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Welcome to the Children's Board Family Resource Centers of Hillsborough County! Funding for services is generously provided by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County . The Children's Board invests in partnerships and quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County. The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) function as a strong, collaborative partnership with agencies committed to families in our communities. The Centers are proudly managed by Lutheran Services Florida Find a CBFRC Near You! What Do the CBFRCs Do? Health & Safety BayCare Kids and St. Joseph's Children's Wellness and Safety Center provide high-quality health and safety programs, classes and services to Hillsborough County residents. Visit your local Family Resource Center to register for Mobile Medical Clinic, CPR/First Aid Certification Class, Developmental Screenings, Car Seat Safety and Distribution Class and more! View All Services Check the Schedule Center-Driven Programming The CBFRC Teams develop, plan and facilitate an array of fun, engaging and educational programs for children and families. Sighting Sight Words, Math Mania, Explorer's Club, Arts and Crafts, Sensory Play, Story Time, STEAM, Nutrition Classes, and so much more! Learn About Our Programs! Language Classes Learn Arabic, English, Mandarin and Spanish at no cost to you! ReDefiners World Languages offers intergenerational language classes at the seven CBFRCs to Hillsborough County residents. Read More & Register! Learn & Play Tampa Bay The CBFRCs are partnered with Glazer Children's Museum to provide weekly Learn & Play sessions at each of the CBFRCs! These playgroups are designed for children up to age five and their caregivers who live in Hillsborough County. View the Schedule and Register 2024 Children's Board Family Guide View the 2024 Family Guide and learn about all of the programs and services funded by your Children's Board of Hillsborough County, including the Family Resource Centers. Read About CBHC Focus Areas Become a Member of Your Local CBFRC! The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) welcome all Hillsborough County residents. Programs and services are offered at no cost to you. From our innovative center-driven programs, to services provided by community partners, to on-site resources such as computer labs and public notaries - we hope that you find what you are looking for! Visit your local CBFRC to become a member and receive membership cards for your family members. Please bring photo identification for adults. Membership is valid for all CBFRC locations. Find a CBFRC Near You! Gun Safety PSA Watch the new Gun Safety PSA published by your Children's Board. More CBHC News

BayCare Kids and St. Joseph's Children's Wellness and Safety Center Programs and Services LOS PROGRAMAS Y SERVICIOS REQUIEREN REGISTRO, POR FAVOR LLAME AL CENTRO AL QUE LE GUSTARÍA ASISTIR PARA REGISTRARSE. SALUD Proporcionado por profesionales capacitados de St. Joseph's Children's Wellness y centro de seguridad Cuidado de niño sano: Los niños que no tienen seguro y que tienen Medicaid reciben vacunas y exámenes físicos de niño sano gratis con cita con la Clínica Médica Móvil. Clases de nutrición: Clases divertidas que incluyen actividades que enseñan al niño sobre alimentos saludables, nutrición y hábitos alimenticios. Examen de audición (desde el nacimiento hasta los 18 años) Examen de la vista (de 6 meses a 18 años) Proporcionado por Preserve Vision Florida Servicios dentales preventivos (de 6 meses a 18 años) Proporcionado por Suncoast Community Health Centers y Tampa Family Health Centers

Nadine Center Manager Nadine was born and raised in Lebanon. She is a Pharmacist, graduated from the Lebanese University. She recently moved with her family to the United States. Nadine joined the CBFRC Brandon family after being members with her family for months. Her family had joyful moments and big help from the center, which made her wanted to join them to spread joy and support, too. Her boys are everything for her! She recently discovered a new passion for craft works and decorating items, so when she has free time, you can find her painting and decorating items. Je parle le français و اتكلم العربية ايضا Ingrid Intake and Referral Specialist Ingrid Arias Cardulis born in Cuba, in the city of Havana. She has a bachelor as Licensed in Education, on the specialty of Spain Language and literature at the University of Cienfuegos, and a Master degree in Education. She loves teaching, and believes in the power of the words, and the education. Had experience in Middle school and High school, but mostly in High Education. On the last 23 years she has worked in the Spanish Department at the University of Cienfuegos. Yo hablo Espaṅol! Haley Family Specialist Haley was born in Fort Hood, Texas but grew up in Schweinfurt, Germany. She has lived in many places including Texas, Georgia, Kansas, Oregon and Germany. Haley moved to Brandon, FL in 2017. She is currently pursuing a degree in Human Services. Before joining the FRC she was a preschool teacher. Haley loves laughing, and cuddling with her bearded dragon Reptar. Monica Support Specialist Coming Soon Family Specialist (Part-Time)

