Why Strength Matters
Smart communities meet the need of families, because strong families raise strong children.
Strong children grow up to become hard-working, contributing adults that communities depend upon.
Strong families benefit everyone.
“If our American way of life fails the child, it fails us all.”
— Pearl S. Buck
See Why Strength Matters
Strong Families . . .
- Are able to learn the skills to take good care of each child.
- Can make it through tough times together.
- Have help from others.
- Feel like they are important to their neighborhood, community and society.
Supportive friendships strengthen families.
- Raising children takes a lot of effort, and parents can’t do it all on their own.
- A network of caring friends, family, co-workers and neighbors who offer help and encouragement is priceless.
- Families that feel supported can give that same security to others.
- Listening without judgment, lending a helping hand, showing an interest in others’ children, and pointing out others’ strengths all build strong families.
Building a strong family is easier when their communities are strong. Communities have a big impact when they support family strengths.
Strong Communities . . .
- Provide a safe and healthy space for parents and children.
- Provide the basic things everyone needs and deserves.
- Offer a setting where healthy relations can grow.
- Help people feel they belong and are connected to others.
- Allow all families the chance to help share life in their community.
