Wake County First In Families

Going to the movies🌟? Check out Horsegirls now playing at The Cary Theater in downtown Cary, NC. FIFNC Board Member, Matthew Schwab acts in the movie and will be hosting a Q/A after the showing on August 29th. We hope to see y’all there 🐴!

Showtimes are:
August 21st @ 2pm
August 26th @ 2pm
August 29th @ 5pm followed by a Q/A with actor and advocate Matthew Schwab
September 3rd @ 7pm
September 4th @ 2pm

Tickets 🎟️are on sale now: https://thecarytheater.com/event/horsegirls-3/the-cary/cary/

⭐Staff Spotlight: Sherry Steelman⭐

Today we celebrate Sherry, the Resource Navigator for the Southern Piedmont and Triad Chapters, and she leads Outreach & Engagement statewide for our organization. Sherry’s passion and dedication positively impact everyone around her. We are truly grateful for Sherry’s compassion, strength, and community centered mindset!

Check out these back to school events happening in Wake County!

WE’RE HIRING: We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Quality Associate to join our statewide team. The Quality Associate supports program quality and operational excellence through the review and approval of purchase requests, data management, reporting, and user support within FIFNC's customized Salesforce database. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build experience in nonprofit operations, quality assurance, program monitoring, and Salesforce administration.

APPLY TODAY: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0f565535f5696aa0&from=shareddesktop_copy

Did you know First in Families of NC supports people of all ages?

While many people first hear about family support services for children, FIFNC also supports adults and seniors facing a variety of life challenges.

Our goal is to help individuals and families feel supported, connected, and empowered at every stage of life.

Know someone who may benefit from support? Share this post or explore your local chapter today.

Learn more: https://www.fifnc.org/

Come join the 4th annual Durham Disability Pride event and parade happening this Saturday, July 25th at Duke Memorial United Methodist Church from 3pm to 6:30pm. The parade will officially start at 5:30pm 🎊. After the event, join BarNone by AKALAKA, Root Causes, and Caring Across Generations for a fun afterparty you don’t want to miss. Enjoy mocktails (no alcohol), free dinner, and a short workshop designed to help you write a message to protect Medicaid using your voice 🎤. Register today to join the party: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-caring-community-gathering-ft-barnone-by-akalaka-with-root-causes-celebrating-disability-pride

Looking for support, resources, or ways to get involved this summer? First in Families of NC has local chapters serving communities across all 100 North Carolina counties.

Our chapters work directly with individuals and families to provide practical support and connect people with nearby resources and community services.

Whether you are a caregiver, family member, volunteer, supporter, or community partner, your local chapter is here to help build stronger connections close to home.

Find your local chapter and learn more about available support: https://www.fifnc.org/

Join us in Charlotte on July 29 as we support this incredible event focused on the future of brain injury and stroke care. We hope to see you there as survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates come together for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration.

Get your tickets today! Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and secure your spot.💙

What's the scoop? Community, connection, and a lot of ice cream!

Thank you to the for sponsoring this wonderful back to school event. Shoutout to Autism Society of North Carolina, Brain Balance Centers, and Alsies Ice Cream Truck for helping us make this ice cream social a sweet success🎉!

Music credit: "Starfields" by Hallman

At First in Families of NC, donations help individuals and families access goods and services that may not be covered by insurance or other programs.

That support may include:

🔹Sensory support.
🔹Minor vehicle repairs.
🔹Medical equipment.
🔹Assistive technology.
🔹Other practical daily needs.

These resources can create greater independence, connection, and opportunity for families throughout our communities.

Learn more or make a donation today: https://www.fifnc.org/