Hillsborough County Check on the Feeding Tampa Bay site daily for feeding sites. https://feedingtampabay.org/findfood Florida Division of Emergency Management Cooking and Feeding Sites: Cooking & Feeding Sites (arcgis.com) Additional Resources: https://www.floridadisaster.org/ The City of Tampa has opened sites to deliver vital supplies to residents impacted by Hurricane Milton. Drive-through PODS – point of distributions sites – are handing out supplies including water, MREs, and ice at two locations. Gandy Boat Ramp (5108 W Gandy Blvd., 33611) Al Lopez Park (4810 N Himes Ave, 33614) The drive-through PODS will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, and will stay open daily for up to a week, as long as there are supplies. Hillsborough County Comfort Station, in conjunction with the National Guard:. The comfort station is located at the Progress Village Senior Center, 8701 Progress Blvd., Tampa, FL 33619. The site opened at noon, Oct. 14, and will operate daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until further notice. The comfort station offers showers, restrooms, washers and dryers for laundry, and a cooling tent. Hot food or boxed meals will be available at lunch and dinner times. Replacement of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) SNAP Recipients who lost food due to Hurricane Milton can apply for food replacement by completing the form located at https://www.myflfamilies.com/milton The Hillsborough County BRC is located at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center (ECC), 2101 E. Palm Ave., Tampa, FL 33605. The BRC is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The center is closed on Sunday. Free parking is available across Palm Avenue. Hillsborough County and the Florida Department of Emergency Management (FDEM) are establishing a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for individuals impacted by Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. The MARC will be staffed with personnel from federal, state, regional partners, and non-profit agencies to ensure residents have access to all available resources following the storm events. Town 'N Country MARC : Town ‘N Country Regional Public Library, located at 7606 Paula Dr #120, Tampa, FL 33615 9AM-5PM For more details: https://hcfl.gov/newsroom/2024/10/13/first-multi-agency-resource-center-marc-to-open-in-hillsborough-for-residents-and-business-owners-in-need-of-assistance Plant City MARC: Florida Strawberry Festival TECO Expo Hall, 2301 W. Oak Ave., Plant City, FL 33563 in Plant City 9AM-5PM | Seven days a week til further notice: https://hcfl.gov/newsroom/2024/10/15/multi-agency-resource-center-marc-added-in-plant-city-to-further-aide-residents-and-business-owners-in-need-of-assistance?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2osYIAJFxld54p65hPcCRFijLnx-QNGTEoCcj35uBLNHnjat-yME_19ng_aem_nykAMuPCD7wGzLRsWnnwXQ

Megan Programming Specialist Matthew Programming Specialist Coming Soon Quality Assurance Specialist

Yenny Center Manager Yenny was born in Colombia, but moved to Seville, Spain after graduating from High School. While in Spain, she studied Social Integration and Sociology. She then moved to the U.S. and lived in Portland, Oregon and Chicago; later relocating to Tampa. As a Florida resident, Yenny has worked in non-profit organizations, servicing families in different Hillsborough County communities. Yenny believes that her service to a family begins by dedicating full attention to listen to them and identify their needs. She endeavors to provide the families all the assistance they need and qualify for. Yenny always shows a smiling face, as she believes this transmits empathy. It is very rewarding when the assisted families respond to her services, also with a smile :) . ¡Yo hablo español! Coming Soon Intake and Referral Specialist Leonila is native to La Ceiba, Honduras. She speaks fluent Garifuna, Spanish, and English. Leonila started her work in the educational system in 1988 and spent several years working as a school principal in Honduras. Once she and her family moved to the United States she continued her career with a focus in childcare education. Leonila believes that life is a learning process and her greatest passion is to serve children and families. ¡Yo hablo español y Garifuna! Jacqueline Support Specialist Jaqueline was born in New York and moved to Ponce, Puerto Rico when she was 5 years old. She have a Bachelor Degree in Social Work and is currently completing her Master Degree. Since 3rd grade, Jaqueline have participate in missionary trips to Dominican Republic, Haiti and Venezuela helping families with needs. Her professional goals are to serve the families of the Hillsborough County and write a book about her work experiences. " Yo hablo español" Tiffany Family Specialist (Part-Time) My name is Tiffany, I was born here in Tampa. I am a mother of three and I have been a member with the Childrens Board family resource center for more than 5 years. My family and i have been able to get valuable information and opportunities as members. Now to have the chance to help other families as a support specialist is a proud 360 moment. As a Tampanian It is a pleasure to be able to help other people living here to improve their quality of life. I am excited for the chance to meet more of our community members and assist them in meeting their needs. Evelyn Family Specialist

