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Independent Living Back-to-School-Bash Brings Smiles to IL Young Adults
It was a fantastic time celebrating our Independent Living young adults—foster youth who are aging out of, or have already aged out of, care. The event was filled with fun, food, and community connection! Attendees enjoyed a delicious meal, backpack/school supply giveaways, a giant waterslide, yard games, raffle prizes, and great company! Our amazing Independent …
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September 2025 Quarterly Service Awards
Quarterly Recognition Awards Honors KCI Employees At our recent Quarterly Recognition Awards, we proudly honored the dedication and loyalty of Kids Central employees celebrating 1, 3, 5, 7, 15, and 20 years of service. To mark the occasion, we hosted a fun-filled “Pizza Palooza,” where staff enjoyed a delicious assortment of pizzas. We are deeply …
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Kids Central Plants Pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Month
In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Kids Central staff, at both the Wildwood and Ocala offices, came together to plant blue pinwheel gardens. These pinwheels serve as a powerful symbol of our commitment to preventing child abuse and promoting the healthy development of every child. Each year, more than 3 million reports of child …
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May 2025 Quarterly Service Awards
Quarterly Recognition Awards Honors KCI Employees Our Quarterly Recognition Awards celebrated the dedication and commitment of Kids Central employees who have been with us for 1, 3, 5, 7, 15, and 20 years! We are incredibly grateful to these team members for their continued service and support of Kids Central’s mission. Our employees are truly …
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Company Retreat 2025
Kids Central Staff Enjoy Annual Company Retreat Our annual company retreat, held on February 14th, was a day full of fun, team building, recognition, and great company! Staff from Wildwood, Ocala, and the Healthy Start/MIECHV Program came together for an amazing time at the beautiful Hickory Point Recreation Park in Tavares. From playing fun team-building …
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HALO Awards 2025
HALO Awards Honors Those Who Go Above and Beyond in Foster Care Our extraordinary Circuit 5 foster parents go above and beyond to ensure the children in their care feel safe, loved, and valued. HALO was a night filled with delicious food, great company, and heartfelt recognition of our amazing foster families. In addition to …
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