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Family & Children Services

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Family & Children Services

We strengthen the safety and well-being of children, individuals, and families.

02/06/2026

Our foster parents have access to training, 24-hour emergency support, our HANDLE WITH CARE fund to help support the basic needs of the foster child(ren) and so much more.

If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, click here to learn more and fill out our inquiry form: https://fcsource.org/be-a-foster-parent/

02/05/2026

February is Black History Month. The official theme for Black History Month 2026 is “A Century of Black History Commemorations”, which invites communities to reflect not only on the history itself, but on how the rituals of remembering have helped shape culture, identity, and national understanding of Black life.

Today we want to highlight Sojourner Truth, originally named Isabella Baumfree, who was born enslaved in Swartekill, New York.

After escaping in 1826, she adopted the name Sojourner Truth and dedicated her life to fighting for abolition, women's rights, and social justice. In 1857, she settled in Battle Creek, Michigan, where she continued her advocacy for civil rights and community upliftment until her death in 1883.

We know that Black history is American history and that it's essential now more than ever to educate and remember.

02/04/2026

This position provides case management services that empower youth, families, and young adults to participate in the community. Serving families with a child who has been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum diagnosis, Intellectual/Developmentally Disability or is determined to have a Serious Emotional Disturbance. Join our team strengthening families today! Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4axmjri

01/24/2026

Our new program, Family Care, is looking for adults interested in caring for young children for 6-9 months. These youths will have access to intensive mental health treatment while their biological caregivers learn effective parenting techniques.

You, as a Family Care Home, will be licensed as a temporary safe place for these youths. You’ll have access to 24/7 support, in-the-moment coaching, weekly support, and training to help you understand your role with the youth in your home.

If you are interested in being a Family Care Home, visit our website to fill out the inquiry form https://fcsource.org/inquiry-form/ or email us at fostercareinquiry@fcsource.org

01/23/2026

With the colder temperatures and lack of sunshine, Seasonal Depression can happen to anyone. If you are experiencing persistent sadness, low energy, oversleeping, loss of interest, feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness, reach out to our counseling center for support.

Call the Counseling Center at 269.344.0202 or email outpatient@fcsource.org. Visit our website to learn more: https://fcsource.org/our-services/counseling-center/

01/17/2026

Just before the holiday season, the Paw Paw Post of the Michigan State Police called to ask if we had families in need of a shopping trip to help with holiday shopping.

6 families were treated to breakfast, compliments of Walmart, and $1000/each to shop with, compliments of the Michigan State Troopers.

It was a really special day for some of our client families! We are so grateful to Walmart for loaning us some of their employees to help with the shopping and for the donuts and beverages. And really grateful to the State Troopers for supporting the community in such a concrete and compassionate way!

01/16/2026

CEO Diane Marquess and Director of Clinical Services Susan Davis are a part of The Coordinating Council TCC Issue Action Group for Mental Health, a part of Calhoun County Summit Pointe. The goal of their action group is to review important community data related to mental health, create goals to improve mental health outcomes, and work collaboratively to carry out those goals.

One of our Visions as an Agency is that mental health services are available to those who need them. Though we are facing serious head winds with cuts to mental health services and Medicaid, joining groups like The Coordinating Council TCC will help us reach that vision.

01/15/2026

Thank you so much to Arbor Financial Credit Union for their gift to our HANDLE WITH CARE annual fund. The HANDLE WITH CARE Annual Fund is an essential safety net for those who turn to Family & Children Services for help in a crisis. It meets immediate needs and provides direct services when there is no other source in the community.

We are so grateful for partners like Arbor Financial Credit Union who are as passionate as we are about helping strengthen children and families in our community.

If you would like to join us and companies like Arbor Financial Credit Union in strengthening children and families, click here: https://fcsource.org/support-us/handle-with-care-fund/

01/10/2026

This year's "Christmas in the 'Burg" was a bit chilly, but we are so grateful for the community of Vicksburg for inviting us to participate and talk about our mission and impact!

Special shout out to Sunset Lake Elementary's PTSO and the parents who donated so many toys for our holiday store!

01/09/2026

Holiday Giving 2025 served over 3,600 clients! The impact of the generosity of Holiday Giving donors cannot be underestimated. These clients and families had not just basic needs met, but basic holiday joys as well.

We are so grateful to each and every one of you who were matched with clients, who gave to our holiday store, or who donated cash to help purchase items for clients. Because of you, thousands of your community members had a holiday season to remember. Thank you!

*If you would like to be contacted about joining our Holiday Giving program next year, email Tesi Klipsch at tesi.klipsch@fcsource.org to get on our (nice) list!

01/08/2026

Holiday Giving 2025 was a huge success, thanks in part to our incredible volunteers. Over the course of 2 months leading up to our final drop off day, we had volunteers wrapping gifts, decorating the gym, helping unload and load gifts, and purchasing items for clients.

We were truly humbled by the outpouring of support we received by community volunteers. They helped this program that served thousands of people go off without a hitch!

Thank you so much to all who gave their time and talents; we appreciate you!

*If you would like to volunteer at Family & Children Services, email Heather Videto at heather.videto@fcsource.org

12/17/2025

As part of our Strategic Plan, we are increasing our support to our community partners and community at large.

CEO Diane Marquess is part of the Coordinating Council for Blueprint for Peace Kalamazoo. The Blueprint for Peace is our community’s roadmap for reducing violence by addressing root causes while also strengthening how we respond in real time when violence occurs.

Family & Children Services understands for true change in the community, it will take all of us to come together and share ideas and resources to help those who need it most.

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1608 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI
49001

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 8pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 7pm
Thursday	8:30am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12693440202

Website

http://www.fcsource.org/

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