Thompson Child & Family Focus

06/24/2026

Nearly half of households across the Southeast are working hard every day and still struggling to afford basic necessities. These families are known as ALICE—Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed—and they often live one unexpected expense away from crisis.

At Thompson, we know that strengthening families before a crisis occurs is one of the most effective ways to support children. Through mental health services, family support programs, foster care, kinship care, and early intervention, we're helping create stability and opportunity for families across North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Read our latest blog to learn what the ALICE report reveals and why prevention-focused support matters now more than ever.

Millions of working families in NC, SC, FL, KY, and TN cannot afford basic necessities. Learn what ALICE data means for child welfare and how Thompson responds.

06/23/2026

Every reunification represents a family finding stability, hope, and a path forward. 💜

In Seminole County, our goal is to achieve family reunification within 12 months whenever possible. While every family's journey is different, we remain committed to supporting children and caregivers until permanency is achieved.
We are incredibly proud of the work our Florida team is doing each day to support children, strengthen families, and help create lasting permanency outcomes.

These numbers reflect the impact of that work, showcasing reunification outcomes from 2025 and the progress made so far in 2026. Behind every number is a child safely reunited with family and a family taking steps toward long-term stability and success.

06/19/2026

We’re grateful for community partners like Commission 127 who share our commitment to strengthening families and supporting successful reunifications across Florida. Together, we are helping create brighter futures by ensuring children and families have the resources, support, and connections they need to thrive.

Thank you for partnering with us and making a lasting difference in the lives of families throughout our communities. 💜

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06/18/2026

This Family Reunification Month, we celebrate the power of family connections.

After a period of transition and support from their maternal grandmother, two siblings were successfully reunified with their father in Texas. Today, they are thriving as they build meaningful relationships with their father and extended family while maintaining important connections with their mother.

Family reunification is about creating lasting connections, supporting healthy relationships, and ensuring children have the opportunity to grow surrounded by those who care for them most. 💜

06/17/2026

Looking for more than just a job?

We're growing, and we're looking for passionate people to join the Thompson team.

We're currently hiring for roles including:

🔹 Residential Care Specialists
🔹 Case Managers
🔹 Therapists
🔹 Registered Nurses (RNs)
🔹 Additional clinical, direct care, and leadership positions

At Thompson, every role helps create brighter futures for children, families, and communities. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today at thompsoncff.org/job-opportunities and discover how you can be part of a team that's changing lives every day.

06/16/2026

We're excited to see our CEO, Will Jones, presenting at the 2026 Texas Child Care Administrators Conference ( )!
Will will be joining child and family well-being professionals from across Texas to share insights during his session, "Everything Begins and Ends with Leadership: A Framework for Recruiting, Hiring & Developing Leaders Who Scale Impact."

This session will explore practical strategies for building strong leadership pipelines that drive sustainable growth and lasting impact for organizations serving children and families.

Learn more at https://conference.tacfs.org

06/15/2026

A special thank you to Sports Outreach, Young ICONs, and Healthy Body Healthy Mind for helping make our Summer Enrichment Program such a meaningful experience for the students we serve. 💙

Through sports, music therapy, wellness activities, and positive mentorship, these partnerships provide opportunities for growth, creativity, connection, and joy. Together, we're creating safe, supportive environments where young people can build confidence, discover new passions, and thrive.

We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to making a lasting impact in our community.

06/12/2026

Can a great operator always become a great leader? Not without the right mindset. Our CEO Will Jones broke down his formula for leadership excellence on a recent episode of the HandledIt podcast.

To scale from executing tasks to leading teams, you need to be:

* Entrepreneurial: See the bigger picture.
* Outcome-driven: Focus on the results that actually matter.
* Process-oriented: Just enough structure to keep the wheels turning without slowing things down.

Big thanks to hosts Joe Perkins (COO) and Brent Hillabrand (President and CEO), and fellow guest Ryan Tiller (VP of Distribution & Fleet Services) for an incredible conversation.

06/11/2026

We’re excited to partner with the Charlotte Hornets Hoops Summer Camps this summer! 🏀💜

Through Thompson’s HiveMind program, campers are engaging in meaningful experiences that support mental health, build confidence, and provide positive spaces for growth and connection both on and off the court. Together, we’re creating opportunities that help youth learn, grow, and thrive and we’re already seeing the impact in real time.

The importance of this work is rooted in making a real difference in our communities and investing in the next generation.

06/10/2026

🎂 Every child deserves a birthday filled with joy, love, and a reason to smile.

Thanks to our partnership with Manolo's Bakery and Cakes for Kids, children in foster care receive a personalized birthday cake that reminds them they are valued, celebrated, and cared for.
For just $31.41, you can help make a child’s special day unforgettable by providing a custom birthday cake made just for them.

💙 Want to help create more birthday memories?

Make a donation today:
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