Family Services of the Merrimack Valley

09/14/2026

⏰ 14 days left - and we need your help!

Twenty-five walkers have already signed up for our 20 Days of Hope Challenge. Now we’re looking for 75 more people to step forward for su***de prevention and those impacted by su***de loss.

Will you be walker #26?

Register, raise $100 by September 28 and you’ll be entered to win a $200 Amazon gift card. Raising $100 can be as simple as asking 10 people for $10!

💙 Register today: fsmv.org/walk

Already registered? Invite three people to walk with you!

09/10/2026

🍂 September is here at our Family & Community Resource Center!

Check out this month’s calendar for free programs, support groups, workshops and resources for families - including Parenting in America, Nurturing Fathers, Grandparents Group, youth programs and more.

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🍂 ¡septiembre ya llegó a nuestro Centro de Recursos para Familias y la Comunidad!

Consulta el calendario de este mes para conocer nuestros programas gratuitos, grupos de apoyo, talleres y recursos para familias, incluyendo Padres en América, Padres Cariñosos, Grupo de Abuelos, programas para jóvenes y mucho más.

📍 430 North Canal Street, Lawrence
📅 See the full September calendar below / Revisa el calendario completo de septiembre a continuación.

🔗 Registration required / Se require inscripción:
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09/09/2026

Our 20 Days of Hope Challenge starts now! Register for Walk for Hope and raise $100 by September 28 to help us reach $10,000 - and be entered for a chance to win a $200 Amazon gift card!

Every dollar supports su***de prevention and those impacted by su***de loss. 💙

Register: fsmv.org/walk

09/08/2026

Today is 💙

Every day, our Lifeline answers calls from people who need someone to listen, connect and offer support. Today, we’re proud to recognize the people behind those calls - and to remind our community that help is always within reach. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988. Help is available 24/7.

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08/28/2026

There’s lots to celebrate at Family Services! 🎉 From providing more than 100 backpacks to local students, to proud program graduates and a very special Walk for Hope milestone - our latest newsletter is full of good news.

Take a look at what we’ve been up to! 👇

Email from Family Services of the Merrimack Valley 100+ backpacks, proud graduates, and one big milestone!   Helping people thrive, in August 2026   Backpack Drive Success More than 100 backpacks - an

08/26/2026

More than 100 backpacks - and more than 100 local students ready to start the school year feeling prepared and confident! 🎒

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped make our Backpack Drive such a success. We loved seeing the excitement as families picked them up! 💙

08/25/2026

Six weeks of learning, laughter, new experiences, and meaningful connections! ☀️

Our Youth Development Summer Program has wrapped up, and we’re proud of everything our youth accomplished along the way. From building new skills to forming friendships and trying new things, it was a summer full of growth!

A huge thank you to our incredible staff who made it all possible. It truly takes a team, and we’re so grateful for everyone who helped make this summer such a success! 💛

08/17/2026

Family Services' Mental Health Awareness Training grant is ending soon! So time is running out to register for or . Register today: https://fsmv.org/programs-overview/mental-health-wellness/mental-health-training/

08/07/2026

Doing your grocery shopping this month? You can support Family Services while you're there! 🛍️Throughout August, purchase a $2.50 Community Bag at the Stop & Shop at 757 Turnpike Street in North Andover, and $1 will be donated to Family Services. A reusable bag + a little love for your community. 💚

08/06/2026

Every parent deserves the chance to build a brighter future - for themselves and for their children. Through our Young Parent Support Program, this father earned his GED, began training for a career in carpentry, and discovered confidence in himself as a father. ❤️

Learn more: https://fsmv.org/programs-overview/parent-education/