaders, advocates, team members and volunteers we have worked tirelessly to drive necessary policy changes and support the continuation of successful and effective programs that positively impact the lives […]
This year has been a grand celebration! As we reflect on the past year and our incredible 121-year legacy, it’s a perfect time to express our deepest appreciation for your support and dedication. We wouldn’t be where we are today without YOU … our cherished donors, devoted volunteers, dedicated board members, passionate team members, and […]
Since 1902, Children’s Home Society of Florida has helped children and families by supporting and empowering parents to raise their children in healthy, nurturing homes. During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we celebrate families working hard to break cycles of abuse and neglect, to create safe and stable homes for their kids, and to build […]
When you’re a new parent, it can be overwhelming, confusing and, sometimes a bit scary. Catherine related to these feelings because she was an expecting mother dealing with a lot of life changes all at once. “My husband and I found out we were pregnant weeks after leaving the military. We came to a quick […]
When Tanya became pregnant with her first child she joined Children’s Home Society of Florida’s Healthy Families – a program that provides encouragement, practical guidance and resources to parents throughout Florida. During weekly sessions, and in the comfort of their own homes, parents – like Tanya — learn how to help their children reach key […]
Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to prevent diseases and keep your family safe. But in recent years, myths and misinformation have created vaccine hesitancy – both delaying vaccinations and leading families to skip them all together. In fact, about 1 in 5 parents is considered “vaccine hesitant.” Vaccine hesitancy and misinformation can […]
“Healthy Families has helped me a lot — with information, diapers, things for my baby — it also helped me emotionally,” shares Serena, a mother of three. Serena was deep in financial stress and felt alone with no one to turn to. She wanted to provide the best for her children, but she struggled to […]
