Pride Month: Why Do We Still Need Pride?

In the early morning of June 28, 1969, members of the LGBTQ community began the first of a series of spontaneous riots in response to a police raid on the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, Manhattan. This raid was one of many police raids that had historically been targeting bars … Read More

Dedicated to Helping Others

Thanks to the Presbyterian Women at the Northminster Church children will have new toys to play with in our children’s waiting rooms.  Muriel Herzig and Donna Cunningham delivered some much needed items…replacing broken crayons and well used coloring books.  The Journey Project had requested some Magna Tiles, which are a … Read More

New Substance Abuse Treatment Program Launched

Through their strategic partnership,  Family & Children’s Society (F&CS) and Family Counseling Services (FCS) are now offering outpatient substance abuse treatment in Broome County for those struggling with addiction.  The new clinic is co-located in the outpatient mental health clinic operated by Family & Children’s Society at 257 Main Street in … Read More

Making the Holidays a Little Brighter

We are most grateful to the employees of NYSEG, and Coughlin & Gerhart for helping make the holidays a little brighter for 100 families who receive services through Family & Children’s Society. As part of the Binghamton area’s Employees Booster Club, the wonderful employees of these two companies purchased and … Read More

Grant Enables Information Technology Hire

For many years, Family & Children’s utilized internal staff for basic technology needs. As technology became more complex, the time and technology skills needed to support the computer network, electronic medical records (EMR) and billing systems dramatically increased and the agency began contracting with outside companies for technology support, which … Read More

OASIS Program Back in Action

On October 30, the OASIS After-School Program kicked off its re-opening with a welcome back pizza party. Many students returned from previous years along with a handful of fresh faces new to the program. Amanda Vesely was the guest of honor, introducing the new staff to the group: Coordinator Rachel … Read More

Award Recipients Celebrated

On October 5, Family & Children’s Society honored staff and community members for outstanding service. Congratulations to Home Care Aide Sally Tomanek who was recognized for 30 years of service; Leadership Award Winner Holli Stayton, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Family & Children’s; and Esther W. Couper Award Winner Dr. … Read More

Volunteers Tackle Agency Landscaping Project

It’s the little things that make a big difference – like flowers, mulch and curb appeal, all of which help employees and clients feel valued and comfortable as they walk in the door. Thanks to Empower Federal Credit Union, Family & Children’s now has these special touches. Employees from Empower … Read More

Seeking Nominations for Esther Couper Memorial Award

The Esther W. Couper Memorial Award, presented annually for outstanding service and dedication to the children and families of our community, was established by Family & Children’s Society in 2001 in honor of the agency’s founder. The award recognizes an individual, regardless of position or status, who exemplifies commitment and … Read More