HFH Summer Camps Staff Host Camper Recruitment Event for HFH Families
HFH Summer Camps staff recently hosted Camper Recruitment events at all five HFH family residences. Kids were invited to participate in a sand art activity while parents were able
Celebrating Employees Who Have Returned to HFH with a Nod to the Future
Sparked by his own career journey, HFH Executive Director John Greenwood recently hosted a Welcome Back Breakfast to celebrate employees who have returned to HFH service and kick off a series of conversations
Local New York Public Libraries Connect HFH Families with Free Resources
Last month, staff from Soundview, Eastchester, and Ottendorfer New York Public Libraries set up tables at Allie’s Place, Williamsbridge, and Clinton Family Residences respectively.
Spotlight On: Noelle Roberson
Noelle Roberson, Director of Family Services at Williamsbridge Family Residence, is regarded by all who have had the pleasure of meeting her as someone with a wealth of knowledge in the social services field. As a
Prospect Kids Ages 5-17 Share “What Love Feels Like” in Recent HFH Logo Coloring Contest
Last month, the Prospect Afterschool and Rec team hosted a residence-wide coloring contest. Afterschool and Recreation Supervisor Patricia Striggles was inspired by the HFH logo—a house with a heart—and tied it into
A Series of Sweet Celebrations: Valentine’s Day with HFH
We're in love with the matching outfits and valenTIEs! Friends and families at the Saratoga Family Residence gathered for a fabulous Valentine's Day function.
Saratoga Early Childhood Education Center Gets “Eggy” With It!
Earlier this month, the educators at Saratoga Early Childhood Education Center conducted an egg-cellent science experiment with their youngest learners. The purpose of the experiment was to show that no matter what we look like on the outside, we
Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment Welcomes New Culinary Intern from the Community: Noreen
Noreen started at Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment as a student in Culinary Essentials 1, the Center’s core five-day job-training course. Having developed a passion for learning the ins and
Showcasing the Power of Dance and Mindfulness at Prospect Afterschool & Rec Showcase
In December, the students in Prospect’s Afterschool and Rec program ended their semester-long dance residence with DMF Youth by sharing their accomplishments with friends and families at an unforgettable final showcase. Wearing matching
We Live in Art: Prospect Afterschool Explores Photography and Hosts Exhibit
Over the last few months, students in the Prospect Afterschool & Recreation program have been learning the ins and outs of photography with Miss Jhomalys from Kids With Cameras. Their work culminated
Snapshot: Where and How Families at HFH Exit Shelter
In New York City, families with children stay in shelter an average of 534 days before exiting—a length of time that has increased over the last five fiscal years. To better understand the dynamics and challenges of moving out of shelter,
RAP4Bronx Brings the Allie’s Place Community Together to Ring in the Holidays
Holiday cheer was in the air at Allie’s Place at a recent event hosted by Bronx-based organization RAP4Bronx. Volunteers handed out goodie bags, hot chocolate, and gingerbread cookies to Allie’s Place residents,
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The kiddos in Allie’s Place Early Ed recently wrapped up National Reading Month with a special week of guest readers, including our friends from @nypdcommaffairs and staff from our Central Office! It was a wonderful month filled with exciting stories and new favorite books—all while building literacy skills and fostering a love of reading. 📖📚
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