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Stories

For more than 20 years, FamiliesFirst Network has served children who have been abused or neglected in Northwest Florida. In our 2023 fiscal year:

Our team members share our mission of “helping people” every day. Some of their stories are below.

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FamiliesFirst Network hosts 20th Annual Child Welfare Conference

On Tuesday, May 6th, FamiliesFirst Network proudly hosted its 20th Annual Child Welfare Conference! We are grateful to everyone who joined us for an informative and inspiring day where speakers discussed past accomplishments, present challenges and the future potential of child welfare. Thank you to our host, Gateway Church of Christ, and to all of […]

LifeView Group honored as a 2025 VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer

Pensacola, Fla. (May 1, 2025) –  LifeView Group, the parent company of FamiliesFirst Network, has been recognized as a 4 Star Employer by VETS Indexes Employer Awards for 2025. This prestigious accolade highlights LifeView Group’s steadfast commitment to fostering a veteran-friendly workplace and supporting the military community through employment opportunities and dedicated resources. The VETS […]

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Community Spring Fling Event

Get ready for the FamiliesFirst Network Spring Fling! This free, family-friendly event is open to the public and packed with fun. Enjoy exciting Easter egg hunts, crafts, games and food. When: Saturday, April 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Where: (TAC Building) 1201 W Lakeview Ave, Pensacola, Florida 32501 Easter Egg Hunt Schedule: 12PM-12:15 […]

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Growing professionally: Judy Sands

Judy Sands’ journey at FamiliesFirst Network is a testament to her dedication and a lifelong passion for service. Growing up in a close-knit community, she always felt drawn to helping others. Initially, she pursued a career in early childhood education, earning an Associate of Arts degree and a Child Development Associate credential. However, after gaining […]

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Growing professionally: Lindsey McGriff

For 20 years, Lindsey McGriff has dedicated her career to supporting others and helping the organization grow. Now serving as LifeView Group’s manager of Quality Systems and Data Analysis, she oversees audit tracking, policy and procedure management, accreditation preparation and reporting to ensure continuous improvement within the company. Lindsey’s path to LifeView Group was shaped […]

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Amy has been named FamiliesFirst Network Team Member of the Quarter

Amy Weeks, child welfare case manager, exemplifies our values in everything she does. Her journey from family support worker to case manager has been marked by dedication and excellence—evident in her completion of certification in less than the allotted 10 months. Now, as a leader in her field, Amy has achieved the highest number of […]

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Growing professionally: Beverly Orezzoli

Beverly Orezzoli’s career in child welfare at FamiliesFirst Network spans over two decades, beginning as an intern before transitioning into case management. From her early role working with families in out-of-home care to becoming an adoption supervisor and now a team manager for case management, Beverly has dedicated her career to advocating for children and […]

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FamiliesFirst Network Adoptions team honored as Team Member of the Year

FamiliesFirst Network’s adoptions team has been recognized as Team Member of the Year in honor of their dedication and impact in helping children find loving, permanent homes. Their hard work was further validated on a national level with the prestigious Adoption Excellence Award from the Children’s Bureau, part of the U.S. Department of Health and […]

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Laura Goodall-Brown has been named LifeView Group Team Member of the Year

Laura Goodall-Brown, HR-IS manager, has been named LifeView Group Team Member of the Year! Laura plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our team member data and ensuring our HR systems run efficiently. Her dedication and leadership have made a lasting impact on our organization. Laura sought a career with LifeView Group because […]