Healthy Families Florida

10/14/2026

“Why We Do This Work Wednesdays”

“Why We Do This Work Wednesdays” will highlight one meaningful word each week that represents why Healthy Families Florida shows up for families. From connection and confidence to hope, safety and love, each word will tell the story of how home visiting supports parents, strengthens families and helps children thrive.

Sometimes, having someone to walk alongside you makes all the difference. Healthy Families home visiting helps families build meaningful connections that can last a lifetime.

www.HealthyFamiliesFLA.org

10/13/2026

Join our amazing team and help Florida's parents be the best they can be! We have two open positions: Program Specialist and Program Coordinator. Apply now on Indeed! These positions will remain open until an appropriate candidate is selected.

Program Specialist: https://www.indeed.com/job/hff-program-specialist-37d40b8919bda0a4

Program Coordinator: https://www.indeed.com/job/hff-program-coordinator-a07223c8c996788c

Come work with us! There are three positions open at the Ounce. To learn more about the position and apply through Indeed, please click the link next to the job title. These positions will remain open until an appropriate candidate is selected.

Training Specialist with Prevent Child Abuse Florida: https://www.indeed.com/job/training-specialist-37c65a8a659c8908

Program Specialist with Healthy Families Florida: https://www.indeed.com/job/hff-program-specialist-37d40b8919bda0a4

Program Coordinator with Healthy Families Florida: https://www.indeed.com/job/hff-program-coordinator-a07223c8c996788c

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

Due to forecasted weather conditions, we will be adjusting our operations tomorrow for the safety of our employees. The central office will be closing at 12 p.m. EDT on Friday, October 9, 2026. We plan to resume operations on Monday, October 12, 2026. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe!

10/06/2026

Through a rigorous process including interviews with staff and families and onsite documentation review, Healthy Families America staff conducted a comprehensive review of the services we provide across the state to ensure we are implementing the Healthy Families model to fidelity. We recently received word that we are officially reaccredited for another five years!

Congratulations to everyone, especially our local sites!

09/18/2026

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09/13/2026

Happy Grandparents Day to the grandparents and grandparent-like figures that make life sweeter! ❤️

09/08/2026

08/28/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the 2026 Leadership Meeting! Your commitment to supporting and strengthening the families you work with makes such a meaningful difference across Florida.

We also want to congratulate our award winners! We are so proud of you, and we appreciate the hard work and dedication you bring to our mission:
- 2026 Carol McNally Catalyst Award: Sharonda Crawford
- Above and Beyond Award: Alyece Pete
- Engagement Award: Crystal Hampton
- Father Engagement Award: Lindsey Rezin
- Excellence in Supervision Award: Karelys Cortes-Figueroa
- Excellence in Teamwork Award: Yvette Velazquez
- 5 Years of Service: Hansel Chacon, Minssy Zamora, Natasha Childress, and Brandi Lane
- 10 Years of Service: Atiya Spellman, Raven Taylor, and Rekeesha Duncan

Thank you to Kaplan Early Learning Company, Sunshine Health, Simply Healthcare Plans, UnitedHealthcare, and Express Printing for sponsoring this year's meeting!

Thank you all for continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of the children and families in your communities. Together, we are able to cultivate connections and grow!