Elizabeth Center Manager Originally from Quito, Ecuador, Elizabeth has lived in the U.S. since 2005 and in the Tampa Bay area since 2009. Prior to joining LSF (Children's Board FRC), she worked for a nonprofit Organization in Tampa, serving youth and children in a Temporary Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Program, as Office Manager in Temporary Foster Care and as Youth Care Worker in Shelter. Elizabeth has an MBA in Human Resources and her passion is serving the community. She believes that families can thrive when given the right resources and support to improve children's social, emotional, and cognitive skills and build their confidence. As a member of the LSF team, Elizabeth feels blessed. Yo hablo Español! Karem Intake and Referral Specialist Karem, born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia, studied Business Administration at the Autonomous University of Colombia. My experience in this country has been focused on working with children of school age helping them, caring for them and teaching them about their basic needs or requirements, always being a support for them, I can say that it makes me happy to see them smile!! ¡Yo hablo español! Enith Family Specialist Edith Delgado was born in Panama, City, she finished her high school diploma there, and she enrolled in college for two years, obtaining an associate degree in External Relations, in 1994 she married, and moved to the USA, after many years she went back to college at HCC, to study Early Child Development. She loves to serve people; she was doing volunteer work in the juvenile jail in El Paso, Texas. She loves to help families and is happy to be part of the Lutheran Services Florida Family. ¡Yo hablo español! Glenis Support Specialist Norka Family Specialist (Part-Time) Norka was born in Venezuela and is a mother of three and a grandmother of two. She is a professional Engineer, and teacher that enjoys teaching math. Becoming an immigrant has allowed her to find a new reason for life; support other immigrant families offering them the necessary tools to obtain stability and achieve progress wherever they are. Norka share her time in two organizations, Hispanic Services Council, providing support in the Active Parents Newtork program and in the Family Resource Center, as support for the different programs and activities for parents and children that our center offers.

Marisa Center Manager Dr. Marisa Martinez has over 20 years of experience in K-12 education. Marisa is from Chicago and lives in the Tampa area with her family.She earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Chicago State University, a Master's in Administration & Supervision from Loyola University and an undergraduate degree in Secondary English from DePaul University. Her various roles as a high school English teacher, school counselor and administrator have prepared her well for the role of Early Childhood Service Coordinator. Marisa enjoys serving the community, spending time with her family and traveling. ¡Yo hablo español! Aysun Support Specialist Aysun was born in Gaziantep, Turkey - a beautiful city where she desired even as a child to help others. She went to Gaziantep University of Turkey and graduated with an AA Degre in Business Management. Soon after in 2011 she moved to Tampa, Florida. She has 3 beautiful kids. Currently she is studying for a BA degree at Islamic University of Minnesota. Her goal is to be able to help others achieve their goals and help them find resources to succeed. Ben Türkçe konuşuyorum! Celina Family Specialist Coming Soon Intake and Referral Specialist Katrina Family Support - Part Time

Tyheshia Director Prior to joining Lutheran Services as the Director of the Children’s Board Family Resource Center, Tyheshia worked as an Executive Director for a small non-profit in Denton, TX. Their mission was to provide families with housing services, financial support, and case management they need to break the chains of generational poverty on their road to self-sufficiency. During her entire 20-year human services career she has focused on providing services that impart individuals with the tools they need to be successful and self-sufficient. Her commitment to helping others is illustrated by her work history. Tyheshia is an 8-year Veteran of the United States Navy. She served as an Operations Specialist responsible for gathering, processing, and disseminating information in the Combat information Center. Later she worked to assist fellow Veterans transition to civilian life. Tyheshia is a firm believer in collaboration and believes that no one organization or individual can end anything anywhere; success can only be achieved when you come together as a community and work cooperatively towards the common goal. Tyheshia’s a Georgia Peach that’s married to someone from the Frozen Tundra (Wisconsin). They have 3 children and a cat all born in different states: Washington State, Florida, Wisconsin, and Texas (Oreo the Cat). Although Tyheshia is not from Tampa, her Tampa Bay roots run deep. Tyheshia’s family is from a small community started by migrant workers and sharecroppers at the very tip of Manatee County on called Rubonia. The descendants of those individuals still live there to this day. If you ever you find yourself at the South County Center ask me about: JAPAN! Parisa Operations Manager Parisa is Iranian and speaks Farsi, Spanish and English. She has worked in multiple countries with many cultures and societies. Parisa's experience includes: Fifteen years as a teacher, ten years translating, and seven years at Family Resource Organization in Venezuela. ¡Yo hablo español! من فارسی صحبت میکنم! Lynique Early Childhood Service Coordinator Supervisor Lynique relocated from Maryland to Florida to join the CBFRC Team. Lynique possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Services, with a concentration in Child and Family studies and a Master of Science degree in Executive Leadership & Change with a concentration in leadership within nonprofit organizations. She describes herself to be a highly motivated, compassionate individual with over 20 years' experience working with children and families and 15 years of supervision. Solymar Programming Manager Solymar is originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico. She is a dedicate theater educator with 15 years of experience inspiring students through the transformative power of the performing arts. She is also a Trainer of the Standard of Quality of the National Family Support Network. Prior to join our team she worked with our funder, the Children's Board as a Public Relations Outreach. Her goal for our centers it's to create quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County. ¡Yo hablo español!

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