Sep 5, 2025 | Noteworthy Thoughts, Success Stories
Over the years, research has confirmed what we have long known at Safe Families. Long-term relationships can help people facing crises by creating a stable foundation of trust, safety, and consistent support. This secure environment can foster resilience, reduce...
Aug 7, 2025 | Announcements, Media Mentions, Noteworthy Thoughts, Relevant News, Success Stories
by Dr. Dave Anderson, Founder and Executive Director of Safe Families for Children In July, we received some incredible news that I’m so excited to announce. Safe Families for Children (SFFC) has been approved as one of only 29 nationally recognized support programs...
Jul 1, 2025 | Announcements, Noteworthy Thoughts, Success Stories
“I was lost, depressed, scared, and alone.” Tia was struggling with severe depression when she was fired from her minimum-wage job. Unable to make rent, Tia and her nine-year-old son, Austin, were evicted from their studio apartment. With nowhere to turn...
Jun 5, 2025 | Announcements, Noteworthy Thoughts, Success Stories
by Jennifer Tuinstra, Safe Families SW Michigan Chapter Rarely does “and they all lived happily ever after” conclude a real story. The ups and downs, the twists and turns throughout a journey: these are where God cultivates true discipleship. Safe Families...
May 6, 2025 | Announcements, Success Stories
by Micah Ventura, Program Director, Greater Portland, OR In my previous role as a crisis intervention family therapist, I often found that the most meaningful conversations with teens occurred during our drives together in my trusty two-door Honda Civic,...
Mar 5, 2025 | Announcements, Noteworthy Thoughts, Success Stories
by Cheyenne Erickson, Chapter Director of Safe Families Austin, TX At Safe Families for Children, we often describe our work as a bridge between the community and the church. But what does that truly mean? What does it look like in practice for local congregations to...
