Family Support Services

03/19/2026

Healing does not have an expiration date.

At nearly 96 years old, activist Dolores Huerta reminds us that it is never too late to speak your truth. For decades, she carried her story in silence to protect a movement she helped build. Today, her courage to share it is opening doors for others to begin their own healing journeys.

There is no timeline for healing. No deadline for finding your voice. No moment where it becomes “too late.”

Your story matters, whether you tell it today or years from now.

Our agency is here for moments like this. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. Reach out to us for support.

📍2209 SW 7th
📞 806-342-2500

03/18/2026

Did you know that Spring break is the perfect time to check in with your teens?

Many people are traveling, spending time with family, and enjoying a break from their normal routines.

But for some teens, spring break comes with added pressure in their relationships.

When teens were asked about unhealthy behaviors they've experienced, the #1 answer was:
👉 Jealousy & controlling behavior

Let’s be clear:
Jealousy is not cute.
Control is not love.

If someone is:
• Getting upset when you spend time with others
• Telling you what to do
• Making you feel guilty for having fun

🚩 That’s not normal.

Use this time to start a conversation with your teen about healthy relationships! If you need help navigating situations of abuse please don't hesitate reaching out to us at 806-342-2500.

03/17/2026

✨ Congratulations, Carla. We are cheering you on! ✨

Carla has been a longtime partner of Family Support Services. She served on our Board for many years and has supported and contributed to multiple committees, including the SART team. She also played a key role in our partnership with the Lisa Cherry Summer Camps and continues to show up for survivors through her passion for mental health, advocacy, and safety.

Her guidance on safety and best practices, along with her ongoing support of our mission, has made a huge impact in our community!

Sgt. Carla Burr with the Amarillo Police Department has worn many hats in her career: protector, mentor, and advocate. Now, her impact is being recognized on a much larger scale. Sgt. Burr is being…

03/14/2026

📢 Evento de Recursos Comunitarios

Acompáñenos el 24 de marzo para conectarse con organizaciones locales y acceder a recursos para usted y su familia. Habrá apoyo disponible en el lugar para aplicaciones de Medicaid, SNAP y Medicare, apoyo para padres, servicios de salud, asistencia para votar, planes de salud, servicios de salud mental y más.

Conozca a nuestros socios comunitarios:

• Family Support Services
• FirstCare Health Plans
• COHS-TX Home Visiting
• Region 16 Head Start
• Haven Health Clinics
• Powered by People
• Sensei Candy Karate
• Goodwill
• Joseph’s Project
• Departamento de Salud Pública de Amarillo – Programa de Alcance y Expansión de Vacunas
• Departamento de Salud Pública de Amarillo – Programa Healthy Moms and Babies / Safe Kids
• LOSS Team
• Departamento de Salud Pública de Amarillo – Programa de STD/HIV

Un agradecimiento especial a R&R por patrocinar el espacio y ayudar a llevar estos recursos importantes a la comunidad. 🤍

¡Esperamos verlos allí!

03/14/2026

📢 Northside Community Resource Event

Join us March 24 to connect with local organizations and access helpful resources for you and your family. Services available on site will include assistance with Medicaid, SNAP, Medicare applications, parent support, health services, voting assistance, health plans, mental health services, and more.

Come meet and learn from community partners including:

• Family Support Services
• FirstCare Health Plans
• COHS-TX Home Visiting
• Region 16 Head Start
• Haven Health Clinics
• Powered by People
• Sensei Candy Karate
• Goodwill
• Joseph’s Project
• Amarillo Public Health Department – Outreach/Vaccine Expansion Program
• Amarillo Public Health Department – Healthy Moms and Babies / Safe Kids Program
• LOSS Team
• Amarillo Public Health Department – STD/HIV Program

A special thank you to R&R for sponsoring the venue and helping bring important resources to the Northside community. 🤍

We hope to see you there.

03/13/2026

Our team is at the Amarillo Warbirds Home Opener tonight at the Amarillo Civic Center! 🏈🔥

Stop by our table, say hi, and learn more about the programs and resources at Family Support Services!

03/13/2026

🌟 Friday Spotlight: Brenda Armendariz 🌟

Brenda Armendariz is a Customer Service Specialist and Safe House Advocate at Family Support Services. As one of the first people clients see, Brenda is dedicated to making sure everyone feels welcomed, heard, and supported from the moment they walk through our doors. She helps connect individuals and families to resources while offering advocacy, guidance, and emotional support during some of their most difficult moments.

What inspires Brenda about Family Support Services is the agency’s commitment to meeting people where they are and supporting them during some of the hardest moments of their lives. She values FSS’s focus on safety, respect, and empowerment, and is grateful to work alongside a team that genuinely cares not only about the clients they serve, but about one another.

A lifelong Amarillo resident, Brenda holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services and is a proud mom of three. She plans to continue her education by pursuing a master’s degree with the goal of becoming a counselor. Building meaningful connections and giving back to her community are at the heart of her work.

💙 Thank you, Brenda, for the compassion and care you bring to FSS every day.

03/12/2026

What does “three times the state average” actually look like?

Imagine a classroom in Texas where ONE student is experiencing violence at home.

Now imagine that same classroom in Potter County.

Instead of one student, there would be THREE.

That is what it means when we say domestic violence rates in Potter County are three times the state average.

This is not just a statistic. It represents children, parents, and families in our own community living with fear, instability, and harm.

Every day we work to respond to that reality by providing shelter, advocacy, prevention, and support for survivors across our area

Every family deserves safety.
And every child deserves a home where they can feel secure.

If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, help is available. Family Support Services offers confidential support, advocacy, and safe shelter for those in need.

📍 2209 SW 7th Ave
📞 24 Hour Hotline: 806-374-5433

03/12/2026

We’re hiring! 🇺🇸

Family Support Services is looking for a Veterans Resource Center (VRC) Navigator to support veterans and their families across the Texas Panhandle. This role provides case management, connects veterans to vital resources and benefits, and helps expand the VRC’s network of community partnerships.

If you’re a veteran or have a strong connection to military service and are passionate about helping those who served, we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Apply today: https://familysupportservicesofamarillo.bamboohr.com/careers/63

03/11/2026

Tomorrow!

🌸 Join us on March 12 at Family Support Services! 🌸

Join us, momma, for a relaxing guided painting session led by Word of Art and meaningful connection with other moms. Take a moment just for you — to breathe, create, and step away from the busyness of daily life. This is your time for self-care, to recharge, and reflect.

A special thank you to Word of Art for guiding us through this creative experience! 💛

RSVP: https://forms.gle/QBQ2KLVFBNno5yvw5

03/08/2026

03/08/2026

🤍 Happy International Women’s Day!

Today we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of women in Amarillo and around the world.

We have the privilege of walking alongside women every day, survivors, mothers, leaders, advocates, and changemakers. Their stories remind us why our work matters.

Today is also the perfect day to recognize the incredible women who serve our community through Family Support Services. From advocates and counselors to prevention educators and support staff, their compassion and dedication make a difference in the lives of countless families every single day. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

We honor the women who use their voices, support one another, and help build safer, stronger communities for everyone.

Today and every day, we stand with women. 🤍