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This month, we’re celebrating someone who’s quickly made his mark at Bringing Families Together — Daqez Davis , Family Service Worker  on our Case Management Team  and our November Employee of the Month!  💜 Although Daqez joined BFT just this past June , he’s already earned the admiration of his peers — and this recognition means even more because our Employee of the Month honors are voted on by team members themselves. Daqez brings both heart and presence  to his work with

Family Service Worker | Case Management Team At Bringing Families Together, we believe success is about more than milestones—it’s about the people who walk alongside families every step of the way. This month, we’re excited to celebrate one of those people: Zylinnea “Zee” Rogers , our September Employee of the Month ! Zee joined BFT in January 2025  as a Family Service Worker  on our Case Management Team , bringing with her a B.A.  and a passion for supporting families in mea

What picture comes to mind when you hear the term “social worker”? If you are like many Americans, you pictured a woman. Much like nurses and teachers, many think of social services as a female-dominated field. These disciplines require patience, empathy, and a caring spirit to be successful. Women are indeed drawn to such jobs. For example, statistics show that about 79% of social workers are women versus about 21% of men. However, more Americans are breaking from traditiona

September is National Kinship Care Month , a time to honor the grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings and family friends who open their homes and hearts to children in need of a safe, loving place to grow. At Bringing Families Together, we recognize the unique role kinship caregivers play in keeping children connected to their families, cultures, and communities. Kinship care can provide children with a sense of stability and belonging during times of uncertainty. Maintaining

At Bringing Families Together, our mission is built on caring for children — not just in the big moments, but in the small, unexpected ones that matter just as much. This year, our office has been busier than ever. On most workdays, at least one young person has been here with us — sometimes staying for the day, sometimes overnight, and sometimes for much longer — while waiting for a foster home to be found. It’s not ideal for them; these kids need loving homes. And it means

Not everyone can lead with both heart and strength—but Regine Brown  does just that. Regine began her journey with Bringing Families Together  in January 2023  as a Family Service Worker . It didn’t take long for her strengths to shine. With a sharp mind, a grounded presence, and a passion for serving others, she quickly stepped into leadership—first as a Lead Family Service Worker , and currently as our Foster Care Case Management Supervisor . Through every role, Regine has

At Bringing Families Together , we’re serious about supporting youth, foster families and birth families—but we also know the importance...

Bringing Families Together is excited to welcome families to our Parenting+Plus Parent Support Class , a free in-person series designed...

We are thrilled to recognize Angel Crawford  as Bringing Families Together’s April Employee of the Month ! Angel has been with BFT since...