How can we help you?
Who We Are
Family Resource Center (FRC)
- Family Resource Centers are local community centers that support parents and families find resources.
- Raise & Shine offers Early Start services which provide services such as education, resources, and training for families.
- Early Start Family Resource Centers (EFRCs) help families navigate local resources and link families with the right services in their community.
- At Raise & Shine, you can expect family-driven support from staff, peer support, referrals to services for you or your child, and helpful trainings and workshops.
Family Empowerment Center (FEC)
- Raise & Shine is also a Family Empowerment Center (FEC). This means we offer peer-to-peer support and advocacy for families with special needs.
- We are committed to providing parent-center, inclusive, and culturally appropriate trainings to our community and staff.
- Raise & Shine’s FEC serves children and families with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 22 years old.
- We are dedicated to bringing you accessible, equitable, and consistent support and education to build resilience and a stronger community.
Community Engagement
Raise & Shine engages with our community in the following ways
- Triple P Classes
- Community Navigating
- Family Consulting
- Early Start Services
- Trainings
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
- Diapers
- 0-5 Play Group (Tuesdays at 9:30-11 AM)
Purpose & Values
Purpose & Vision
Raise & Shine’s purpose is to foster community resiliency by promoting and encouraging quality family engagement.
Our Vision is to help mentor families in strengthening their own protective factors by increasing connection and belonging within our community.
Values
- Connection
- Integrity
- Empathy
What to Expect
Family-driven advocacy from people who understand what you are going through and appropriate referrals that meet your needs.
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