First In Families of Johnston County

10/16/2026

The conversation around World Mental Health Day does not have to end when the day does.

For families supporting a loved one through mental health challenges, small, compassionate steps can make a meaningful difference:
• Listen without judgment.
• Help identify trusted people and community supports.
• Make space for the individual’s preferences, choices, and voice.

At First In Families of North Carolina, we connect families across North Carolina with practical, community-based support when traditional systems leave gaps. We are here to help families explore resources, strengthen connections, and find a path forward together.

If your family could use support, reach out to our team. Or, share this post with a family who may need to know they are not alone.

10/16/2026

Halloween Events in Johnston County. This weekend through October 31. See below.

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

Special events and activities for this weekend.
Friday - free mammograms
Saturday - Fishing Day and food pantry
Sunday - food pantry

10/09/2026

Mental health matters for every member of a family, not just the person who is struggling. That is the idea behind World Mental Health Day on October 10.

We help individuals with severe and persistent mental illness find their footing again.

If you or someone you love could use support, reach out through fifnc.org

10/02/2026

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and at FIFNC, that means celebrating the individuals and families we walk alongside every day across North Carolina.

Support looks different for every family: sometimes it is help planning for the future, sometimes it is connecting with other parents who understand the journey, and sometimes it is simply having someone in your corner who will not let you navigate the system alone.

This month, join us in recognizing the strength and joy that inclusion brings to our communities. Learn more about who we serve at fifnc.org/about-us.

09/29/2026

Sign up for these free events.

09/28/2026

Tomorrow night In Clayton.