Family Services of Forsyth County, NC

10/30/2025

10/30/2025

Join us virtually for our One Step Closer luncheon!

10/21/2025

There’s still time to support Family Services this Domestic Violence Awareness Month, thanks to our generous supporter FemFest NC Their dedication to helping women and families who have been victims of domestic violence and sexual assault includes being able to shop for good by purchasing FemFest merchandise. This month, when you stop by Mothership Studios in southside Winston-Salem, 100% of the proceeds will go to Family Services and our emergency domestic violence shelter. Please stop by and check out their selection of apparel and accessories at 239 W Acadia Avenue!

10/20/2025

Join Family Services at the 2nd Annual Witches Walk & "Other Salem" on Friday, October 24, from 6–10 p.m. on Trade Street in downtown Winston-Salem! This is a free, family-friendly night filled with costumes, local vendors, and music. Interested in supporting the emergency domestic violence shelter? We will be collecting the following items at our table:
• Gift cards to Goodwill, Wal-Mart, and Amazon
• Hygiene products
• Jogger sets
• Pajamas

10/15/2025

A Special Thank You! 🎃
A heartfelt thank you to Virginia Lopez of the for connecting us with mThanks to her outreach, the farm graciously discounted and donated pumpkins at our request — even this late in the season! Your partnership and generosity helped make this fall season brighter for our children and families. 🍂

10/10/2025

On World Mental Health Day, we honor the courage it takes to ask for help. Our counseling team is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and more. Meet with one of our experienced therapists and discover your own strengths to help cope, heal, and move forward.

Learn more: https://familyservicesforsyth.org/services/counseling/
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please dial 988 or click here: https://familyservicesforsyth.org/services/counseling/counseling-resources/

10/09/2025

10/07/2025

Every action, voice, and moment of unity matters. Today, we united community leaders and partners in support of survivors and remembrance of those we have lost to domestic violence, honoring our collective strength and reaffirming our commitment to building safer, healthier families and communities.

10/02/2025

Time is running out to attend not one but two special Domestic Violence Awareness Month-themed Common Ground events this month! Events are free and open to the public.

💜Tuesday, October 7, 8 - 9 a.m., Topic: Safe Relationships - will explore a range of topics from how to be supportive to be someone in crisis and available services at Family Services to those in need. Breakfast will be provided.

💜Thursday, October 9, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Topic: Children's Advocacy Center - hear about this unique service for children who have experienced abuse or are witnesses of serious crimes. Lunch will be provided.

✨Last chance to attend these events in 2025! ✨ Register now: familyservicesforsyth.org/commonground

10/01/2025

Everyone deserves peace, respect, and safety in their relationships. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and beyond, we must stand in solidarity to work together for safety, support, and solidarity for survivors, committed to bringing them One Step Closer to hope and healing. How will you stand ?

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, Family Services is here for you.

24/7 Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Crisis Line: (336) 723-8125
Services Offered: https://familyservicesforsyth.org/services/safe-relationships/

09/30/2025

Stronger families start here— and we’re enrolling now!
Join our FREE 8-week Strengthening Families Program on Zoom! Designed for caregivers & kids ages 7–17, each family gets a personal coach to guide sessions tailored to your needs.
✔️ Build better communication
✔️ Set healthy rules & boundaries
✔️ Manage stress & emotions together
✔️ Learn tools for positive discipline
🗓 Evening & weekend options
🎁 Gift cards for completing the program!
📩 Self-referrals & professional referrals welcome
Learn more & sign up: https://familyservicesforsyth.org/services/counseling/strengthening-families-program/
💬 “It helped my son open up... and he’s far more accountable than before.” – SFP Graduate