Category: Brockton Healthy Families

A great year for Healthy Families

September 23, 2025

by Maria Almeida, Program Coordinator with Greater Brockton Healthy Families Greater Brockton Healthy Families is proud to celebrate the accomplishments achieved over the past fiscal year. Our mission is rooted in supporting parents, strengthening families, and building brighter futures for children and families in our community. With the dedication of our staff, partners, and participants, we have … More A great year for Healthy Families

The Importance of Engaging Fathers in Family Life

April 22, 2025

By Maria Almeida — Program Coordinator Greater Brockton Healthy Families At Greater Brockton Healthy Families, we recognize that fathers play a vital role in a child’s growth and development. A father’s presence can influence everything from emotional stability and academic achievement to social development and long-term well-being. That’s why our program is deeply committed to … More The Importance of Engaging Fathers in Family Life

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Greater Brockton Healthy Families Steps Up for Kids

March 11, 2025

For Maria Almeida and Georgina Correia, being part of the community is a huge part of their work with Greater Brockton Healthy Families, a program providing free, voluntary, and confidential home-visiting support to first-time moms and dads ages 24 and under. They provide support for child development, family health and nutrition, co–parent coaching, education and … More Greater Brockton Healthy Families Steps Up for Kids

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Breaking the Cycle: How Young Parents Can Create a Positive Home Environment

February 11, 2025

By Georgina Correia — Program Supervisor Greater Brockton Healthy Families Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys, especially for young parents who are navigating their own personal experiences while raising a child. At Greater Brockton Healthy Families, we understand that breaking cycles of generational trauma and fostering a nurturing home environment takes … More Breaking the Cycle: How Young Parents Can Create a Positive Home Environment

Building Connections Through Community and Celebration

December 3, 2024

By Maria Almeida — Program Coordinator Greater Brockton Healthy Families At the Greater Brockton Healthy Families, we believe connection is at the heart of every thriving community. Whether it’s strengthening bonds between families or fostering collaboration with other local organizations, our mission is to create meaningful opportunities for people to come together. This past October, … More Building Connections Through Community and Celebration

Self-Care is Key for Young Parents

September 24, 2024

By Maria Almeida — Program Coordinator Greater Brockton Healthy Families Mental health is a cornerstone of overall well-being, influencing how we think, feel, and interact with the world around us. For young parents, the demands of caring for a child while balancing other responsibilities can be overwhelming. Similarly, staff members in caregiving or educational roles … More Self-Care is Key for Young Parents

Community Voices Blog Wins All-New England Award

June 14, 2024

The Community Voices for Health Blog brought home a gold award for blogs at the 2024 Lamplighter Awards ceremony, which is hosted annually by the New England Society for Healthcare Communications (NEHSCo). NESHCo’s Annual Lamplighter Awards recognizes outstanding achievements in healthcare communications across New England. With several major awards and hundreds of entries each year, … More Community Voices Blog Wins All-New England Award

The Power of Partnership

May 7, 2024

By Maria Alemida, Program Coordinator, Brockton Healthy Families In a vibrant community like Brockton, fostering health and wellness for families is a collective effort that requires collaboration and creativity. This year, Brockton Healthy Families embarked on a six-week series designed to support and empower families in Brockton. Through strategic partnerships with community organizations, such as … More The Power of Partnership