Family Focused Solutions

The ETSU Center for Community Outreach serves as the Family Focused Solutions Provider for thirty-four counties in the Northeast, East, and Southeast Regions in Tennessee. This is a grant program that is funded and under an agreement with the Tennessee Department of Human Services.  We help Families First participants overcome barriers and build a better life for themselves and their children. 

Each of the thirty-four counties is provided access to individual and family counseling, case management services, and linkage to community resources to help the whole family move forward.  Workshops are also provided on such topics as financial education, parenting skills, life skills, social capital, and mindfulness. Family Focused Solutions counselors are professionals who have experience working with a variety of issues that impact individuals and families, such as mental health issues, domestic violence, substance abuse, child behavioral issues, and learning issues. Our staff also has specialized training in 2Gen practices, trauma-informed care, brain science, and executive functioning skills.