Cayden’s Story
HEALING FROM TRAUMA
When Lauren came to Futures First, she was at her breaking point. Her little boy, Cayden, was suddenly acting out in ways she didn’t understand. With support, Lauren discovered that Cayden’s behavior was linked to past trauma. Through play therapy, they found healing — together.
Mrs. Sheri’s Story
SUPPORTING THE PEOPLE WHO NURTURE YOUNG LIVES
Mrs. Sheri’s journey as a family child care provider has reached new heights, benefiting both the families she serves and her own professional growth. Her story is a testament to the power of community and support, and how Futures First empowers the people who nurture young lives.
Rose’s Story
EARLY CARE, LASTING IMPACT
Like many parents, Rose faced challenges that felt impossible — until she found hope and support through Futures First. From prenatal care to preparing her sons for kindergarten, and pursuing her own dreams, Futures First was by her side every step of the way.
LaMisha’s Story
MOVING BEYOND DEPRESSION
With the help of Futures First, LaMisha, a mother of two, overcame postpartum depression — learning she needed to nurture herself and prioritize her own self care in order to truly support her children.
Mia Finds Success as a New Parent
Mia shares her story about how Futures First provided parenting tools that helped her connect with her young son. When she faced setbacks, Futures First served as a support system to help her nurture her son through traumatic events and the big feelings he was experiencing.
Child Care Scholarship Allows Family to Thrive
We encounter parents like Christina far too often. Striving for the best for their children, working long hours and often piecing together care for their children, but constantly worried the rug could be pulled out from under them at any moment.
Talitha Becomes the Caregiver and Teacher She Always Wanted to Be
Working with Futures First, Talitha overcame a rough period in her life, tapping into her skills to become the caregiver, teacher and advocate she had always hoped to be.
Maurice Prepares His Son for Success
When Maurice heard about Futures First’s home-based Head Start program, it seemed like an answer to his prayers, a perfect fit. They enrolled and quickly saw the value the program offered — it wasn’t just helping prepare their son for school, it equipped them to be even better parents and educators, and helped them work toward goals that strengthened their family.
Futures First Partners with Preschool to Prepare Children for Success
A partnership between KidZone Learning Center and Futures First has resulted in an increased capacity and a higher quality of care.
Parents Are Their Child’s Best First Teacher
Futures First provides parenting education to residents of Kansas City, Kansas housing developments. Parents of young children come to classes where they learn techniques based in brain science and child development, and build better connections and nurturing relationships with their children — ensuring their children have a strong foundation for success.