In this episode of the Florida Family Law Attorney Podcast, host Gerard Virga speaks with Kevin Maloney, CEO, and Megan Seraphine, Community Engagement Manager of Children in Crisis. They discuss the organization’s mission to provide homes for children in need, the importance of keeping siblings together, and the challenges faced in the child welfare system. The conversation highlights the critical role of community support, volunteerism, and the intersection of legal and child welfare systems in ensuring the well-being of at-risk children.

Takeaways

• Children in Crisis provides essential support for at-risk children.
• Keeping siblings together is crucial for emotional stability.
• Community involvement is vital for the success of child welfare programs.
• Trauma can have long-lasting effects on children’s health and well-being.
• The legal system plays a significant role in child welfare cases.
• Volunteering can make a substantial difference in children’s lives.
• Children in Crisis operates a neighborhood designed to feel like home.
• The organization relies heavily on community donations and support.
• Maintaining a normal environment helps children cope with trauma.
• Awareness and education about child welfare issues are essential for community support.

• “It takes a village to raise children.”
• “Pressure is a privilege.”
• “Every child deserves a loving home.”