Family Services of the Merrimack Valley

06/17/2026

Food costs continue to put a strain on many local families. To help, our Family & Community Resource Center is hosting a Market Basket Gift Card Lottery for 100 eligible families living in Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Andover, or North Andover.

Applications are open through June 23. Please review the flyer below for eligibility requirements and how to apply. 💚

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El costo de los alimentos continúa representando una dificultad para muchas familias de nuestra comunidad. Para ayudar, nuestro Family & Community Resource Center está organizando una Lotería de Tarjetas de Regalo de Market Basket para 100 familias elegibles que viven en Lawrence, Methuen, Haverhill, Andover o North Andover.

Las solicitudes estarán abiertas hasta el 23 de junio. Consulte el volante a continuación para conocer los requisitos de elegibilidad y cómo solicitar. 💚

👉 Apply here/Solicite aquí: Fill | Family Services' Family & Community Resource Center Gift Card Lottery

06/16/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Pride is a celebration of authenticity, belonging, and the freedom to be yourself. We proudly support and stand with the LGBTQIA+ community today and every day as we work to build a more inclusive community for all. 💗

06/15/2026

Last week, two participants in our Amigos Mentoring Program had the opportunity to explore career paths that align with their interests and future goals.

🍽️ Adrian and his mentor visited The Smoke Shop BBQ, where he learned more about restaurant operations, kitchen management, customer service, and what it takes to succeed in the culinary industry. As someone who loves cooking and dreams of one day opening his own restaurant, it was an exciting chance to see the profession up close.

🏥 Crismael and his mentor attended an open house at Lawrence General Hospital for students interested in healthcare careers. He explored different areas of the hospital and learned about the many educational and career opportunities available in healthcare and medicine.

Experiences like these help young people connect their interests to real-world possibilities. By introducing them to local businesses, organizations, and professionals, we're helping them envision future educational, internship, and career opportunities right here in our community.

A special thank you to The Smoke Shop BBQ and Merrimack Health's Lawrence General Hospital for helping make these experiences possible! 💙

Learn more about mentoring: https://fsmv.org/programs-overview/youth-development/mentoring/

06/14/2026

Today, we're celebrating Crisaira, a graduate of our Young Parents Program! 🎓💙

Parenting isn't always easy. Through determination and hard work, Crisaira embraced the support available to her and built confidence in herself as a parent.

We're so proud of all she has accomplished and honored to have been part of her journey. Please join us in congratulating Crisaira on this incredible milestone!



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

06/13/2026

If you've been thinking about counseling for yourself or a loved one, Family Services Counseling Center currently has immediate availability. Reach out today and let us help connect you with support. Call 978-327-6600 or visit fsmv.org/programs-overview/mental-health-wellness/counseling-center ❤️

06/12/2026

👉 Register Today and become a Youth Mental Health First Aider!

Youth today are facing unprecedented mental health challenge -and a caring, informed adult can make all the difference.

Join Family Services for a Youth Mental Health First Aid training and learn how to recognize the signs of mental health challenges, start supportive conversations, and connect young people with help.

Time is running out. Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-mental-health-first-aid-tickets-1977916018054?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/11/2026

☀️ June is here, and so are plenty of opportunities to connect, learn, and grow with our Family and Community Resource Center!


Join us this month for support groups, youth programming, parenting workshops, life skills training, and a fun Ice Cream Social to kick off summer. 🍦

We’re also excited to welcome families to our new location at 430 N. Canal Street in Lawrence!

Check out the calendar below for dates, times, and details. We look forward to seeing you! 💙

Learn more about our FCRC: https://fsmv.org/programs-overview/parent-education/family-community-resource/

06/02/2026

We're moving, hiring, mentoring, and celebrating - and we'd love to share it all with you! 🎉

Check out our June eNewsletter!
https://conta.cc/43GrzEL

Email from Family Services of the Merrimack Valley We're moving, hiring, mentoring, and celebrating - June is busy!   Helping people thrive, in June 2026   In This Issue: ☀️ Youth Development Summer C

05/29/2026

This summer, Family Services of the Merrimack Valley is offering a free Youth Development Summer Program for Lawrence youth ages 11–17! Through engaging activities, interactive discussions, and leadership-building experiences, participants will strengthen communication and decision-making skills while learning in a supportive and inclusive environment. Transportation, breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided, and space is limited to 36 participants. Learn more below and apply today!

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