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Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: Raising children is one of the most important things a person can do, and yet there’s a perception that we should just know what to do naturally—that’s just not the case. Parenting is learned and the skills needed can change quickly. Really, who doesn’t need a cheer leader and someone to help them through the rough patches in life? We get to work hand in hand with parents and do heart centered work here at FRC—what better way to create a more compassionate kind world than to support parents and families.

Q: What is your favorite quote at the moment?

"The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise."

-Maya Angelou

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: As supporting staff for our Instructors, I see their passion and commitment to helping families in our community.  Strengthening families is the goal of our dedicated Instructors and, seeing their work in action, motivates me every day.

Q: What is your favorite quote these days?

Count your blessings!

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center? 

A: Since I was a child I had always wondered how parenting worked, “Why were my parents so strict, why did they not seem to understand us?” so I knew I wanted to work in the field where I could either help out those children that were struggling at home, or those parents struggling to parent. I now know I have landed in a place where I can help both. Understanding the everyday struggles of being a parent and a child isn’t easy, but there are so many approaches we can share with you to make that journey much more enjoyable. I love to hear when parents say “Oh my! I wish I knew this when my older kids were younger!”

Rosa grew up in Hood River and has lived in Deschutes County for over 20 years. She has worked in parenting education since 2012 and is a mother to four children, and grandmother to five! She is among our bilingual speakers and uses her ability to speak both Spanish and English to connect with parents and make them feel at-home in this work. If you ask Rosa what she did over the weekend, chances are she will break a wide smile and describe the sweet moments she spent with her loved ones. She loves the beach, watching movies, and hiking. 

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: I love that I am able to serve as a connector. Parents who come to parenting class find a sense of community. Parents who attend our Zoom Parent to Parent Group find support and realize that parenting is a universal experience, regardless of individual circumstances. The clients that I provide coaching for often feel heard and supported for the first time as a parent. I feel so fortunate to be able to do this incredibly important work.

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: I want to help bring awareness and drive support so that our passionate and supportive team can continue their positive impact and service to our families, friends, neighbors, and communities throughout Central Oregon.

Q: What is your favorite quote at the moment?

Most people don’t want to be part of the process, they just want to be part of the outcome. But the process is where you figure out who’s worth being part of the outcome.

-Alex Morton

Katie grew up and has lived across Central Oregon. She began her 10 year foray into education as a preschool director and later found her way to parenting education with Family Resource Center. Katie's superpower is empathy. She is the person in the room who truly feels and understands different life experiences and is passionate about supporting healing through any journey. Outside of working with parents, Katie loves hiking, paddle boarding, and any type of adventure with her family. She is a mother to two young boys, so describes even a trip to the grocery store as an adventure!

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: It might sound cliche but what drives me in my work for Family Resource Center are my two boys. I love being a mom but in today's world, that can come with many challenges. I come from a place where I can relate to other parents who want to connect and be part of a supportive community. It truly does take a village and FRC allows me to be part of that.

Q: What is your favorite quote these days?

"Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes."

-Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

I am very excited to work together with our community families as we build partnerships in supporting each other through this journey in life. Parenting has its many challenges but with the right tools, parents and families can be successful and thrive.  I am grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside Central Oregon families as we support one another through not only education and evidence-based practices but also compassion, understanding, open-mindedness, and empathy.

Q: What is your favorite quote at the moment?

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring; all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” -Leo Buscaglia

Q: What drives you in your work with Family Resource Center?

A: I am driven by the power of parenting! Parenting education is one of Public Health's most undervalued prevention tools.Parenting isn't just important for children, but also for our community. Through parenting we can create lasting, positive changes in our community. 

Are you passionate about strengthening family connection and supporting parents? Do you want to work with a team that values your unique life experience and welcomes you as part of the family? If you answered yes to these questions, you might be our next team member. Click here to see available opportunities!