Our Mission
Families Together is a non-profit, family-run organization that strives to establish a unified voice for children and youth with emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. Our mission is to ensure that every family has access to needed information, support, and services. Families Together in NYS, Inc. is the state chapter of the Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health and a 501c3 nonprofit corporation. Click here for information on the History of Families Together in NYS.

About FTNYS Children

About FTNYS Parents

Meet the Families Together in New York State Team:

FTNYS Board Members

FTNYS Staff Members

Regional Parent Advisors

How We Achieve Our Mission:

Advocacy
Families Together collaborates with families, schools, policymakers, and service providers to ensure families receive the services needed for their children. In addition, we host an annual legislative luncheon in which families have the opportunity to voice their concerns and ideas with policymakers.

Support and Referrals Our toll-free information & referral line serves over 1,000 family members and service providers each year. Families Together staff have access to an extensive in-house resource library and database to provide individuals with the information they need.

Training and Education Families Together hosts workshops and an annual conference for families and service providers. Our quarterly newsletter reaches over 10,000 people and is available on this web site.

Information
Families Together in NYS is a clearinghouse of information relating to children's mental health. The office boasts an extensive resource library on almost any subject and its staff provides technical assistance to families, service providers, and policymakers.

Public Awareness
To educate New York communities on children's mental health, Families Together regularly distributes informational brochures and sends press releases to the media. Awareness is also achieved through special events, this web site, and staff outreach.