Coalition for Families

Improving the Quality of Life
One Family
At A Time

Our quality of life begins with strong families, which is why The Coalition for Families is dedicated to finding ways to make sure all Lee County families remain strong and vibrant.

Since we formed as a nonprofit in 1991, some of the specific projects have changed.

Now, we're working to reduce infant mortality and morbidity, prevent teenage pregnancy and provide for other needs of parents and their young children. Here's a look at our current projects.

We invite you to join us as volunteers or contributors. And, if we can help your family, please give us a call!

The Coalition for Families 507 N. Steele Street Sanford, NC 27330 919.774.8144

Child Care Resource and Referral Resources to help parents locate quality child care and serving child care providers by giving them the link they need to keep up-to-date on the latest in child care development and services. Contact Judy Thomas at 919.774.8144 ext. 209 or jthomascoalition@windstream.net. Parents As Teachers A free support system of services for all Lee County families with children from birth to three years of age, working through monthly home visits, screening and referral services, and group meetings. Contact Kristy Arey at 919.774.8144 ext. 204 or kareycoalition@windstream.net. Sister Love A community effort promoting the health and happiness of African American women and their children, offering one-on-one emotional support, resources and referrals, support group meetings, assistance in developing family goals and information on how to have and raise healthy babies and children. Contact Kristy Arey at 919.774.8144 ext. 204 or kareycoalition@windstream.net. Teen Outreach Programming after school for middle and high school teens, both boys and girls, emphasizing self-esteem, good decision making and responsibility for the well-being of their communities. Students complete 20 hours of community service during the school year. Contact Karen Bullock at 919.774.8144 ext. 205 or kbullockcoalition@windstream.net. Teen Track Visits by teen parent counselors to pregnant teens at their schools and home, providing health and wellness information, parenting skills, screenings, group meetings, and referrals for services. Contact Brittany Garner at 919.774.8144 ext. 203 or bgarnercoalition@windstream.net.