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| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 9, 2003 |
FOR INFORMATION: Kim Gentile Communications Coordinator 713-802-7869 |
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| Family Services Celebrates a Century of Caring | ||
| WHAT: | Family Services of Greater Houston will celebrate its 100th year of service in February 2004. To kick off the anniversary year, Family Services will feature "A Century of Service: Changing Times, Changing Families," an oral history of the organization presented by historian Mike Lesperance. | |
| WHO: | Since 1904, Family Services has continued to adapt to changing times to meet the needs of Houston's families. While the needs of Houston's families have changed, Family Services has provided them with the stability and security needed to face life's challenges. Over the past century, Family Services has been providing counseling, education and support services to give children and families the tools and skills needed to improve their lives and the Houston community. | |
| WHERE & WHEN: |
Wednesday, April 23, 2003 Jones Graduate School of Management, Rice University |
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| WHY: | Family Services has a fascinating history that mirrors houston's historical changes. Family Services and Houston have grown up together. People followed oil to the young city and social needs followed the people. From an influenza epidemic in 1918 to devastating flooding in 2001, Family Services has been here for all Houstonians. The challenges that await Houston in the next 100 years are uncertain but Family Services will be here to meet them. | |