Welcome to the Family Strengthening Network Summit 2023
Greetings, Family Strengthening Network teams!
We are very excited to celebrate you at our annual summit on June 15, 10:00am – 12:30 pm!
We have these summits every year to express our heartfelt thanks for the amazing work you do. Your commitment to supporting families is truly impressive and inspiring. But those are just a couple of the words that describe you. Here are a few more:
Home visitors, nurses, outreach specialists, hospital liaisons, supervisors, data and admin coordinators — you all play an integral role in building a stronger and healthier Los Angeles County. And because you’re helping kids get the best start in life, you’re not only making a difference now, but for generations to come.
This year’s theme is Creating Connections: Building an Inclusive Home Visiting Village. With our network’s growing efforts to engage fathers and other partners, to meet the needs of nontraditional families, and to ensure that we’re culturally competent and respectful to all, we’re amplifying and broadening our impact.
No matter who it is or what their circumstances, you provide a non-judgmental ear and a compassionate heart. The safe space you create gives your clients a unique opportunity to openly express their concerns, ask questions, and receive the help they need. That’s powerful!
On behalf of the countless families whose lives you have touched, we extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation. Your selflessness and dedication set an example for us all and remind us of the power of human connection and support.
Scroll down to see the shout-outs team members gave each other before the 2023 Summit!
Thank you again for your your compassion, your contributions, and your commitment to helping families!
— LA Best Babies Network, on behalf of the Family Strengthening Oversight Entity
(First 5 LA, LABBN, and Work2Live)
Thanks for the shout-outs! Thanks for the great work you do!
ARP team you Rock!!!💜💜
A big shout out to Dr Burrell who set the Summit on fire. Your story & energy is inspirational & inspiring! From getting kicked out of therapy, learning to navigate your trauma, while being a single mom, to obtaining a Doctorate is truly a testament to your Resiliency! My take aways from today was: Rest, Reset, Return & the Power of Mentorship to empower the families we serve! You can’t do better until you know better!
A BIG SHOUT-OUT to the AMAZING Welcome Baby Team at Providence Little Company of Mary, SP/TMMC – Each one of you are an inspiration who make a positive difference in the life of so many parents & children, every day.
May today remind you why you do this work and recharge you to keep on going!
Thank you, Melissa, Alex, Jen, Nicole, Rafael, Eria, Janeth, Myeisha, Evelyn, Ana, Martha, Carolyn, Maggie, and Monica!!!!!
Arlene has always lifted my spirits and taught me to be resilient. She is patient with me and teaches me in a way to grow. Especially to empower myself. Thank you Arlene and shout out to you!
To our team, I am in awe of our collective resilience and compassion.
Thank you to Latreece and Paty for your mentorship and guidance. Thank you to fellow team members for nourishing my growth and for our moments of shared laughter.
May we continue to thrive, show up for our community, and utilize our voices for reason.
Much love to you all!