With over 10 years of experience at Family Service of Roanoke Valley, Sarah Jane Lawrence continues to be a vital part of the organization, managing the Teen Outreach Program® and Positive Action. As a Prevention Programs Manager, she manages both programs by training and supervising the staff, oversees the facilitation of the programs and maintains …
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Having lived in Roanoke for over 40 years, I am no stranger to the wonderful things our valley has to offer. I grew up in the Northern Neck of Virginia but decided to build my life in Roanoke after graduating from Hollins University. Roanoke has proven to be a delightful place to raise a family, …
A team of dedicated students, including Teen Outreach Program® veteran and senior Irrionne Adams, brought Roanoke Valley’s Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) 2019 to life. Irrionne Adams has built a long history at Family Service of Roanoke Valley, having been in Family Service’s programs since elementary school. This means she has been a part of …
Over $60,000 was raised at Celebrity Tip Off this year, between raffle ticket sales, tips, live and silent auction items, reservations, and sponsorships, thanks to you and our celebrity waiters! You are creating a more healthy, happy and hopeful community. At Celebrity Tip Off : Dynamic Duos last night, our neighbors came together to back …
During her time at Family Service, Megan Scheuneman has worn numerous hats as she contributes in several capacities. As a part of the youth development program, her primary role is to provide positive role models for youth and teens in our community. This is done through teaching life skills classes in schools and after school …
Everyone can participate in the excitement of race day during “America’s Toughest Road Marathon.” Carilion Children’s and Family Service of Roanoke Valley, which plans the local Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) events each year, have partnered to host the fourth annual Carilion Children’s Family 1 Miler in conjunction with the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon on Saturday, April …
Working towards her Masters of Social Work from Radford University, Chelsea Hodges interns with Youth Development as a part of the Community Youth Program in Roanoke Valley. Chelsea earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and is currently a MSW candidate, tentatively graduating in 2020. The Youth Development program at Family Service has multiple services. …
Throughout my life I have been an advocate for diversity and inclusivity. So much so I was able to turn my passion into a career. For the past 20 years I have been focused on leading diversity and inclusion initiatives. My current position is at Hollins University, serving as Special Advisor on Inclusivity and Diversity. …
Bryan supports Family Service as a Youth Development Specialist. He teaches both Positive Action (PA) and Teen Outreach Program (TOP), while also supporting Project AIM. The first two programs are geared towards all ages from 1st grade to 5th grade in PA to Middle School to High School in TOP. PA teaches children that their …
When you attend Celebrity Tip Off, you will be enthralled and inspired by the stories you hear. Get the dish at Celebrity Tip Off: Dynamic Duos on Thursday, April 11 at The Shenandoah Club. You can register now! If you aren’t able to attend, check out this year’s Dynamic Duos and tip your favorites’!! Celebrity Waiters tell all This …
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