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February is National Cancer Prevention Month: Steps to Lower Your Risk

February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, a time to reflect on the proactive steps we can take to reduce our cancer risk. While genetics play a role in cancer development, according to research published by the American Cancer Society, nearly 40% of cancer cases and 44% of cancer-related deaths are linked to preventable lifestyle choices. By… Continue reading February is National Cancer Prevention Month: Steps to Lower Your Risk

Training To Help Develop Stronger Families – Nurturing Parenting Program

The Nurturing Parenting Program is an evidence-based program recognized by the National Registry of Evidence-based Parenting Programs and Practices The Nurturing Parenting Program serves the community and court-ordered families utilizing the Nurturing Parenting Curriculum in a group setting. In the twelve-week course, families learn strategies to develop and change parenting personality traits and how they… Continue reading Training To Help Develop Stronger Families – Nurturing Parenting Program

A Startling Connection Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health

Oral Health is considered an essential part of our well-being. The mouth is a harbor to many bacteria. From there, bacteria can travel through the bloodstream to various organs and cause disease. More than 700 species have been found to live in the mouth. Beneficial and non-beneficial species live in a commensal relationship in which… Continue reading A Startling Connection Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health

Shirley Gibson: Remembering A Great Friend and Supporter of CFCE, Inc.

The Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer Delores Dunn, and staff of the Center for Family and Child Enrichment, Inc. (“CFCE”) extend sincere condolences to the family of our beloved, Shirley Gibson. “May the life she lived speak for her” are the words that come to mind when we consider the tremendous impact that Ms.… Continue reading Shirley Gibson: Remembering A Great Friend and Supporter of CFCE, Inc.

A Parent’s Journey Through the Dependency Court, Part One: The Child Protective Investigator

When a family becomes the subject of a juvenile dependency investigation, it can be an overwhelming experience. The dependency court process has many stages and numerous parties and participants who are involved at each stage. For parents who are unfamiliar with the process, it can be a very confusing and scary ordeal. The fear becomes… Continue reading A Parent’s Journey Through the Dependency Court, Part One: The Child Protective Investigator

Nutrition Hacks: The Power of Cauliflower (NEW RECIPE!)

Most of you have heard about eating the rainbow. In fact, Time Magazine recommended for a long, healthy life that you make your plate look like a bowl of Crayola crayons. Think red, blue, orange, and green. Recently, however, there has been a superstar vegetable in the white category and that is cauliflower. Cauliflower is… Continue reading Nutrition Hacks: The Power of Cauliflower (NEW RECIPE!)

Community Health Bulletin: Free HIV/STI Testing, Education, and PrEP Services

We are thrilled to unveil a comprehensive initiative dedicated to the well-being of our community. At the Center for Family and Child Enrichment, Inc. (CFCE), we believe that informed choices are the foundation of good health. Our new campaign focuses on offering free HIV and STI testing at CFCE. Trained professionals will provide confidential testing… Continue reading Community Health Bulletin: Free HIV/STI Testing, Education, and PrEP Services

Join Us in Giving this #GiveMiamiDay to Help Families In Crisis Succeed

Your giving always makes an impact at the Center for Family & Child Enrichment, Inc…giving on Give Miami Day elevates it even more through matching gifts and special giving incentive periods. As one of the nation’s biggest 24-hour annual giving events, GiveMiamiDay, is an online giving campaign that since 2012 has raised $100 million for… Continue reading Join Us in Giving this #GiveMiamiDay to Help Families In Crisis Succeed

Resources and Support Available for Expecting and New Moms

At the Pediatric & Family Health & Wellness Center, we are dedicated to empowering new moms on their journey to optimal health and ensuring the well-being of their precious babies. We understand that the early stages of motherhood can be both rewarding and challenging, which is why we provide comprehensive support and resources to guide… Continue reading Resources and Support Available for Expecting and New Moms

Family Therapy Do’s & Don’ts

Everyone has family problems. Family therapy can help you communicate and work through problems. Here are some tips for getting the most out of therapy to help improve your family’s overall well-being.