Family Counseling Services

10/23/2025

"Rock, Paper, Scissors, Wood!" - New Art Exhibit in Meridian City Hall's Initial Point Gallery

MERIDIAN, ID – A new art exhibit titled "Rock, Paper, Scissors, Wood!" is coming soon to Meridian City Hall’s Initial Point Gallery. The exhibit will open on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, and run through November 26. This exhibit will feature the work of Betty Hayzlett, Elizabeth Hilton, Jennifer Moramarco, Rick L Newman, and Stephen Purcell.

The exhibit’s playful title references the wide variety of textures, materials, and media used. Featuring everything from detailed collages and abstract woodworking to vibrant fiber and ceramics pieces, this exhibit highlights the diverse talent of the featured artists.

An Artist Reception will be held at Initial Point Gallery on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their artwork.

About Initial Point Gallery:
The Initial Point Gallery is located on the third floor of Meridian City Hall at 33 E. Broadway Avenue in downtown Meridian. The gallery and the Artist Reception are free and open to the public. Curated by the Meridian Arts Commission, the gallery presents a rotating series of art exhibits featuring local, regional, and national artists. The gallery is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding holidays.

Additional information about Initial Point Gallery, including its schedule of upcoming exhibits, can be found online at:

The gallery features about 100 feet of wall space for the display of two-dimensional art, as well as four hand-crafted display cases for the exhibition of three-dimensional works of art.

10/20/2025

🚨 Important Notice for Our Clients 🚨

Our systems are currently down due to a national “tech glitch”, including our online telehealth portal. We’re unable to access scheduling, records, or billing at this time.

👉 If you have an in-person appointment, please come as scheduled.

👉 If you have a telehealth session, we may need to reschedule your appointment.

If you have any questions, please call our office directly for assistance. 📞

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to get everything back online as quickly as possible. 💙

— The Family Counseling Services Team
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10/15/2025

It's Alive! Meridian's Trunk or Treat Returns October 23rd
The City of Meridian invites families and friends to its annual Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 23, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The area surrounding Meridian City Hall at 33 E. Broadway Avenue will be filled with vibrant costumed characters, danceable music, and other spooky surprises.

Admission is FREE, but a donation of $1 per child or one or more non-perishable food items to support the Meridian Food Bank is encouraged. Collection bins will be on site.

Link for more info in comments!!

10/10/2025

A quick word about relationships 🌸💕

09/29/2025

🌟 Small changes add up to BIG results! 🌟

You may have heard the story of the British Cycling Team that transformed themselves into world champions by focusing on just 1% improvements in every area. Instead of chasing one big breakthrough, they worked on small, consistent changes—better sleep, cleaner nutrition, improved mindset, even more comfortable bike seats. Over time, those small steps compounded into massive success. 🚴‍♂️🏆

The same principle applies to mental health and personal growth. You don’t have to overhaul your life overnight. Healing and progress come from steady, manageable steps—choosing to show up for therapy, practicing mindfulness for a few minutes each day, or finding one positive shift in your daily routine.

✨ Consistency, not perfection, is what leads to transformation.
✨ Small steps = meaningful change.

Discover the power of small wins and slow gains.

09/26/2025

We’ve got you 😉

09/08/2025

💙 Important Message for Our Community 💙

We want to share some important news that may affect the care and services many Idaho families rely on. Beginning in September, Medicaid reimbursement rates are being cut by 4%.

These cuts will reduce funding for schools, providers, and programs that serve children, adults, and families across Idaho. Unfortunately, that means fewer resources for the very people who need them most.

We are also deeply concerned about what this means for our providers and staff. These reductions prevent us from being able to offer the raises we had planned, and it makes it harder to retain qualified staff by providing a competitive, livable wage. Over time, this could create a shortage of providers, making it harder for families to access the care they need.

📢 Your Voice Matters - Please help
The State of Idaho is asking for public comments on this change, and we strongly encourage you to share how Medicaid services have impacted you or your family. Every story helps leaders understand the real-life consequences of these cuts.

🗓 Deadline to comment: Sept. 27, 2025

Here’s how you can speak up:
📧 Email: MCPT@dhw.idaho.gov

📞 Call: 208-364-1887 (leave a recorded message)
📠 Fax: 208-287-1170
📬 Mail:
Division of Medicaid
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0009
Attn: Policy Team

💡 Together, we can make sure Idaho families are heard. Please take a moment to share your voice to help protect access to care.

09/05/2025

CITY OF MERIDIAN

Meridian 9/11 Tribute and National Moment of Silence Ceremony

The City of Meridian invites the public to attend a Memorial Ceremony to honor the victims and first responders of the attack on September 11, 2001. The ceremony includes the National Moment of Silence, flag-lowering ceremony, and brief comments from Meridian dignitaries and first responders.

WHAT: 9/11 Tribute and National Moment of Silence Ceremony

WHEN: Thursday, September 11, 2025. The program will begin at 6:40 a.m.

WHERE: Meridian Police Department, 1401 E Watertower St., Meridian, ID 83642 -Ceremony will take place outside at the flag pole in front of Police Headquarters.

WHO: Meridian Mayor Robert Simison, Meridian Police Chief Tracy Basterrechea, Meridian City Council, and members of the Meridian Police and Fire Departments

PARKING: Please use any available on-street parking along Watertower Street.

“As our country came together on that day many years ago, we will come together again to continue and uphold our promise,” said Chief Basterrechea, “that we will never forget.”

If you are unable to attend, the City invites you to take a moment for a quiet, personal reflection during the day to honor the memory of those who were killed and the bravery of the first responder community.

09/05/2025

🌟 New Parenting Group Starting in Boise! 🌟

We’re excited to announce that Family Counseling Services is now accepting 5 families into our Parenting with Love & Limits (PLL) program starting this October!

This 6-week group is designed for children ages 10–17 and their parents, helping families build stronger connections, set healthy boundaries, and navigate challenges together. Both the child and parent will be actively involved in each session.

💙 Details:

When: Thursday evenings, starting in October

Where: Boise office

Who’s eligible: Families on Medicaid

Spots available: Only 5 families – first to sign up and complete informed consent will be included!

Don’t worry if spots fill up – we’ll offer more groups in the future.

📌 Learn more and sign up here:

Parenting with Love and Limits® – New Group Starting This October at Family Counseling Services!!

09/01/2025

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