FARMINGTON — Renee Whitley has been the executive director of the Franklin County Children’s Task Force since 2005. She has worked with many mothers and families over the years. “The job has changed a lot since I began,” she said. “I love working with the home visiting and education staff. Helping them to use data […]
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Franklin County: Child abuse in spotlight
FARMINGTON — New programming for families is available to address Franklin County’s high rate of child abuse. Members of the advisory panel, Friends Reducing Abuse & Neglect of Kids Living in our Neighborhoods, gathered Monday morning to hear updates on ways the Franklin County Children’s Task Force and partners are providing families with support and resources to strengthen […]
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RSU 9 after-school, summer programs seek to reduce child abuse, neglect
FARMINGTON — An after-school program begun four weeks ago at elementary schools in Farmington and Wilton is providing 150 children with academic and physical fitness opportunities. FRANKLIN, which stands for Friends Reducing Abuse and Neglect of Kids Living in our Neighborhoods, is funded by a $1.5 million 21st Century grant received in May. The money supports […]
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Whitley honored by Children’s Trust
AUGUSTA — Maine Children’s Trust will honor four individuals, organizations and businesses for their efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect at a special event from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the DoubleTree hotel, 363 Maine Mall Road in Portland. Presidential inaugural poet Richard Blanco will provide the keynote address for the […]
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$1.5 million grant will help RSU 9 children, families
FARMINGTON — A $1.5 million grant will provide after-school and summer camp experiences to Regional School Unit 9 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The grant is the result of a partnership between RSU 9 and the Franklin County Children’s Task Force to reduce child abuse and neglect. It was announced during a meeting of […]
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Plan announced to address Franklin County child abuse and neglect
FARMINGTON — After months of seeking input on the root causes and risk factors associated with Franklin County’s high rate of child abuse, a plan based on education and support is ready to launch April 1. Members of the advisory panel, Friends Reducing Abuse & Neglect of Kids Living in our Neighborhoods, or FRANKLIN, gathered […]