The Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development

06/01/2026

Meet our clinical team!

visit www.harlemfamilyservices.org for more information

05/28/2026

Throwback Thursday to our Grand Opening Event on March 26th. A great time was had, you can tell by the look at our president and chair Sheila Johnson'sface. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on events and services.

Interested in services? Want to meet our providers? Visit www.harlemfamilyservices.org

05/27/2026

Looking for ways to support your mental wellness this week? Harlem is hosting community-centered wellness activities, outdoor events, and healing spaces throughout Mental Health Awareness Month.

Wellness & Community Events
Harlem Wellness Fest — wellness workshops, movement classes, meditation, fitness, and community healing at Marcus Garvey Park on May 30. Information here: https://www.nycforfree.co/events/harlem-wellness-fest-1

Events on the Green at the Harlem Meer / Davis Center — free outdoor wellness, movement, and family-friendly community events in Central Park’s north end.
Information here : https://www.centralpark.com/events/events-on-the-green-at-the-davis-center/

West Harlem Summer Jazz Fest and Sunset Sounds Jazz on the Hudson happening later this week.
Information here: https://nycinfocus.com/2026/05/17/2142/

05/26/2026

This Saturday! Harlem Wellness Fest returns to Marcus Garvey Park. The event is free! Check out https://www.nycforfree.co/events/harlem-wellness-fest-1?utm_source=chatgpt.com for information and to register!

This Saturday, May 30th, Harlem Wellness Fest returns to Marcus Garvey Park for a day dedicated to movement, healing, and community. From free fitness classes and wellness workshops to great music, good food, and beautiful vibes, this is your invitation to pour back into YOU.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave service members who gave their lives in service to our country.

Memorial Day is a time for reflection, gratitude, and remembrance. It can also bring up feelings of grief, loss, or emotional heaviness for many individuals and families.

As we gather with loved ones today, we also recognize those carrying memories, absence, and sacrifice.

We encourage our community to approach today with compassion for ourselves and for one another.

Wishing everyone a safe, peaceful, and meaningful Memorial Day
For some, it’s a day of reflection, grief, remembrance, or emotional heaviness.

05/22/2026

Here is a sneek peek of one of our many treatment rooms. We are looking forward to providing mental health services to Harlem! Are you looking for services? Contact us today. Visit www.harlemfamilyservices.org

05/20/2026

Healing is personal but it doesn’t have to happen alone.

Community care can look like:
Checking in on a friend
Sharing resources
Helping someone feel seen
Listening without judgment

Support matters.

Especially in communities where mental health conversations have historically been silenced. Here at the Margaret Morgan Lawrence Center for Family and Child Development we believe in healing and community support.

05/19/2026

Its Tuesday, time for a tip! Not every hard day is a crisis but that doesn’t mean it’s easy.

When life gets busy, emotional regulation can feel impossible. Small pauses matter. A deep breath before responding. A walk around the block. Taking 5 quiet minutes before jumping into the next task.

Regulation isn’t about being calm all the time.
It’s about learning how to return to yourself.

05/18/2026

Want a sneak peek of one of our treatment rooms? Check us out. For information and booking, visit www.harlemfamilyservices.org.

05/15/2026

Today we recognize the importance of families in all their forms.
On International Day of Families, we honor the people who support, nurture, uplift, and care for us, whether related by blood, friendship, community, or chosen connection.

Strong family support can positively impact emotional well-being, resilience, communication, and overall mental health. But families are not perfect, and many people are navigating stress, caregiving responsibilities, grief, conflict, or healing within family relationships.

Healthy family support can look like:
• Listening without judgment
• Creating safe spaces for emotions
• Encouraging open conversations
• Respecting boundaries
• Asking for help when needed

Every family’s journey is different. Compassion, patience, and connection matter.

If your family relationships are complicated, know that support and healing are still possible. Community care counts too.

Today, consider:
• Checking in with a loved one
• Sharing a meal together
• Starting an honest conversation
• Expressing appreciation
• Making time for connection