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Empowering Families. Coordinating Systems.

About Families Together in New York State

Families Together in New York State is a family-run organization that represents families of children with social, emotional, behavioral and cross-systems challenges. Our goal is to ensure that ALL children and youth have the support they need in order to succeed. We represent thousands of families from across the state whose children have been involved in many systems including mental health, substance abuse, special education, juvenile justice, and foster care. Our board and staff are made up primarily of family members and youth who have been involved in these systems. Read More

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2022 End of Session Legislative Priorities

2022 FTNYS End of Session Legislative PrioritiesFamilies Together in New York State is a family-run organization that represents families of children with social, emotional, behavioral health and cross-systems challenges. Our goal is to ensure that ALL children and...

Families Together in New York State

1 week ago

In order to create real change around the mental and behavioral health needs of New York’s children, State leaders must hear from youth and families about their experiences and what it takes for communities to grow, develop, and thrive. Use your voice and join us at a Community Speakout event on August 28 where you can hear from speakers about mental health issues, talk with other youth and caregivers about current barriers and needs, and begin to voice solutions to expand access to necessary supports. Register here: bit.ly/hmhk-aug28 There will be multiple locations to participate across the state with gift cards and free back to school backpacks—lunch will also be provided. Sign up now and learn how to take action and use your voice to create real and permanent change. ... See MoreSee Less

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15 Jul

Calling for art submissions!

Join Families Together and @HWFC for Artivism: Creative & Empowered For Change. Join ...us on Saturday, July 23rd, 2022 from 2:00-5:00PM.

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