To learn more about the merger, we invite you to our Sneak Peek Event:
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
Exclusive behind-the-scenes event
The Center for Families, the Board of Directors is honored to share with you our excitement that Center for Families is in the process of a merger with Community Partnerships, a local non-profit organization whose mission is to coordinate a system of care to advance mental health and wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We believe that through this merger we will be able to provide a stronger continuum of care to children and families; be positioned to expand early childhood education and home visiting, and build mental health capacity throughout all programs. It is important to us that as a supporter, you are informed of this exciting news early in the merger process.
Monday, December 19, 2016
2016 Year End Letter
As
we approach the end of our calendar year, and as a valued supporter of Center
for Families, the Board of Directors is honored to share with you our
excitement that Center for Families is
in the process of a merger with Community Partnerships, a local non-profit
organization whose mission is to coordinate a system of care to advance mental
health and wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We believe
that through this merger we will be able to provide a stronger
continuum of care to children and families; be positioned to expand early
childhood education and home visiting, and build mental health capacity throughout all programs. It is important to us
that as a supporter, you are informed of this exciting news early in the merger
process. As we move closer to the final date, we will keep you informed of
the progress, and look forward to you sharing in the celebration and unveiling
of the merged organization at the Circle of Hope event on May 19th, 2017.
We
recognize that your contribution, past and future, is a strong investment into
our family programs. Our promise to you
is that we are committed to
building stronger families and stronger communities through this merger.
Respite and Crisis Care ❚ Early literacy and School Readiness
Programs ❚ Home Visiting Programs ❚ Parental Stress Support ❚ Education in Child Development ❚ Support Groups/Workshops
We
continue to need your support because there are still
too many children growing up without a strong foundation and are not learning
key life skills. But Dane county’s most vulnerable citizens,
its young children and their families, can, and are, receiving care and support
through Center for Families family-focused, culturally responsive, and proactive
programming.
Each
day, we transform your support into a moment of peace and a piece of hope for
local families. Please consider a tax deductible
gift to Center for Families. Your gift
will allow us to help more families thrive in safe, stable environments and through
early literacy education. Please
contribute to our continued growth with Community Partnerships to better serve
more members of our community!
If you would like to help support our cause, you may donate online, or send payment to:
Center for Families
Attn: Development Office
2120 Fordem Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
Sincerely,
Eileen Mershart, Interim Executive Director
Meg Miller to retire after 34 years with the Respite Center program at Center for Families
Miller
has been at the helm of the Respite Center program since 1984.
Miller began as the Community Coordinator of the Respite
Center in 1982, when it was a grassroots organization. Since then, Miller
has overseen the Respite Center program as it has provided an important
safety net to families in crisis, by providing child care and parent support 24
hours a day, 7 days per week. The Respite Center serves over 800
children from nearly 500 families on an annual basis.
In
addition to managing the Respite Center program, Miller has served as
Co-Director and Executive Director for Center for Families during times of
transition. Miller was a significant catalyst in the merger that brought
together four nonprofit agencies, including The Respite Center, into becoming
Center for Families in 2011.
Following
retirement, Miller is planning a vacation to Jamaica with her husband and two
children.
Center for Families
Attn: Meg Miller
2120 Fordem Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
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If you'd like to send a note to Meg, please email eventcoord@centerforfamilies.org or mail to:Center for Families
Attn: Meg Miller
2120 Fordem Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Internship at the Respite Center program
Center for Families has an internship opportunity for those interested in child development and child care. This is an unpaid position in our Respite Center program. 12-15 hours per week.
The Respite Center works with families in crisis. Our 24 hour service is built upon the belief that well timed breaks from the difficult job of being a parent can help keep a family together. We work with families when the parent/child bond is at risk due to stresses such as poverty, social isolation, alcohol and other drug abuse, physical and emotional ill health, family and community violence, or poor parenting skills. These stressors affect all members of the family, continuing or creating destructive multi-generational patterns. The Respite Center interrupts these patterns through the provision of quality child care, counseling, and crisis intervention.
Your duties as an intern will assist our child care specialist staff in caring for children from birth through fourteen years of age with a wide range of social, emotional, and physical needs. You will meet with our social work staff during training and weekly at staff meeting to learn how we ensure that every member of the family needs are identified and met. You will undergo at least 40 hours of internal training and work closely with all staff during your time here. You will attend staff meeting each week and have a training and intern supervisor to meet with as you go along. You and your supervisor will come up with a project that will help the Respite Center program and meet your academic goals.
