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Did You Know?
Our Youth Development Department increased their outreach to nearly 1,000 families and children.
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Contact Information
Address:
1509 16th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone:
(202) 289-1510
Email:
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2010 Annual Report
Special Thanks to our 2011 Mayor’s Annual Senior Holiday Celebration Partner Sponsor, AARP
We would like to thank our presenting sponsors of our 2011 Annual Awards & Fundraiser Event for their generous support of the community and Family Matters:
We appreciate your continued support!
Bright Futures Teen Mother Program
Parenting is always a challenge. For a teenager, raising a child can be overwhelming. For a teenager in the foster care system, caring for a baby can seem impossible. Our Bright Futures Program for teen mothers is dedicated to giving young mothers who are wards of the District of Columbia the guidance and support they need to be independent, capable adults and mothers.
At Bright Futures, up to 14 young women live in a nurturing environment caring for their children while working with a staff of supportive professionals 24 hours a day to gain the vital skills needed to raise a family. Staff members serve as mentors and links to quality daycare providers, educational opportunities, vocational and lifestyle training, health care and housing information.
All Bright Futures residents are enrolled in high school or vocational training as well as parenting classes and must be at least 16 years of age. Participants graduate from the program at the age of 21 with the knowledge and skills they need to make good choices and be healthy adults. Former residents remain connected to Bright Futures through the relationships forged with their on-site mentors. Clients incur no cost to enroll and should contact our intake coordinator for more information (202) 289-1510.
