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The Glazer Children’s Museum believes in engaging parents, caregivers and children in playful learning opportunities. Learn & Play offers quality early learning experiences, which lead to long-term success in school and life. Families can enjoy explorative play, music and dance, arts and crafts and so much more. Learn & Play Tampa Bay bilingual playgroups are offered at no cost to you at sites throughout Hillsborough County. Funding for this program is generously provided by Children’s Board of Hillsborough County . To register, please visit glazermuseum.org/learnplaytampabay

AGENCIAS SOCIOS Bienestar de los niños de St. Joseph y Centro de seguridad El Centro de Bienestar y Seguridad para Niños de St. Joseph's brinda servicios de salud y bienestar a niños y familias en toda la Bahía de Tampa, que incluyen: Clínicas de seguridad para ciclistas y peatones; Clases de seguridad para niños pasajeros; Clases de primeros auxilios y resucitación cardiopulmonar; Clínica Médica Móvil; Clases de niñeras seguras; Programas de nutrición y bienestar basados en la escuela; Clases de charlas para adolescentes; La tienda de seguridad; Recursos de seguridad hídrica; y más. El Centro de Bienestar y Seguridad para Niños de St. Joseph's proporciona el dominio de Salud y Seguridad para los Centros de Recursos Familiares de Children's Board junto con los Servicios Móviles. Museo Infantil Glazer Las experiencias de aprendizaje temprano de calidad conducen al éxito a largo plazo en la escuela y en la vida. El Museo Infantil Glazer cree en involucrar a los padres, cuidadores y niños en oportunidades de aprendizaje lúdico. Las clases de Learn & Play Tampa Bay se ofrecen sin costo para usted en los sitios de todo el condado de Hillsborough. Los fondos para este programa son generosamente proporcionados por Children's Board of Hillsborough County . WEBSITE Redefinidores Idiomas del mundo, Inc. Fundada por un educador de tiempo completo, un padre y un defensor del aprendizaje de idiomas, ReDefiners es una organización sin fines de lucro que se enorgullece de ser pionera en la programación de educación temprana de idiomas en el condado de Hillsborough. La organización está formada por profesores cualificados, estudiantes voluntarios internacionales y profesionales de los negocios apasionados por la educación lingüística y cultural. Ofrecemos clases de idiomas en árabe, chino (mandarín), español e inglés para niños de PreK-5 ° grado. ReDefiners ofrece clases de Aprendamos español en los centros de Brandon, Town 'N Country y Temple Terrace. WEBSITE WEBSITE Junior League of Tampa The Junior League of Tampa is committed to helping break the cycle of poverty for our most disadvantaged children and families through child welfare and education initiatives. The Junior League provides each CBFRC with a Giving Library, stocked with English, Spanish and bilingual books, as well as diapers and baby supplies. WEBSITE Comunidad Suncoast Centros de salud Centrándose en la atención médica primaria y la odontología general, Suncoast sirve como el hogar médico y dental de muchos de los residentes y trabajadores migrantes y sus familias que viven en el este y sur del condado de Hillsborough. Suncoast actualmente opera siete clínicas y dos programas de extensión dental, incluido su entrenador dental de última generación. Los centros de salud comunitarios de Suncoast brindan servicios dentales preventivos en los CBFRC en el este del condado, Brandon y el sur del condado para niños de 6 meses a 18 años. WEBSITE Fundación Salud de la Familia La Family Healthcare Foundation debe ser el líder de confianza en nuestra comunidad que garantiza el acceso a una atención médica asequible y de alta calidad. La Family Health Care Foundation busca maximizar la cobertura de salud mediante el establecimiento de asociaciones con los sectores público y privado, gobiernos estatales y locales, proveedores de atención médica y socios comunitarios. De esta manera, la Fundación puede aprovechar mejor los recursos. WEBSITE Mayores en servicio Seniors in Service es reconocido por su capacidad sobresaliente para involucrar, administrar y movilizar anualmente a más de 700 voluntarios mayores de 55 años en los condados de Hillsborough, Pinellas y Pasco, satisfaciendo las necesidades de los desatendidos en nuestra comunidad a través de la colaboración con más de 150 socios comunitarios. Además, un Coordinador Académico y voluntarios proporcionan a los niños desde jardín de infantes hasta tercer grado fuera del horario escolar actividades de alfabetización educativa en el sitio en los Centros de Recursos Familiares de Children's Board. Preservar Vision Florida Preserve Vision Florida es una organización sin fines de lucro que ofrece 59 años de educación y servicios de la vista a niños y adultos de Florida. Nuestro enfoque es promover una atención de la vista saludable de por vida a través de la promoción, la educación, las pruebas de detección y la investigación. Preserve Vision Florida ofrece exámenes de la vista en los Centros a través de la Clínica Médica Móvil. WEBSITE Mayores en servicio Seniors in Service es reconocido por su capacidad sobresaliente para involucrar, administrar y movilizar anualmente a más de 700 voluntarios mayores de 55 años en los condados de Hillsborough, Pinellas y Pasco, satisfaciendo las necesidades de los desatendidos en nuestra comunidad a través de la colaboración con más de 150 socios comunitarios. Además, un Coordinador Académico y voluntarios proporcionan a los niños desde jardín de infantes hasta tercer grado fuera del horario escolar actividades de alfabetización educativa en el sitio en los Centros de Recursos Familiares de Children's Board. WEBSITE

