by Erin Croyle | Dec 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
With celebrations all around us, the Center for Family Involvement is taking a moment to celebrate the people in our lives who have no idea what a huge difference they have made, the unsung heroes. Our co-director of the Family to Family Network of Virginia Renée...
by Erin Croyle | Dec 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Heroism is rarely the bold acts we see in movies. Often it’s as simple as sharing empathy. Our Family to Family Regional Network Coordinator for Blue Ridge/Western Virginia Rebecca Stickler tells us her story: “I am the parent of four children with disabilities....
by Erin Croyle | Dec 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Real heroes don’t wear capes. Often they are regular people who have the courage to speak the truth. The Center for Family Involvement’s Co-Director and Director of the Family to Family Network Virginia Nickie Brandenburger shares: “When I reflect on the early...
by Erin Croyle | Dec 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … to recognize those UNSUNG HEROES in our lives. Who are yours? Our Family to Family Regional Network Coordinator for Northern Virginia shares: “I sing about this hero all the time but she deserves more...
by Erin Croyle | Dec 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
When caring for a loved one with a disability, routine appointments like well visits and dental care can sometimes feel like climbing a mountain. As our Elderhood and Aging Specialist Norma Draper shares, accommodating for the needs of each individual makes a world of...