February is Black History Month. The official theme for Black History Month 2026 is “A Century of Black History Commemorations”, which invites communities to reflect not only on the history itself, but on how the rituals of remembering have helped shape culture, identity, and national understanding of Black life.

Today we want to highlight Sojourner Truth, originally named Isabella Baumfree, who was born enslaved in Swartekill, New York.

After escaping in 1826, she adopted the name Sojourner Truth and dedicated her life to fighting for abolition, women's rights, and social justice. In 1857, she settled in Battle Creek, Michigan, where she continued her advocacy for civil rights and community upliftment until her death in 1883.

We know that Black history is American history and that it's essential now more than ever to educate and remember.

This position provides case management services that empower youth, families, and young adults to participate in the community. Serving families with a child who has been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum diagnosis, Intellectual/Developmentally Disability or is determined to have a Serious Emotional Disturbance. Join our team strengthening families today! Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4axmjri

Our new program, Family Care, is looking for adults interested in caring for young children for 6-9 months. These youths will have access to intensive mental health treatment while their biological caregivers learn effective parenting techniques.

You, as a Family Care Home, will be licensed as a temporary safe place for these youths. You’ll have access to 24/7 support, in-the-moment coaching, weekly support, and training to help you understand your role with the youth in your home.

If you are interested in being a Family Care Home, visit our website to fill out the inquiry form https://fcsource.org/inquiry-form/ or email us at fostercareinquiry@fcsource.org

With the colder temperatures and lack of sunshine, Seasonal Depression can happen to anyone. If you are experiencing persistent sadness, low energy, oversleeping, loss of interest, feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness, reach out to our counseling center for support.

Call the Counseling Center at 269.344.0202 or email outpatient@fcsource.org. Visit our website to learn more: https://fcsource.org/our-services/counseling-center/

CEO Diane Marquess and Director of Clinical Services Susan Davis are a part of The Coordinating Council TCC Issue Action Group for Mental Health, a part of Calhoun County Summit Pointe. The goal of their action group is to review important community data related to mental health, create goals to improve mental health outcomes, and work collaboratively to carry out those goals.

One of our Visions as an Agency is that mental health services are available to those who need them. Though we are facing serious head winds with cuts to mental health services and Medicaid, joining groups like The Coordinating Council TCC will help us reach that vision.