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In preparation for this story, we asked the current staff of Hilltop Child and Family Development Center to share any insights, stories, or memories they have of L’tanya Harris. The most common sentiments shared were: Truly loves ... [Read More]
Addressing Mental Health Challenges Among Black Youth and Teens
Mental health struggles among youth and teens are a growing concern across the nation, but the impact within the African American community is especially alarming. Despite making strides in raising awareness about mental health, systemic inequities, cultural ... [Read More]
Counseling vs. Psychiatry: Knowing The Difference
At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri, we are proud to provide low-cost, high-quality mental health counseling and psychiatry services to children and families across the state. While these services are essential for addressing a wide ... [Read More]
Welcome Tom Hohenstein as New Board Chair
Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri (LFCS), one of Missouri’s oldest and most respected social service agencies, is proud to announce the appointment of Tom Hohenstein as the new Chair of the Board of Directors. Hohenstein ... [Read More]
Bringing The Healing Power of Music Therapy to Hilltop
At Hilltop Child and Family Development Center, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity for a bright and successful future. This year, we are proud to partner with Midwest Music Therapy to offer music therapy services ... [Read More]
National Adoption Month: The Hanfs and Open Adoption
Michael and Sarah Hanf’s adoption journey is a powerful testament to the importance of openness in adoption. Their path, like many who pursue adoption, was filled with both hope and heartbreak. When the Hanfs first reached out ... [Read More]
LFCS Rallies Around Kids During This Election Season
As election season approaches, we encourage you to focus on what truly matters: the well-being of children and families in our community. While we may be passionate about our politics, there’s one thing we can all agree ... [Read More]
Self-Care Awareness and Suicide Prevention: A Unified Approach to Addressing the National Suicide Epidemic
In recent years, the national suicide epidemic has reached alarming levels, affecting individuals and families across the country. LFCS has seen how impactful suicide has been to our clients, their family & friends, and our community. As ... [Read More]
Finding Confidence & Success Through Therapy: Albert’s Story
The following story was submitted by an LFCS behavioral health counselor. I met Albert when he was in 4th grade. His teacher referred him to our school counseling program for anger and social skill issues. At that ... [Read More]
GRIEF IN ADOPTION
While adoption is often portrayed as a heartwarming journey filled with love and new beginnings, it is essential to acknowledge the complex emotions and grief that can accompany the process. For birth parents, the decision to place ... [Read More]
Empowering Families: Inside Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri’s Parenting Program
At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri (LFCS), we believe in the transformative power of personalized support and unwavering dedication to our clients’ well-being. Our parenting program is not just about imparting knowledge; it’s about fostering ... [Read More]
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