Family Lifeline

10/14/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our President & CEO, Jenn Case, on being selected for Leadership Metro Richmond's Leadership Quest Class of 2027!

Jenn joins a cohort of seventy community leaders who will spend the next nine months exploring regional challenges and strengthening connections across the nonprofit, education, business, and government sectors. We’re proud to see her leadership recognized and excited for the impact this experience will have on Family Lifeline and the communities we serve.

Please join us in congratulating Jenn and thanking her for her continued dedication to advocating for families and individuals throughout our region.

10/13/2026

Baskets of Cheer is Back! 🎁

This December, Family Lifeline will once again deliver Baskets of Cheer filled with holiday treats, comfort items, and heartfelt appreciation to our Visiting Volunteer matches, Home Care clients, PCA/CNA care providers, and valued community partners.

Want to help spread joy this holiday season? There are so many ways to get involved: You can donate items, sponsor a basket, engage your workplace or organization, or volunteer to personally deliver baskets to recipients’ homes

Interested in participating? Send us a message to learn more! 🌟

See our Baskets of Cheer Amazon wish list here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/KX90H03BQXKN/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

10/12/2026

ENGLISH: Medicaid changes are coming. New federal rules may change who qualifies for Medicaid and what some people must do to keep their coverage. Changes include new eligibility rules, work requirements, and more frequent renewals. Stay informed, respond to Medicaid and DSS notices, and ask for help if you have questions.

ESPAÑOL: Vienen cambios a Medicaid. Las nuevas normas federales podrían cambiar quiénes reúnen los requisitos para Medicaid y lo que algunas personas deben hacer para mantener su cobertura. Los cambios incluyen nuevas normas de elegibilidad, requisitos laborales y renovaciones más frecuentes. Manténgase informado, responda a los avisos de Medicaid y del DSS, y solicite ayuda si tiene preguntas.

PASHTO: په Medicaid کې بدلونونه را روان دي.

نوي فدرالي مقررات ښايي دا بدل کړي چې څوک د Medicaid لپاره وړ دی او ځینې خلک باید د خپل پوښښ ساتلو لپاره څه وکړي. په دې بدلونونو کې د وړتیا نوي مقررات، کاري شرایط او په لنډو مودو کې د پوښښ نوي کول شامل دي.

ځان خبر وساتئ، د Medicaid او DSS خبرتیاوو ته ځواب ورکړئ او که پوښتنې لرئ، مرسته وغواړئ

10/02/2026

❇️ Home Visitor Highlight ❇️

Sonia has been partnering with families in our Growing Well program for over a year now and has truly been so supportive of the parents and children she serves. Here's what her supervisor has to say about her commitment to serving families:

"Sonia shows up each day motivated and focused on providing the best experience possible for her families. She inspires others to stand up for what is right and while also maintaining a positive outlook. Sonia regularly demonstrates the value of SUPPORT not only through her encouragement with families to believe in themselves , but also through her willingness to step up for the team. Sonia has helped in many ways such as covering families temporarily, assisting with training/shadow visits, or just being a listening ear, which is much appreciated!" - Sedonnah, Henrico Healthy Families Program Manager

Sonia was also our Bicycle Award winner last month! 🚲

09/28/2026

Strong family relationships are a critical foundation for healthy childhood development. Whether through shared meals, conversations, play, reading, or other everyday moments, spending quality time together helps children build confidence, strengthen relationships, and develop a sense of security and belonging.

At Family Lifeline, we are committed to supporting families and caregivers because we know that strong families help create stronger communities.

This Family Day, we encourage everyone to make time for meaningful connection and celebrate the relationships that help children thrive.

09/28/2026

Family connections play an important role in helping children grow and thrive. Whether it's sharing a meal, reading a favorite book, taking a walk, or simply spending time together, these moments help build strong relationships and support healthy childhood development.

Children benefit when they feel connected, supported, and loved by the adults in their lives. Those everyday interactions help foster confidence, emotional well-being, and resilience that can last a lifetime.

Today, Family Lifeline celebrates all families, caregivers, grandparents, and loved ones who make time to nurture meaningful connections with the children they care for.

💙 Take a moment today to unplug, connect, and enjoy time together. The memories you create today can have a lasting impact tomorrow.

09/25/2026

🍂 Fall allergies can make asthma symptoms worse.

For many families in Richmond, this time of year brings more than cooler temperatures. Ragweed pollen and mold spores from fallen leaves can trigger asthma and allergy symptoms, making it harder for children living with asthma to stay healthy.

Through our Growing Well program, we offer asthma case management services for children and youth up to age 18. Our community health workers provide asthma education, support, and connections to resources that help families better manage asthma at home and in their communities.

If your child could benefit from asthma case management services, complete the referral form on our website to get started.

09/21/2026

What does it mean to grow older without stable housing?

Join PositiveAge on November 10th for a community screening of "No Place to Grow Old." This film is a moving documentary that shares the stories of three older adults experiencing homelessness and housing instability.

After the screening, Partnership for Positive Aging will present Richmond-specific data on the housing challenges facing older adults in our community, followed by a panel discussion with local leaders.

This is an important opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of the conversation about how we can better support older adults in Richmond.

💚 Learn more and register through this link: https://leadingagevirginia.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2075638&group=

09/17/2026

We are hiring!

Family Lifeline is currently seeking PCA/CNA/NA caregivers for our home care and shelter program. If you or someone you know is committed to providing compassionate and person-centered care we encourage you to apply.

Please email your resume to [email protected] if interested in applying or if you have any questions.

09/15/2026

We are proud to share that our bilingual family support specialist Christina has been awarded one of the 2026 Parents as Teachers Parent Educators of the Year!

Congratulations to Christina O’Leary, one of the 2026 Parents as Teachers Parent Educators of the Year!

As a bilingual family support specialist with Family Lifeline, Christina works alongside families to navigate resources and pursue their education and employment goals. During her four years as a home visitor, her support has contributed to 26 successful connections to employment, while six families have returned to or enrolled in school.

Christina says she is most proud of the long-term partnerships she has formed with families and the trust they have built together.

Join us in celebrating Christina and her commitment to creating pathways toward lasting family stability at PATCON26 in Portland, Oregon.