develop individualized plans for accessing support. Through family strengths and needs assessments, staff members work with individuals to identify challenges and develop practical steps to address them. Such eff orts may include assistance with basic needs, referrals to community programs, and participation in educational workshops or support groups. The center can also provide guidance and support to families with CRA concerns (children requiring assistance). The Family Resource Center is not just about immediate challenges; we also connect families to services that build long-term stability, confi dence, and independence. Another important part of the center’s program is educational opportunities. Peralta mentioned English language and technology classes, parenting education programs, support groups, special needs support, and workshops that provide families with useful information and practical skills. They also have utility- and health-related drop-in hours at the center where community members can find out about assistance for specifi c needs without having to hunt down diff erent organizations on their own. These programs are designed to help families develop skills, build relationships, and feel more confi dent in accessing community resources. The center’s services are also helpful for young adults and young parents. Programming includes workshops for youth and young parents, referrals to community support organizations, and family-oriented events to encourage participation and connection. Another important point in the presentation was the center’s focus on personalized help. The Harbor Area Family Resource Center team includes family support workers, school liaisons, family clinicians, family partners, program leadership, and administrative staff . The center also counts on interns and volunteers. These professionals work together to help families address challenges that may span multiple areas of their lives. Issues around housing, education, fi nancial stability, and family well-being are often interconnected. Peralta also said the services at the center are easy to access. Families may contact the organization directly by telephone or email, complete an online self-referral, or receive a referral from a friend, family member, or professional. Individuals can also visit the center during regular operating hours and complete an intake that same day. The Harbor Area Family Resource Center is located at 90 Everett Ave., fourth fl oor, in Chelsea. The center operates Monday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and the fi rst and third Saturdays of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Families seeking additional information can call 617-4378550, email HarborAreaFRC@ thehome.org, or visit https:// thehome.org/frc. THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2026 Tuesday’s strong turnout rePage 11 fl ected the importance of providing families with opportunities to learn about resources available beyond the classroom. Revere Public Schools fosters relationships between schools, caregivers, and community partners with its Family Engagement Night series, off ering families information that can make a meaningful diff erence in their daily lives. The district’s partnership with organizations such as The Home for Little Wanderers supports one of the key goals of its family engagement efforts: ensuring that parents and caregivers know where to go when they need help and that help is available. Tuesday’s presentation gave more than 70 caregivers an opportunity to learn about services, ask questions, and fi nd new ways to get support for themselves and their families.
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