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Upcoming Events:
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
September 9
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
October 14
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
Families as Allies Board Quarterly Board Meeting
October 15
The Families as Allies quarterly board meeting will be held in ZOOM and is open to anyone who wants to attend.
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Living With Grief: How Grant Me Justice Walks Alongside Families After Homicide
When Felecia Marshall lost her daughter Lexi to homicide, she didn’t know her grief would eventually connect her with other families facing the same devastating loss. What began as a
Walking Beside Families: The Power of Parent Peer Support
Parent peer support is built on a simple but powerful idea: Families facing challenges can benefit from someone who has traveled a similar path. In a recent Families as Allies
‘I Voice My Opinion to Support My Child’: LaRonda Langston’s Journey as a Parent and Advocate
When LaRonda Langston adopted her three children, she knew they needed stability and someone committed to helping them grow. What she didn’t realize then was how much she would have