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Helping children, young adults and families

FamiliesFirst Network provides child protective services and case management in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties. Our dedicated team works closely with kids and parents, offering support that helps keep families safely together whenever possible. When children must be placed in out-of-home foster care, we focus on helping families reunify in a safe and stable environment. For young adults transitioning out of foster care, FamiliesFirst Network provides services helping youth build independent, successful lives.

By supporting FamiliesFirst Network, you’re investing in stronger families, safer communities and brighter futures for children and youth across Northwest Florida.

Supporting families

Specially trained case managers support children and families with a wide range of needs – from outside of the home in foster care, to prevention services inside the biological home, working to keep families together. We also offer young adult services to guide and assist those transitioning out of foster care.

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Case management services

We provide individualized case management to address the unique needs of each family and protect children in our care from abuse and neglect. Our case workers helped children in foster care reunite safely with their families whenever possible. Plus, each year, our specialized team works with 500 children and their families on child abuse prevention services. By addressing the root cause challenges that parents face, we reduce the need for foster care placements and keep families safely together whenever possible.

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Young adult services

The transition to adulthood can be especially challenging for youth aging out of foster care. That’s why our Young Adult Services are designed to provide continued support, stability, and guidance during this critical phase of life. Our specialized team provides housing options, life skills development and guidance to help our young adults build the foundation for a successful and independent future.

News & stories

All-Staff Day 2025

Strengthening Connections: All-Staff Day 2025

On Tuesday, November 11, our team took a well-deserved break from the office to enjoy a day at the beautiful Island Resort in Fort Walton Beach for the All-Staff Conference. The day was filled with laughter, team bonding, and games that brought everyone closer together. This event was not only about having fun but also an opportunity to strengthen our relationships […]

Heather Albright

Professional growth journey: Heather Albright

Heather Albright’s journey with FamiliesFirst Network began with her passion for working with children. As a preschool teacher, she frequently noticed that students who displayed challenging behaviors often came from difficult home environments and had adverse childhood experiences. “I always wanted to be a teacher,” she explained, “but I realized I wanted to help kids […]

FamiliesFirst Network Gathers over 150 Professionals for All-Staff Day 2025

FamiliesFirst Network Gathers Over 150 Professionals for All-Staff Day 2025

Pensacola, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2025)- On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, more than 150 FamiliesFirst Network professionals will gather for All-Staff Day, a time dedicated to fellowship, learning and continuing education centered on supporting abused and neglected children in Northwest Florida. In addition to creating opportunities to share ideas and collaborating on enhancing the services we provide, […]