by jgaynor | Aug 23, 2017 | Articles, News
“We’re going off-roading now,” said Chip, 27, to his 16-year-old brother Justin. For many teenage boys, that would be an exciting adventure. But when you’re medically fragile and use a wheelchair, it can be quite frightening. That’s when Deborah Nickerson knew she...
by jgaynor | Aug 18, 2017 | Articles, News
At UMFS, we are unwavering champions for high-risk children and families. Our staff includes many talented social workers, teachers, counselors, and therapists. We also have dedicated support staff in disciplines including administration, IT, finance, and HR who help...
by jgaynor | Aug 17, 2017 | Articles, News
Elizabeth Buchholz’s enthusiasm for Collaborative Problem Solving is contagious. She has seen it make a difference in the lives of the children at UMFS, and she is always happy to share her expertise and train others. Collaborative Problem Solving teaches both adults...
by jgaynor | Aug 9, 2017 | Articles, News
They say it takes a village to raise a child. We agree. Community support makes a huge difference in the lives of the high-risk children and families we serve. From the mentors and tutors who work with them one-on-one, to the church groups who bring pot luck dinners,...
by jgaynor | Aug 7, 2017 | Articles, News
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a youth counselor at UMFS? Youth counselors play a crucial role in the lives of the youth in the UMFS Child & Family Healing Center. CFHC is a 24-hour intensive residential treatment center, working with children who are...