Navigating the complex world of parenting a teenager can be challenging, but it’s also an opportunity to foster a deeper understanding and stronger relationship with your teen. In this blog, we’ll explore practical tips on “How to Talk with Your Teen,” ensuring that your conversations are meaningful and effective. Additionally, we’ll highlight how Northern Virginia […]
March marks a special time across the United States, celebrated as Social Work Month. It’s a period dedicated to acknowledging and honoring social workers’ profound impact on the communities of Northern Virginia and beyond. At Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS), celebrating these unsung heroes is a monthly occurrence and a daily gratitude practice. Their tireless […]
NVFS Now Offering Healthy Families Services Across Northern Virginia OAKTON, VA [February 12, 2024] – Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS) today announced the expansion of its Healthy Families program to Loudoun County to help promote healthy child development for families with children pre-birth to ages 3 or 4, depending on the jurisdiction. NVFS Healthy Families […]
Head Start programs empower children to succeed in both school and life through personalized learning experiences. At the heart of these initiatives lies the establishment of solid foundations for early learning. “Head Start and Early Head Start programs are free, federally funded programs designed to promote school readiness for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers from families that […]
Teen volunteerism is a powerful force beyond simply fulfilling a school’s community service requirement. It starts a cycle of goodwill that influences adults to join in, creating a community dedicated to lifelong service. This transformative power instills a deep sense of community pride and commitment to improvement among the youth. In this article, we will […]
Northern Virginians, we have exciting news! Starting November 1, 2023, the Virginia Insurance Marketplace is a new way to explore health insurance options. This platform is a boon for those in our state who are uninsured, self-employed, or in jobs that don’t provide affordable insurance options. It offers individual and family plans for those who […]
In the competitive landscape of Northern Virginia’s job market, businesses realize that their edge lies in their products or services and in cultivating a robust company culture. The Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS) recognizes this through the Annual CARE Awards, celebrating companies that excel in creating an extraordinary work environment. This blog will delve into […]
OAKTON, VA, November 21, 2023 – On Wednesday, November 15, Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS) honored the winners of its 2023 CARE (Companies As Responsive Employers) Awards at a special reception at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner/Innovation Gallery. More than 150 people representing companies and nonprofit organizations from across Northern Virginia were in attendance. Since […]
At the heart of every community lies its youth, budding with potential, hope, and dreams. Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS) profoundly understands this and has devoted significant resources to ensure our teenagers and young adults receive the tools and support they need to pave their path to success. Building Foundations for Brighter Tomorrows By partnering […]
The senior population is growing rapidly across America, and Northern Virginia is no exception. With the high cost of living in the region, many of our elderly citizens grapple with medical and food insecurities. The insecurities can often lead to senior isolation, hunger, and depression. But what can the community do to assist these pillars […]
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