Family Resource Centers

A family resource center is a non-profit, community-based setting available and accessible to all families in that community. The center has services and programs that are designed to meet the needs of the community it serves. Individuals may access services not only in times of need, but as a regular part of day-to-day life.

Family resource centers offer a welcoming atmosphere for family-oriented programs, resources, activities and classes to strengthen families and promote positive parenting. Families work in collaboration with staff and volunteers to create positive social change and build supportive community networks.

 Family resource centers provide to individuals, families and children a range of support services that promote family health and well-being through support and education. Individuals and families are encouraged to build upon their unique strengths and skills to reach their highest potential. Family support and prevention services are provided to all families, typically through collaborative efforts with other social services agencies and local public and private organizations.

 Family resource centers have, as their core programs, services that are designed to build on the strength of families with young children and individuals, as well as promote the health and well being of children, families and the communities in which they live. Family resource centers are focused on primary prevention services.

 Services offered by family resource centers are ongoing, evidence and outcome-based, effective, and measurable through participants’ voluntary engagement in program evaluation.