When crises arise, Scott Sullivan, child welfare case manager, goes above and beyond. In a recent ICPC case, he acted immediately to secure temporary care for two children by transporting them to and from school, helping with meals and laundry, and even purchasing clothing— all to ensure they felt safe and supported. As his manager, […]

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 […]

For Megan Hays, benefits specialist at LifeView Group, parent company of FamiliesFirst Network, growth has been a natural part of her journey from the day she joined the organization. What began as a recommendation from a friend turned into a career spanning more than a decade of service, innovation and teamwork. “A friend of mine, […]

LifeView Group will host a hiring event on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lakeview Activity Center, 1110 West Lakeview Ave. in Pensacola. Onsite interviews, pre-screenings and information about specific job openings will be available. Attendees are asked to please bring their resume, a list of references, their Social Security […]

Samantha Jones entered the field of child welfare with a mission to advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves. Twelve years ago, her mother became a foster parent to two children in what was intended to be a temporary arrangement. Today, those children are still part of their family. Witnessing their transformation from experiencing […]

For Joyce Scott, serving as an administrative coordinator at LifeView Group—parent company of Lakeview Center, FamiliesFirst Network and Global Connections to Employments—is more than a job, it’s a calling. Stationed at the front desk of LifeView Group’s administrative building in Pensacola, she is the first welcoming face many clients see and the first reassuring voice […]

In December 2024, both Lisa and Deidre accepted a temporary reassignment from their regular roles to carry full child welfare caseloads amid rising needs. Despite the short notice, large caseloads and the demands of the holiday season, they each stepped outside their normal responsibilities with full ownership of their assigned children—ensuring safety, permanency and well-being. […]

Ashley Jackson, a member of FamiliesFirst Network’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC), received the Parent with Lived Experience Leadership Award from the Florida Coalition for Children. This prestigious honor celebrates parents who have faced and overcome significant life challenges and now use that strength to lead, inspire and transform their communities. Ashley’s journey has not been […]

For young people aging out of foster care, the future can often seem uncertain. Those who work with Child Welfare Case Manager Brandon Fernbach can feel more secure knowing they have a strong advocate in their corner. Brandon supports young adults aged 18 to 23 who have aged out of the foster care system and […]