For more than 20 years, FamiliesFirst Network has served children who have been abused or neglected in Northwest Florida. Each year:
Our team members share our mission of “helping people” every day. Some of their stories are below.
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T‑Mobile supports connection, care and community: Strong collaborations make it possible to deliver life‑changing services across our organization. One of those organizations is T‑Mobile, whose support reaches beyond technology to strengthen the work happening on the ground every day. Rooted in community As a sponsor of FamiliesFirst Network’s Child Welfare Conference, T‑Mobile has demonstrated a […]
When someone arrives on campus, the situation is often stressful – from adults and children seeking mental health treatment to families receiving case management services. As campus ambassador for our main campus in downtown Pensacola, Thomas Williams spends his days walking the grounds, building relationships and stepping in when situations escalate. “I need to be […]
Deauna “Dee” Moorer has been named FamiliesFirst Network’s Team Member of the Quarter! Based in Crestview, Dee is known as an encouraging, supportive presence for both her teammates and the families she works with. She demonstrates a strong commitment to growth, continually seeking opportunities to learn and expand her skills so she can better serve […]
Through FamiliesFirst Network’s Young Adult Services program, young people like Ja’Nyrah are building independent paths forward after foster care. At just 21 years old, Ja’Nyrah is already finding success on her own terms. A full‑time student at Pensacola State College, she recently earned her associate degree in business entrepreneurship and is preparing to transfer to […]
Antonia Sumrall began her career with FamiliesFirst Network in 2004 as a family support worker. With a background in childcare, she had already seen the complexities of the foster care system and developed a deep respect for the work of those supporting children and families. Once she joined FamiliesFirst Network, Antonia quickly discovered her passion […]
With a career rooted in fire rescue and emergency management, Russell Beaty has spent decades serving vulnerable populations. That experience—combined with church and community volunteering—sparked a lasting passion for accessible community mental health services and family support. Through his work with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Russell was assigned to serve on the board of […]
FamiliesFirst Network and our parent company LifeView Group have been recognized as a 2026 Top MilSpouse Employer by U.S. Veterans Magazine. This award highlights our ongoing commitment to recruiting, supporting and retaining military spouses by offering meaningful career pathways, flexibility and long-term professional growth. “Our mission-driven work, serving individuals and families in need, deeply resonates […]
FamiliesFirst Network and our parent company LifeView Group have been recognized as a 4 Star Employer in the 2026 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. This prestigious accolade highlights our strong commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing and supporting veterans and the military-connected community. FamiliesFirst Network supports veterans and their families by providing case management services, working closely […]
When Stephanie Powell became a board member for FamiliesFirst Network – more than a decade ago – she was going through another major life transition. Becoming a mom to two daughters, born 2012 and 2016, shaped her passion for this nonprofit, which provides child protective services and case management in Northwest Florida. “I couldn’t imagine not […]
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