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Gifts that Give Back | CHS Holiday Gift Guide

November 29, 2023

It’s the season of giving! This holiday, bring deeper meaning to gift-giving with presents that give back. We’ve created a holiday gift guide to help you pick out the perfect gift for a child or family in need. Your gift will bring a smile and joy to a child, lift a burden for a struggling […]

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‘Forever families’ forged at National Adoption Day ceremony in West Palm Beach

November 18, 2023

WEST PALM BEACH — Children packed into a courtroom Friday, some timid and others wailing. One searched in vain for the therapy dog she’d seen on the way in, and then looked like she might start wailing, too. The face-painter was gone, and the magician had vanished. The only thing left were grown-ups in black robes. The […]

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Changing Lives and Brightening Futures for 121 years!

November 16, 2023

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 […]

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Children adoption groups working together to find forever families

November 8, 2023

November is National Adoption Month, and several local organizations are working together to find kids their forever homes. T.A. Walker Shined A Light on two organizations that work tirelessly to help create safe and positive opportunities for children and families. Children’s Home Society of Florida says their number one challenge is finding families who are open […]

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UCF offers free mental health services at local school to tackle counselor shortage

November 7, 2023

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Schools all across the country aren’t just dealing with a teacher shortage. They’re also facing a school counselor shortage. In our latest Saving Our Streets report, WESH 2’s Marlei Martinez tells us how UCF is bringing free counseling services to a local school. “Some of my students know classmates that have […]

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An apple a day: Second Harvest expands Central Florida school pantry program

October 25, 2023

A school food bank program that feeds kids at 65 schools throughout Central Florida just got a major boost. Insurance provider Aetna donated more than $100,000 dollars to support the work of Second Harvest’s School Partnerships Program, which feeds students at 65 schools in six counties. Schools can use the money to set up a food pantry, grocery store, […]

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Depression Awareness Month: Recognizing signs and finding support

October 24, 2023

In the depths of our thoughts, a silent epidemic often goes unnoticed: depression. It’s one of the most frequent mental health challenges therapists address, yet countless individuals suffer in silence, unaware of its grasp on their lives. Often, its symptoms get mixed up with those of other mental health challenges, especially anxiety. That’s why it’s […]

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Nourishing Communities for a Brighter Tomorrow

October 19, 2023

October 16th, nations around the globe recognized World Food Day. Observed annually, this day is dedicated to raising awareness about global hunger, promoting food security, and advocating for sustainable agriculture and nutrition. Did you know? Today, 1 in 7 Florida children face hunger. Many families are just one job loss or unexpected medical bill away […]

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Halloween Safety | Tips for Families

October 15, 2023

Whether spooky or sweet, celebrate Halloween safely with your family this year. If you’re trick-or-treating, remember to stay safe by staying seen: carry glow sticks or flashlights use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags wear light colors to help kids see and be seen by drivers Remind kids to stay in groups and […]

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UCF Center for Community Schools Welcomes $3.9M Funding Increase

October 11, 2023

CF’s Center for Community Schools will receive a $3.9 million boost in funding following recent approval from the Florida Legislature, resulting in a total of $11 million for the 2023-24 fiscal year to help support the center’s Community Partnership Schools initiative. Co-founded in 2010 at Evans High School by the Children’s Home Society of Florida, Orange County […]

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