Kids Dental Day
The Good Samaritan Health Center of Atlanta is hosting a "Kids Dental Day". Read More »
Annual Report and Annual Outcomes Report are online
Families First's Annual Report and Annual Outcomes report are now online! Read More »
Adopt a Family 2012 UPDATES
We have several new families for Adopt a Family to be adopted and we are expecting a bunch more in the near future. Read More »
The Second Mother: A Doula Story
Families First has recently partnered with Amerigroup to provide doula services to women at risk for having low birth weight babies. Read More »
The Adolescent Brain: New Research and Its Implications for Young People Transitioning From Foster Care
New research proves that positive youth development opportunities for youth in foster care can make a huge difference. Learn more about what Families First does to ensure the success of Georgia's most vulnerable youth. Read More »
Dining for a Difference 2012 Sponsors (As of September 2011)
The 2012 Dining for a Difference sponsorships are already rolling in! Families First is pleased to announce the sponsors for the 2012 Dining for a Difference Event to date. Read More »
Watch our FAMTV: Our new Video Series
Families First teams up with Broadcast Atlanta to feature a bi-weekly video series. Read More »
From the Streets to Success
Jairus is a scholar, an athlete, and a leader. He graduated from Tri-Cities High School in May of 2011 with a 3.4 GPA and the highest ACT score in the school's history. Although his future is bright, his past presented many challenges for him. Nevertheless, Jairus persevered and received a full ride to the Air Force Academy. He will attend in the Fall of 2011. Read More »
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Overcoming Life Hurdles-- Success Story from Families First Counseling Services
On the track, Jakia plunges into sand as she masters the long jump. She demonstrates her need for speed in sprints. She dashes over hurdles with agility and ease. But in her personal life, Jakia struggled with the hurdles of managing her hurts from the past, insecurities in the present, and anxieties about the future. She wanted to overcome these various hurdles and her first step was contacting Families First. Read More »
Adopt-a-Family 2010
During this time of economic distress, many families are unable to provide their children and families with the basic necessities; much less Christmas presents. The Adopt-a-Family program extends an opportunity for the community to get involved in making this a joyous holiday season for everyone. Read More »
Families First CROP Initiative
Families First is excited to launch the CROP Initiative. CROP (Cooperatives Raising Organic Produce) will encourage youth living in two of the Families First cooperatives to play an active role in growing their own produce. The objective is to transform Families First's available land into quality, sustainable urban farms for the youth to use for growing food. Read More »
Gubernatorial Race: Keep Georgia's Children on Our Minds
A list of questions and information to consider before you vote. Read More »
The Community Volunteer Award Goes to....
Congratulations to King and Spalding and Arcapita - recipients of the Business to Business Partnership Award for their work with Families First's Second Chance Home program. Read More »
John and Polly Lewis
Families First honors John and Polly Lewis for their commited to fostering youth at the 2010 Dining for a Difference Event. Read More »
Families First welcomes Sean and Leanne Tuohy to the 2010 Dining for a Difference Event
The 2011 Dining for a Difference Event is an annual fundraiser held by Families First. This year, the event highlights foster care and the people who support youth effected by familial separation. Read More »
Foreclosure Prevention Forum Press Release
Foreclosure Prevention Forum and Fair to spotlight trends in foreclosure crisis, propose solutions for local families Read More »
Families First Rolls Out New Web Site
Families First has collaborated with Decatur based Red Tusk Studios, to re-design and develop their new Web site. "We view the web site as an important and integral tool for communicating and disseminating information to our supporters and the general public," stated Families First President and CEO, Pat Showell. Read More »
