As federal support is cut and public conservation efforts fall short in reaching rural Black farmers, one Black-led organization is creating new lifelines to protect historic legacies.
In Tuesday, January 28th's Social Services and Public Safety (SSPS) Committee, Council will hear an update on the Family Care Center from the Director of Family Services, Sheila Horton-Holt.
The Family Care Center was established to support teen mothers through education, career preparation, parenting support, health care, and childcare from resources provided by LFUCG, Fayette County Public Schools, Bluegrass Regional Comprehensive Care, the University of Kentucky, and other community partners.
The center provides four core programs:
The Early Child Care Program
Care and education for children six weeks to five years old.
The Family Service Coordination Program
Provides intensive case management to families working toward independence and stability.
The Health Access Nurturing Developing Services (HANDS) Program
Home visitations to new and expecting parents that help to address their questions and concerns.
The Parent Education Program
Provides high school education and parent support services to young parents to help them reach parenting and educational goals.
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Watch the meeting: The Social Services and Public Safety Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 28th at 1pm in Council Chambers.You can attend in-person or watch live on LexTV.
Jemi Chew is a senior at the University of Kentucky majoring in journalism with minors in Arabic and Islamic studies and public policy. She is passionate about rural and community journalism and proud to call Kentucky home.
