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The Expert Angle offers an outlet for highly talented staff to share their knowledge with you. This forum is a place where content experts share information on topics that most closely resonate with the work they do. The Expert Angle is a collection of blog entries where our staff can explore the various entities of Center For Family Services’ mission and programs from the point of view of an expert in that role. The blog is a platform to help communities, individuals, and other social service professionals to learn and grow. 

National Self-Care Awareness Month: Taking Time to Care for Yourself

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Between work, family, responsibilities and everything else that fills our days, it can be easy to put ourselves last. September is National Self-Care Awareness Month, a time to pause and recognize the importance of caring for our physical, mental and emotional well-being.Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as taking a walk, getting enough sleep, spending time with people who support you, enjoying a favorite hobby or taking a few quiet minutes to recharge. Small, everyday habits can make a meaningful difference in how we feel and how we handle life’s challenges.…

A Welcoming Place for Support: Introducing the Harm Reduction Center

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Center For Family Services is proud to offer a new community resource in Camden designed to meet people where they are: the Harm Reduction Center.Located at 560 Benson Street in Camden, NJ, the Harm Reduction Center is a welcoming, fixed-site, low-barrier space focused on reducing the harms associated with substance use while helping individuals make informed decisions about their health and future.At the Harm Reduction Center, we believe every person deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion and respect regardless of their circumstances, substance use, housing status, recovery goals or…

Summertime Sadness

Posted on: | By: Erin Whittaker, MS, LPC Lead Clinical Director SVS Region 2 and 3
You’ve probably heard of the  Winter Blues, but how about Summertime Sadness? That’s right, we’re all at risk of self- harm and suicide even in those warm and sunny months. In fact, the rate for suicide attempts is highest between May and August.  Here’s why:Energy levels are peak during this time of year. This may be a great thing for a lot of people, but it may give some individuals who are experiencing suicidal ideation, the energy to act on negative thoughts.Watching everyone around you live their best lives may cause feelings of social isolation. Why aren’t I at the beach? Why…

Back-to-School Tips for Preschool Families

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Preschool is a family and child’s first introduction to the back-to-school routine. It is and exciting phase in a family’s next stage but can bring some first time worries and questions. While everyone has their own ways of preparing and routines that work for their dynamics, here are some general tips that can help make the transition to schooling smoother for everyone. Mosaic Early Learning is ready to welcome children into this milestone. Through a curriculum and facilities designed to put children on their first step of early education, children can begin their first day of school…

Wellness in Bloom: The Importance of Connection and Community as We Age

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Growing older brings many opportunities to learn, explore new interests, and build meaningful relationships. But as life changes, staying connected can sometimes become more difficult. Retirement, changes in family dynamics, mobility challenges, the loss of loved ones, or simply having fewer opportunities to interact with others can contribute to feelings of loneliness and isolation.That is why relationships and community connections are such an important part of healthy aging. Having people to talk with, share experiences with, and turn to for support can provide a sense of belonging and…

Nourishing Families, Strengthening Communities: Addressing Food Security

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A healthy community begins with healthy families and every family deserves reliable access to nourishing food. For many households, putting nutritious meals on the table isn't simply a matter of making healthy choices. Rising grocery costs, limited access to fresh produce, transportation barriers to the grocery stores, and other everyday challenges can make it difficult to consistently have healthy food options in the home. When families experience food insecurity, the effects extend far beyond an empty pantry. It can impact a child's ability to learn, an adult's physical and mental…

Project Backpack: Making Sure Everyone is School Ready

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Summer always seems to fly by, and before we know it, a new school year is just around the corner. Many of us have memories of going to pick out a brand-new backpack for school. But for many families, the start of a new school year is a stressful time. As schools require longer supply lists and the cost of everyday essentials continues to climb, preparing for the first day of school has become increasingly expensive. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that costs for school supplies were 9% higher in 2025 that the year before, and many families expect cost to higher again this year.…

Summer Learning Made Simple: Fun At-Home Activities for Preschoolers

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Summer is a wonderful time for preschoolers to explore, discover, and learn through play. The good news is that meaningful learning doesn't require expensive materials, elaborate lesson plans, or hours of preparation. With a little creativity, parents, caregivers, grandparents, and even older siblings can help preschool-aged children build important skills right at home. Continuing to learn and nourish young minds throughout the summer is important and can also help to keep routine! Here are some simple summer learning activities that support early childhood development while creating…

Don’t Be In the Dark - Common New Parent Challenges and Where to Find Help

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Entering parenthood is an exciting milestone filled with many changes. New parents can benefit from help to navigate the  new routines, resources, and milestone developments. In the early stages of life with a new baby, most new parents experience common challenges. Support is available to help new parents overcome these challenges. There are resources and support systems available to help parents build confidence and create healthy foundations for their childrenHealthy Families America is a national home visiting program, providing early intervention and family support services, helping…

International Day of Families: Celebrating Every Family, Connection and Dynamic

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 On this International Day of Families, we celebrate the people who shape our lives through love, support, traditions, and connection. Families come in many forms - parents and children, grandparents raising grandchildren, foster families, chosen families, blended families, and caregivers who step in when support is needed. No two families look exactly alike, and that diversity is what makes our communities stronger.Family traditions, whether big celebrations or simple everyday moments, help create a sense of belonging and stability. Sharing meals together, supporting one another through…

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