Missouri Alliance for Children and Families

09/13/2026

09/08/2026

Sept. 8 is 988 Day, a national day of action for mental health and su***de prevention. The 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline is a 24/7 resource that provides free, confidential support for individuals in crisis and those supporting someone in crisis. The Lifeline can be reached by texting or calling 988 or chatting with a trained crisis counselor at 988lifeline.org.

09/07/2026

Labor Day is a time to pause and celebrate the incredible people who drive our work forward every single day. Thank you for your commitment, collaboration and everything you do for our organization. Have a safe and relaxing Labor Day!

09/01/2026

Happy birthday to MACF staff members born in September! We are thankful to have you as valued members of our team!🥳🎂🎊

08/31/2026

Congratulations to our staff who celebrated work anniversaries in August. We want to give a special shoutout to Margaret Chrzanowski, who celebrated 21 years with us! We are grateful for your dedicated and caring service to Missouri children and families. Thank you!🎉🥳💯

08/30/2026

Are you guilty of doom scrolling late at night? Are there things you would rather spend your evenings doing, but before you know it, you've spent all your free time in your favorite app? Maybe you've even noticed your posture change from looking down at a screen. August's Digital Detox Challenge is inviting you to change that!

Technology is needed to move through today's world and the Digital Detox Challenge knows that! It's not anti-tech; it's healthy tech!

Missouri Department of Mental Health invites everyone to participate whether you take on the challenge as a solo adventure, or as a group with family and friends!

If you want to participate in the challenge or just dip your toes in and follow along at your own pace, you can find the daily Digital Detox activities and challenges here: https://dmh.mo.gov/wellness/digital-detox-challenge

If you still aren't sure about this whole detox thing, check this out:

8 signs you need a digital detox:
https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/what-digital-detox-and-do-you-need-one

Be well this! Take the Digital Detox Challenge!

In today's digital world we are constantly connected to our devices, which can have negative effects, but a digital detox can help.

08/25/2026

A new school year is starting, and with it comes a new Missouri law that will increase the penalties and fines for drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses.

The law goes into effect Friday
Read more about the law and bus safety rules you need to know at

The new law will increase fines and change other penalties related to school bus safety violations.

08/24/2026

The Show Me Healthy Kids Nurse Advice Line is a free, 24/7 resource for members — including foster parents — to get quick, expert health guidance anytime, anywhere.
If you’re a foster parent in Missouri, you may call the SMHK Nurse Advice Line at 1‑877‑236‑1020 when you need immediate help with your child’s health.

This service connects you directly to an experienced nurse who can answer questions about medications, explain health issues, and help decide whether your child should go to the emergency room, urgent care, or see their primary care provider Home State Health.

Why a foster parent might call:
Medication questions — checking dosages, side effects, or refill instructions.
Symptom guidance — determining if a condition is urgent or can wait.
Care coordination — getting directions to the right provider or clinic.
Transportation help — sometimes nurses can connect you to SMHK’s MTM Transportation benefit to get your child to appointments content.govdelivery.com.
This line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, so you can reach out even after hours or on holidays if your child’s health needs change quickly.

08/19/2026

Students are going back to school, and families want to share their pics on social. Safety advocates advise families to leave out identifying details like a child's school name, grade, age, teacher and favorite hobbies that a stranger could use to trick the child. Instead, use a photo of the child holding a generic "Back to School" sign or wearing a backpack without details. You can still share detailed, personal milestone updates through text messages or private family group chats. ✏️✂️📚

08/18/2026

Gift A Smile to support teens celebrating milestones at our partner Missouri Baptist Children's Home

Gift a Smile. ✨🎁

Our gift card bin is running low! Our teens frequently request gift cards for birthdays and graduations, and we want to make sure every milestone is celebrated.

Can you help? We’re looking for $10 or $25 cards to:
✅ Walmart
✅ Target
✅ Amazon

Ways to give:
1️⃣ Mail them to:
MBCH
Attn: Von Hulin
11300 St. Charles Rock Road
Bridgeton, MO 63044.
2️⃣ Drop off: Contact Von at 314-739-6811 to coordinate.