It is hard for a child to cope with parental illness. They struggle with uncertainty and questions, will I get sick? Or, who will take care of me? We understand and acknowledge that kids need space just to be kids. They need support and guidance in dealing with the complex emotions that arise, and sometimes, they just need someone to listen.
- The Buddy Program:
The Buddy Program is one of our most-loved and successful programs. We match children ages 6 to 17 with adult volunteers who provide friendship, outings, activities, support and positive role modeling. Volunteers spend 6-10 hours a month, one-on-one with children. The Family Center arranges and subsidizes group activities throughout the year for volunteers and children.
- Summer and Weekend Camping:
Children deserve the chance to explore the world outside of the city. Fully funded by TFC, we send children to sleep away camps each summer. We buy camping gear, host camp orientation and create respite opportunities for families.
- TeenSHARE:
Teens for Safety, Health, Awareness and Responsibility is a program where teens discuss healthy lifestyles, teen health and responsible choices. The teens attended a health conference and are now training to be peer educators. TeenSHARE is an ongoing program at TFC which provides teens the opportunity to get involved in their community.
The Family Center wins New York State's ONLY Federal Abandoned Infants Assistance Grant to serve infants and children perinatally exposed to HIV. Click here to read the press release!
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