Over the past six months, I have become familiar with the daily operations of The Family Center, the people and the wonderful array of programs and resources offered. I have come to learn that while The Family Center is a very small non-profit, it has a MIGHTY impact on the community it serves. Our dedicated group of board members, advisory council members and volunteers endlessly share of their expertise and assistance.

The Family Center prides itself on being the "hub of the community" for information and referrals for parents, caregivers and professionals. Our donors also take great pride in supporting the enrichment programs delivered to meet the interests of the community.

The 2009 edition of theRoad Map: Navigating The Adolescent Years has arrived! We are grateful to the support of our sponsors and to the professionals who lent their expertise. Please contact us for a complimentary copy of this exceptional resource guide.

I hope that you will find this latest issue of Family Central of great interest. With all the "busyness" in our lives these days, I ask you to take a moment to reflect and validate for yourself ... "my family is the center of my life"!

As always, please feel free to contact me. I welcome your suggestions as together we are building healthy, resilient, successful kids and in turn helping to build stronger families and a stronger community!

Deborah A. Liedel
Executive Director