Yesenia Support Specialist Yesenia Chestaro was born in the city of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where she began her studies at the Autonomous University of Santiago in a tourism business administration career. She has always liked working directly with people, helping and providing services. Yesenia worked for 5 years in the BAHIA PRINCIPE hotel chain, she got married and moved to the United States in 2017. She has always been fascinated by the idea of studying, working and helping people in the healthcare area. She considers herself a self-capable person with a great desire to grow both professionally and personally. She is a faithful believer that with effort and dedication, you can achieve any goals in life. ¡Yo hablo español! Ibsen Family Specialist (Part-Time) Born in Quito, Ecuador, Ibsen moved to the United States in 2006 and has called the Tampa Bay Area his home ever since. Graduated from Brooks DeBartolo Colligate High school; he is currently studying Information Security at USF. But what he loves most of all is music, writing, history, and spending time with family. In his free time, you can find him playing the piano, jogging, talking to the wall, or enjoying a cozy video game with a nice cup of tea. He’s overjoyed to be a part of such an amazing team and is set on building a safer future for the children and families in our Hillsborough community ¡Yo hablo español! Sabbir Center Manager MD Sabbir Hossain was born in Noakhali, Bangladesh. He is a dedicated community development professional with over 12 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. He holds a bachelor's degree in finance and Banking and a master’s in Peace, Conflict, and Human Rights, and is currently pursuing a second master's in public administration. Sabbir has extensive expertise in project management and emergency response, having served over five years with the Association for Aid and Relief, Japan as Acting Office Representative in the world’s largest refugee settlement. His career spans humanitarian work and corporate roles, including three years as a Customer Manager. Passionate about humanitarian service, he strives to create sustainable solutions for vulnerable communities. Ana Intake and Referral Specialist Ana Maria Vera Davidson is originally from Peru and attended University in Peru, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Education. She started her career as a science teacher and worked in that field for over 10 years. Ana moved to Tampa in 2015 and decided to further her education and now attends Hillsborough Community College. Ana started as an intern for the Family Resource Center, she fell and love and soon after became an employee. When asked about working at the Resource Centers Ana said, "I love working at the CBFRC because I believe that one person can make a huge difference in someone's life. When we treat people with love and patience, nothing is impossible". Ana's hobbies include walking and reading. She loves animals and has two small dogs Misty and Mickey. ¡Yo hablo español! Mario Family Specialist Mario was born and raised in Tampa, he's a recent graduate from Hillsborough high school and now he's taking up sports medicine at HCC. Mario is determined to help families in need of resources. And now as a full-time Mario believes it's an Honorable pleasure to be apart of this team and help make difference in people's lives.

Joai Center Manager Joai Broughton is a dynamic community leader, ordained pastor, certified Christian Mental Health Coach, and author with a passion for helping others heal, grow, and thrive. Originally from New Jersey, Joai now lives in Plant City, Florida, where she actively serves through outreach initiatives, empowerment events, and faith-based programming. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration management and brings a strong professional background to her current role. Prior to joining the Children’s Board Family Resource Center, Joai served as the president of a software company and worked in a major banking institution for over 15 years. Her combined experience in corporate leadership and ministry has equipped her with a unique blend of strategic insight and spiritual care. Joai is a wife, mother, and proud new Gigi. She enjoys serving her community, spending time with her family, and relaxing with her favorite creative pastime—coloring. Carolina Intake and Referral Specialist Darrie Family Specialist Darrie was born on the Bay Island of Roatan, off the coast of Honduras Central America. She moved with her family to the main land of Honduras at the age of 14, where she studied Short hand typing secretary and Bachelor's degree in science and literature. Darrie has been working in the past as a customer service representative for over 16 years. She enjoys helping people and making them feel at home with her warm welcoming smile. She moved to Florida in 2021, and joined the CBFRC team where she is continuing to develop her passion of helping the community. She is fluent in English and Spanish Maria Support Specialist Hi, my name is Maria Macedonio , I am the oldest out of my 3 siblings. I love to shop and go to theme parks in my free time , I also love to cook , I am currently going to HCC in Plant City for Nursing, which I hope to become one day . I am bilingual and enjoy what I do, which is helping people. I’ve lived in Plant City my whole life and enjoy the strawberry festival which is what Plant City is known for . Coming Soon Family Specialist (Part-Time)

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! Amanda Family Specialist Amanda is a longtime Florida resident who loves books, nature, and laughter. She graduated with a degree in literature after 14 years of study and believes in the affirming power of incremental progress and the importance of working towards your goals regardless of the end results. In her free time, you can catch Amanda talking about her cat Stinky, going to county parks, and pointing at the moon. Monica Support Specialist Jahira Family Specialist (Part-Time) My name is Monica, I was born in Colombia. I am a mother of two children. I lived in New Jersey where I started working with the community at my local church. I have been a Florida resident for 6 years now and I really enjoy the community and the interaction with people. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling. I am very excited for this opportunity and looking forward to work with the team and provide an excellent service to the community. Jahira is a first-generation student who grew up in a small town in Florida with a population of 16,000. She moved to Tampa to attend college. Her parents are hard-working immigrants from Guatemala. Her parents and community, who have supported her in everything, have developed and influenced her to work hard and give back to the community. In her free time, she can be seen visiting coffee shops and reading history books.