If you are interested there are other training opportunities available to you during your time here that are outside of your scheduled hours that the Respite Center will finance such as Shaken Baby/ Sudden Infant Death training, Infant and Child training , CPR, and First Aid. If you take advantage of the extra training opportunities you will be qualified as an early child care teacher in a child care setting including the Respite Center.
For more details or to discuss internship, please contact Meg Miller at 608-729-1180 or via email at megm@centerforfamilies.org
The Respite Center works with families in crisis. Our 24 hour service is built upon the belief that well timed breaks from the difficult job of being a parent can help keep a family together. We work with families when the parent/child bond is at risk due to stresses such as poverty, social isolation, alcohol and other drug abuse, physical and emotional ill health, family and community violence, or poor parenting skills. These stressors affect all members of the family, continuing or creating destructive multi-generational patterns. The Respite Center interrupts these patterns through the provision of quality child care, counseling, and crisis intervention.
Your duties as an intern will assist our child care specialist staff in caring for children from birth through fourteen years of age with a wide range of social, emotional, and physical needs. You will meet with our social work staff during training and weekly at staff meeting to learn how we ensure that every member of the family needs are identified and met. You will undergo at least 40 hours of internal training and work closely with all staff during your time here. You will attend staff meeting each week and have a training and intern supervisor to meet with as you go along. You and your supervisor will come up with a project that will help the Respite Center program and meet your academic goals.
If you are interested there are other training opportunities available to you during your time here that are outside of your scheduled hours that the Respite Center will finance such as Shaken Baby/ Sudden Infant Death training, Infant and Child training , CPR, and First Aid. If you take advantage of the extra training opportunities you will be qualified as an early child care teacher in a child care setting including the Respite Center.
For more details or to discuss internship, please contact Meg Miller at 608-729-1180 or via email at megm@centerforfamilies.org
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Seeking Substitute Childcare Specialist
Center for Families is seeking a Substitute Childcare Specialist for our Respite Center program.
This position requires a flexible schedule and includes day, overnight, and weekend hours. Experience with children birth through 14 with diverse needs preferred. Crisis intervention experience is a plus.
Contact Meg for additional information /application packet at 729-1180 or megm@centerforfamilies.org
The Respite Center is an equal opportunity employer. Men, minorities and bi-lingual individuals are encouraged to apply.
This position requires a flexible schedule and includes day, overnight, and weekend hours. Experience with children birth through 14 with diverse needs preferred. Crisis intervention experience is a plus.
Contact Meg for additional information /application packet at 729-1180 or megm@centerforfamilies.org
The Respite Center is an equal opportunity employer. Men, minorities and bi-lingual individuals are encouraged to apply.
Earn a donation for your cause by volunteering at The Brat Stand!
Center for Families is looking to partner with team to provide setup and tear down services* for our Brat Stand fundraiser happening during each UW Football home game. We need 6 to 8 people with the ability to bend, kneel, stand, and lift 40+ pounds. Each set-up and tear-down shift last approximately 1 hour (times vary based on kickoff times of the football games). Must be 18 or older.
Center for Families will gladly make a donation to your service group, or nonprofit of your choice, as a thank you for your partnership. If interested, please contact Julie at eventcoord@centerforfamilies.org. This is a first come/first serve opportunity as we would like to partner with one, maybe two, groups for the season and beyond.
*Duties include: unloading storage garage, setting up tent, serving area, tables, garbage cans, and fencing, hanging signage and other duties as needed.
Game dates are: 9/10, 9/17, 10/15, 10/29, 11/12 and 11/26.
Center for Families will gladly make a donation to your service group, or nonprofit of your choice, as a thank you for your partnership. If interested, please contact Julie at eventcoord@centerforfamilies.org. This is a first come/first serve opportunity as we would like to partner with one, maybe two, groups for the season and beyond.
*Duties include: unloading storage garage, setting up tent, serving area, tables, garbage cans, and fencing, hanging signage and other duties as needed.
Game dates are: 9/10, 9/17, 10/15, 10/29, 11/12 and 11/26.
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Get To Know Us Open House
Join us for an informal Get-To-Know-Us Open House! Learn the impact and outcomes of our programs, hear from families as they share their success stories, and meet our team. Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of our Respite Center program and our Play & Learn facility. This event is free to attend and open to all. RSVP required.
Date: TBD. The July 2016 was cancelled due to low attendance. We will reschedule for Fall 2016.
Center for Families is located at 2120 Fordem Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Reserve your seat today! julies@centerforfamilies.org or 608.729.1142.
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