As we culminate our 2022-2023 Year in Review, we at Informed Families are overjoyed to share some standout statistics that encapsulate the hard work and dedication of our team and community partners over the past year.

Topics: Family Day, holidays, family bonding, Give Miami Day 2023, crafts

The holiday season is a special time for family bonding and creating lasting memories. As we navigate this festive period, it's important to find ways to strengthen our family connections and instill positive values in our children. 

Topics: Family Day, holidays, family bonding, crafts

When you think of the dinner table, what comes to mind? For many, it evokes memories of family, friends, delicious food, and lively conversations. While these moments can be filled with joy, laughter, and bonding, the dinner table also offers a golden opportunity to teach invaluable life skills.

Let’s explore some of the many life lessons that can be imparted, all while sharing a meal together:

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

In the hustle and bustle of our contemporary world, with deadlines at work, after-school activities, and an array of external commitments, making time for family often gets relegated to the bottom of our to-do list. Yet, amidst this chaos, the age-old tradition of a family dinner stands as a beacon of connection, reflection, and bonding. But how can we, in the midst of our ever-tightening schedules, prioritize this invaluable time? Here are some tips to help you strike that balance:

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

Amidst the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, it's easy for the age-old tradition of family dinners to get lost in the shuffle. But have you ever wondered about the profound impact of these seemingly simple moments shared over a meal? Our Family Days™ Campaign is a national movement reviving the significance of family meals and their remarkable benefits on our youth.

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, substance abuse

As we wave goodbye to the relaxing days of summer and usher in the bustling fall season, the rhythm of life begins to change once again. August, a month filled with excitement and anticipation, marks not only 'Back to School Month' but also 'Family Fun Month.' So why not combine these two unique themes and make the transition back to school an engaging and enjoyable experience for the whole family?

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

As we navigate the hectic tempo of modern living, one aspect often gets relegated to the back burner – self-care. As the culture of 'busyness' grows, we sometimes forget that our most fundamental responsibility is to ourselves and our well-being. 

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

One of this month’s Family Table Time topics is safety and behavior. While it’s important not to blame victims when bad things happen to them, it’s also important that teens know which behaviors might put them at risk.

Topics: Family Day, parenting, teenagers, teens

Red Ribbon Week, celebrated annually from October 23-31, is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program targeted to K-12 students. The purpose of the commemoration is to raise awareness among the young about the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other harmful drugs.

Topics: Family Day, parenting, teenagers, teens

We know there’s a mental health crisis in our young people. It predates the pandemic, but the COVID-based disruptions to their lives made things worse. This has led many schools to initiate various programs to help kids cope with the stress.

Topics: Family Day, parenting, teenagers, teens