Jesus Center Manager Jesus is from the Dominican Republic, living in Tampa since 2010, the only boy in a family of 6. He's been working in the family business since an early age. A hotelier by trade with a Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management and a Master in Tourism and Hotel Administration, with ample experience in the industry. Love to ride bikes, hiking and watch movies; with a new passion to give back to the community. Jesus is bilingual and fluent in the Spanish language Johanna Intake and Referral Specialist Johana, was born in Colombia, she is mother of two children and moved to this country 5 years ago. Her BA is on Administration and Human Resources. Her mission is to help Hispanic people and migrants to feel part of this society. Johana like manual arts, painting, decoration, and have always a smile and a good attitude. Coming Soon Family Specialist Clara Support Specialist Coming Soon Family Specialist (Part-Time)

ADA Accessibility Statement The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) ar e committed to ensuring all visitors to familysupporthc.org are able to use the website to access information about the organization and the services of the CBFRC. ADA Compliance In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the American’s with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), CBFRC will not discriminate against qualified individuals on the basis of disability for services, programs, or activities. ADA Coordinator – Our Commitment to Help It is important to note that improvements to the website are ongoing as we work to meet and/or exceed the requirements of the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0. If you encounter a problem using our website, including issues related to accessibility or have any questions regarding our efforts around WCAG 2.0, please reach out to us so we can provide you with the information you are seeking in a timely manner. CBFRC has established an ADA Coordinator to facilitate assistance for disabled residents and visitors. The ADA Coordinator can facilitate members of the public with the provision of auxiliary aids and services for CBFRC meetings, programs and events. The ADA Coordinator also investigates and seeks to resolve any complaints regarding accessibility to CBFRC facilities or programs. Dexter Lewis and Tim Bennett ADA Coordinators Children’s Board of Hillsborough County 1002 E. Palm Ave. Tampa, Florida 33605 E-mail: info@childrensboard.org Phone: 813-229-2884 ADA Notice The ADA does not require actions that would fundamentally alter CBFRC's programs or services where that imposes an undue financial or administrative burden; however, CBFRC will make reasonable changes to its policies and programs to ensure qualified persons with disabilities of equal opportunity for its services, programs and activities. Requests for accommodation should allow sufficient time to provide it. CBFRC does not surcharge any person or group for the cost of providing appropriate auxiliary aids or services, or for reasonable modification of its policies. To request an accommodation or make a suggestion regarding inaccessible programs, services or activities, please contact the ADA Coordinator referenced above. Please give sufficient notice and provide the following information if you are requesting an accommodation: Your specific need Your accommodation request for the suggestion(s) Your name and contact information. Third-Party Applications While you are visiting our site, you will notice that we make use of third-party sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to provide information about (CBFRC). Though individuals may have challenges with access to these particular sites, CBFRC does not control or remedy the way content is portrayed. ADA Grievance Procedure CBFRC has established a grievance procedure and will take prompt and reasonable action to investigate and eliminate discrimination when found. It should be used by any person who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination based on disability in the provision of services, activities, programs or benefits by CBFRC. If possible, the complaint should be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator listed above and contain: the identity of the complainant; the basis for the allegations; and a description of the alleged discrimination with the date of occurrence. If the complaint cannot be submitted in writing, the complainant should contact the Coordinator for assistance. The ADA Coordinator will respond to the complaint within thirty (30) calendar days and will take reasonable steps to resolve the matter. Should the ADA Coordinator be unable to resolve a complaint satisfactorily, the Coordinator will forward the complaint to CBFRCChief Executive Officer or her designee, who will have up to 20 business days to arrive at a final resolution of the complaint.

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!

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! Amanda Family Specialist Originally from the Pacific Northwest and raised in Virginia, Amanda moved to Tampa two years ago with her husband. She holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Chowan University and is currently pursuing her nursing degree. Amanda has a passion for learning and is studying both Spanish and Arabic, reflecting her love of connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. Friendly and patient, she aims to make every interaction supportive and meaningful. Iris Intake and Referral Specialist Originally from Puerto Rico, she holds a bachelor's degree in biology from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico and is currently pursuing a master's degree in medical sciences at the University of South Florida. Her ultimate goal is to become a doctor and provide high-quality care to underserved populations. She enjoys traveling and reading. ¡Yo hablo español! Katrina Family Support - Part Time I’m a dedicated professional with a strong passion for helping others and creating positive change. I enjoy working in supportive, people-focused roles and continuously look for opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact in my community. My interests include personal growth, community support, and building strong relationships.

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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! Mariam Family Specialist Coming Soon 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.