Two Mississippi groups seek input from families, youth and other interested individuals about the education system and services for people with mental health and substance use challenges. We encourage you…
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued this announcement: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is pleased to announce that the agency's draft Strategic Plan…
In 1970, the Autism Society established April as Autism Awareness Month to help people recognize the signs of autism and learn more about what it is like to live with autism.…
On March 29, Families as Allies staff gathered on Facebook and Youtube for a live discussion of our current priorities and reminders for families in Mississippi. After everyone introduced themselves, Executive Director Joy Hogge…
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. In recognition of the month, the Child Welfare Information Gateway shares several publications focused on supporting families and preventing child abuse: Separating Poverty From Neglect…
The Paid Family Caregiving for Children with Medical Complexity and Disabilities webinar is a valuable resource for families.
Every time there is a fifth Wednesday in a month, we go live at noon to hear your feedback and questions, share what’s been going on at Families as Allies…
Our Mississippi Legislative Update follows bills to help you make the best decisions for your children and family.
March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day, and the theme is With Us Not For Us. We at Families as Allies resonate with that theme and encourage all of you to watch this video that brings home why this message is so important.
These are Families as Allies initial comments about the Mississippi Division of Medicaid (DOM)'s Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) Waiver renewal application.