Family Stabilization Unit

About the Family Stabilization Unit:

This first-of-its-kind unit provides wraparound assistance, while taking a tailored approach to meet the unique needs of each family – all through a social determinants of health and racial equity lens.

Who We Work With:

The Family Stabilization Unit works with Black youth (ages 5-18) who are involved with the justice system, typically dealing with lower-level offenses like truancy or minor delinquency. Our Specialist also provide individualized support for the entire family and collaborate with community partners to address barriers they need assistance removing. 

What We Do:

•  Support the individual needs of everyone in the household 

•  Direct assistance enrolling in core benefits like Food Assistance, Medicaid or Publicly Funded Child Care

•  Connect with additional supports like housing, mental health or substance abuse treatment, mentoring, parenting supports and employability training

•  Coaching and support to help the whole family achieve their goals 
 

NEW: Youth of Incarcerated Parents Program

Franklin County’s Youth of Incarcerated Parents program offers equitable solutions for justice-involved residents and their families.
Caregivers are connected with resources that include assistance with employment, education, wellbeing, and supportive services.
Families are paired with a Specialist to create a sustainability case plan focused on increasing stabilization and opportunities for success.

For more information, complete the referral form to connect with one of our specialists.

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FSU In The News:

• Columbus Dispatch: Franklin County Family Stabilization Unit Expands Resources With New Mentorship Program
• ABC 6: New Franklin County Program To Offer Expanded Services To At-Risk Youths &  Families 
• NBC 4: Franklin County's Family Stabilization Unit Created To Help Families 
• WCBE: Commissioner Create Program To Support Black Youth and Families 
• RELEASE: Commissioners Establish Integrated Human Services Pilot To Support Black Youth, Families 
 

Family Stabilization Support Network includes:

• Franklin Office on Aging 
• Franklin County Child Support Enforcement
• Franklin County Children Services
• Franklin County Public Health
• Franklin County Court of Common Please - Division of Domestic Relations and Juvenile Branch
• Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board (ADAMH) of Franklin County
• Columbus State Community College
• Nationwide Children's Hospital