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Clothing can be a form of self-expression. In many cases, it can be used to help one find oneself. Colors, patterns, and trying out different styles can make a huge difference in self-esteem and overall confidence. Clothes have a story to tell, and so do the people wearing them like Family Scholar House participants Kwanita and Dia. They both had the honor of being professionally styled at the cabi Love Local Clothing event and the blog details their stories.

March was Social Work Month, a time to recognize the invaluable contributions of social workers in our communities. In honor of this occasion, we sat down with Laura and Matai, two of our dedicated social work interns, to delve into their experiences with Family.

In the heart of Houston, a beacon of hope is rising for student families facing housing insecurity. Thanks to our partnerships, Family Scholar House (FSH) has brought its transformative program model to Texas. This expansion speaks volumes about the growing need for support services tailored to the unique challenges faced by student parents in pursuing higher education. The pre-residential program, initiated with generous support from MolinaCares, serves as a vital bridge, helping students acclimate to the program and fostering community collaborations. 

This is the time of year when we must remember that every relationship doesn’t look picturesque. This month is dedicated to amplifying voices and experiences in relationships and to helping differentiate between healthy, unhealthy, and abusive ones. This blog discusses how Family Scholar House supports participants who have experience with unhealthy or abusive relationships and how our culture can focus on promoting healthy relationships.

In this blog, Olivia Hinkle, wrote about her roles as Cumberland’s Regional Resource Developer for FSH Resources, a brand of Family. She shares the impact it has on her professionally and personally.

Our intern, Loghan Currin, shares why she chose to volunteer at Family Scholar House and her most endearing moments.