Terrence Hibbert: I’m Honored to Join Families as Allies
I am incredibly honored (and daunted!) to step into the role of Executive Director of Families as Allies. Although I come to this role as with relevant professional experience, it…
Joy Hogge: ‘Go Forth and Conquer’
So many thoughts are going through my mind as I write this, my last blog post in my full-time role as executive director of Families as Allies. Even more feelings…
Families are the Experts When it Comes to Medicaid and We Need Your Voices Heard
At Families as Allies, we believe families are experts in their own lives, and that policymaking is strongest when the people most affected are at the table. In our April…
Congratulations Cateria Ward. Thanks for Your Wise Words.
Today, Cateria Ward finished her internship with Families as Allies, and we wish her the very best in her future! Cateria is pursuing a bachelor's degree in social work from…
A Big Shout Out to the Hinds County MAP Team!
Almost every county in Mississippi has a Multidisciplinary Assessment and Planning (MAP) Team, often known more informally as "Making a Plan" teams. State law designates MAP Teams as the single…
Reach Out To Your Legislators, They Want to Hear From You
This time of year, we spend a lot of time telling you about the legislative session and different bills that might be important to your family. One reason we do…
Jackie Clolinger, right, at a luncheon with the Families as Allies team
A Fond Farewell To Jackie Clolinger
This month, we wish Jackie Clolinger—who is near and dear to us at Families as Allies—the best as she moves on to the next stage in her life journey. Jackie,…
You Can Help: Support the National Federation of Families
In its own words, "The National Federation of Families supports families across the lifespan. Families whose loved ones experience mental health and/or substance use disorders during their lifetime. We believe our…
With Love and Appreciation to All Dads on Father’s Day
This Sunday, June 15, is Father's Day. We appreciate all the dads, granddads and dad-like men who are part of Families as Allies. Thank you. We see your kindness with…
My Mother’s Day Wishes for You
We share Mother's Day wishes with moms who are part of Families as Allies each year. I spent a few days pondering what to say this year. Being a mom…