programs/ donate/ get involved/ events/ employment/ about us NEWS & NOTES Healthy Families Helps Family Find Financial Security July 13, 2021 Nicole is a mom to a happy and healthy 18-month-old little girl. Nicole had been working in the restaurant industry but sadly, due to COVID-19, her income declined, and eventually she was without work. Finding another job during the pandemic became very challenging. Nicole was trying to avoid daycare costs therefore was looking for work that would work within her partner's work schedule. Due to all of these factors it was almost impossible for Nicole to find employment. Nicole started to feel very isolated from not working, and soon the isolation started to affect her mental health. Nicole turned to Healthy Families for support, and this is where she met her Family Support Specialist Sarah. Sarah had many conversations with Nicole about her feelings and progress. Sarah recognized that if she could help Nicole, it would help the whole family succeed. Sarah worked to support Nicole and problem solve possible employment solutions. Sarah sent Nicole resources for a business that was currently hiring. The job Sarah found would work around Nicole’s partner's schedule, which would help prevent the need for costly daycare for the family. Nicole was able to follow up on the resource Sarah provided her. Nicole had an interview and is now employed! Nicole shared her excitement with Sarah. Now she has the "perfect job" for her family and is receiving a steady income. Sarah was able to support Nicole and help her strengthen her family's financial situation by providing her with a resource for the job. Nicole's new job has helped strengthen her social connections and mental health. Sarah and Nicole continue to work together regularly to keep achieving Nicole's goals for her family. Jessica Tran/ 1 Comment 0 Likes Share CACFP HELPS TURN FOOD INTO A ... CHILD & FAMILY RESOURCES STANDS ... Comments (1) Newest First Oldest First Newest First Most Liked Least Liked Preview POST COMMENT… Guest 5 months ago · 0 Likes Thank you for sharing this story. If you have any questions regarding Child care subsidy please feel free to contact me Vianca Villa, Assistant Region Manager for the Childcare Administration. We currently have two scholarship programs in place that may assist families such as Nicole and her partner. Vianca Villa (520) 209-1061 vvilla@azdes.gov Thank you for visiting! / © Child & Family Resources / Contact Us / EIN # 86-0251984 / Contact the webmaster / Privacy Statement