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Upcoming Events:
Empower Together
March 28
Join The Arc for a free training session with Dr. Jeanfreau to build awareness and understanding in relationships and IDD.
Join us for a Learning Lunch About Patient-Centered Outcomes Research
March 28
Families as Allies partners with UMMC on a PCORI proposal to improve children's mental health.
Mental Health and Wellness Fair
March 29
This Health and Wellness Fair with the focus on “mind, body, and soul”, will take place on March 29th from 9:00 am 1:00 pm.
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Never About Us Without Us: Consider Calling Your Legislators About Family Representation on the ICCCY
Last week, we shared that Mississippi senators amended House Bill 924 to create an Interagency Coordinating Council for Children and Youth (ICCCY) executive committee comprised solely of state agency heads without
PCORI Learning Lunch on March 28 – Families and Partners Welcome!
We spend a lot of time at Families as Allies, ensuring that programs, providers, policies, and systems are family-driven. We also look at ourselves and ask the families if Families
Join the Hinds County ‘Community-Led Juvenile Justice Convening’ This Saturday, March 29th
The Hinds County Children’s Coalition (Families as Allies is a member) will hold a Community-Led Juvenile Justice Convening on March 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3450 Hwy 80