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July 23, 2018
Tallahassee, Fla. (July 23, 2018) — Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed former State Representative Ronald Brisé to its statewide Board of Directors. Currently a consultant in the government affairs practice at the law firm of Gunster, Brisé previously served on the Florida Public Service Commission through multiple terms including in the role […]
Read MoreJune 22, 2018
While there may not be capes hanging on closet hooks, Broward County is home to heroes. You might pass them in the grocery store or in the office breakroom and may not even know the amazing impact they make within our community. They’re not living in hideouts or headquarters, but in your very own neighborhoods, […]
Read MoreJune 20, 2018
I was inspired by Byron Dobson’s recent piece highlighting FSU College of Medicine’s efforts to introduce students to opportunities to serve those living in rural areas. The need for quality health care in our underserved communities cannot be overstated, and we must continue to find ways to provide holistic care to citizens in these neighborhoods, from Havana […]
Read MoreMarch 22, 2018
Tallahassee, Fla. (March 23, 2018) — Children’s Home Society of Florida has appointed former State Representative Alan Williams to its statewide Board of Directors. A fifth-generation Floridian, Williams is recognized as one of the nation’s rising political leaders and consistently uses his platform to act as a voice on behalf of Florida’s most vulnerable families. […]
Read MoreMarch 13, 2018
Orlando, Fla. (March 13, 2018) – Orlando, Fla.-based Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS), the state’s largest provider of services to children and families, has named Andry Sweet its new chief operations officer. Sweet previously served as chief administration officer, where she oversaw CHS contract management, systems evaluations and process improvement. As COO, Sweet leads […]
Read MoreMarch 5, 2018
Celebrating holidays throughout the year is always a fun time for families to spend extra time together. With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, it’s a great opportunity to provide you and your family with some fun St. Patrick’s Day activities. While wearing your green and keeping an eye out for leprechauns, try out a few […]
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2018
The devastating shooting at Majory Stoneman Douglas High School has evoked many emotions—sadness, grief, helplessness, anxiety, and anger. Children struggling to cope with or understand their feelings may turn to trusted adults for help and guidance. Here are 5 things to consider when talking to your child about the tragedy. Start the conversation: After you […]
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2018
Far too many families have missed the opportunity to foster because of common myths and misconceptions. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the chance to change lives! The requirements and day-to-day expectations vary with unique circumstances, but a little knowledge can go a long way — especially when the right information can make […]
Read MoreDecember 11, 2017
The Palm Beach Post’s Nov. 15 story, “Why Palm Beach County is the ‘epicenter’ of the deadly opioid crisis,” bluntly lays out a significant tragedy occurring right outside our front doors. While the devastating number of deadly overdoses in our county – 571 last year – is certainly a crisis, my mind quickly shifts to […]
Read MoreNovember 22, 2017
From the moment they take their first step into adoption, adoptive parents are faced with unique challenges: Attachment challenges Attachment is an emotional connection between a child and a caregiver that is neurologically and biologically driven. Adopted children have experienced several broken or inappropriate attachments with significant people in their lives. This history of loss […]
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