Family Support network: Smart Start/LICC meetings for October 2025
- Jody Miller
- Oct 9
- 3 min read
what is The family support network (FSN) of Region A?
Family Support NetworkTM (FSN) of Region A is a parent-to-parent program serving families of children with special needs (physical, behavioral, medical, foster/adoptive, kinship) or health concerns. FSN serves Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties and the Qualla Boundary (EBCI).
The program offers one-to-one matching of caregivers of children with special needs, support groups (Caregiver Connections), support parent coaching (Parent Mentor Orientation Training), education groups, information and resources, and a monthly newsletter.
There is no right or wrong time to reach out for support. Help can be provided at birth or at time of diagnosis, when dealing with education challenges, when planning your child’s future, when you are new to the community, at time of illness, crisis, or transition, or when you need to talk to someone who have “been there, done that” in your journey. When you are ready to reach out for support, Family Support Network of Region A is here to help. Free support for all ages.
OCtober Meetings
Cherokee County
10.01.25 | 1:00 pm
Region A Partnership for Children
141 Peachtree Street
Suite #5, Professional Bldg, Murphy
Join Meeting Online or In-Person
Feeling unsure about resources for complex disabilities? Come learn about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)—a brain-based disability with lifelong effects. We'll discuss what FASD really means and how Proof Alliance NC supports our communities with prevention strategies. This is an important topic for providers and anyone interested in community health!
Clay County
10.02.25 | 1:30 pm
Clay County BOE
Administration Building
154 Yellow Jacket Dr, Hayesville
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Our youth are facing big challenges, and vaping and tobacco use is a major one. Join us this month to get an exclusive look at the new action plan developing right here in our region to help kids say no to tobacco. Learn about the new collaborative (Regions 1 & 2) and how we can work together on prevention!
Graham County
10.09.25 | 9:30 am
Graham Central School
Administration Building
52 Moose Branch Rd, Robbinsville
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Want to understand a challenging public health issue? We're diving into Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). This brain-based disability affects many people, and this meeting will cover its lifelong impacts and how Proof Alliance NC is implementing prevention strategies for providers in various settings. Be informed and get involved!
Haywood County
10.15.25 | 10:30 am
Region A Partnership for Children
367 Dellwood City Rd, Waynesville
Building C, Suite C-2
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Ever wonder how Haywood Habitat for Humanity actually works? This is your chance to learn! Join us to hear directly from the team about what Habitat does for our community and get a fascinating look into the whole process of building a house—from start to finish. Come see the impact in action!
Jackson County
10.08.25 | 12:00 pm
Children’s Developmental Services Agency
87 Bonnie Lane, Sylva
Join Meeting Online or In-Person
Get the facts on a critical topic: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). This is a brain-based disability with wide-ranging, lifelong effects. We'll explore the resources available and hear how Proof Alliance NC helps by focusing on prevention strategies for providers across different fields. Everyone is welcome to learn!
Macon County
10.23.25 | 12:30 pm
Macon Program for Progress Training Annex
82 E Orchard View Lane, Franklin (top of hill)
In-Person Meeting Only for October
Is your community aware of resources for complex conditions? Join us to learn about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). We'll discuss what this brain-based disability is, its lifelong impact, and how Proof Alliance NC supports our region with crucial prevention strategies. This is a must-attend for providers and concerned citizens!
Qualla Boundary
10.22.25 | 11:30 am
Hope Center
86 Elk Crossing Lane, Cherokee
In-Person Meeting Only
Don't miss out on vital information about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). This meeting focuses on the nature of this brain-based disability—including its lifelong effects—and how Proof Alliance NC is working to support our people through essential prevention strategies for providers. Knowledge is power!
Swain County
10.14.25 | 10:00 am
Swain Family Resource Center
300 Hughes Branch Road, Bryson City
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The Health Insurance Marketplace is constantly changing—and it impacts all of us. Join the team for a deep dive into the latest updates! We'll cover what's new, what's expected, and how the North Carolina Community Health Center Association stays ahead of the curve to support our communities (like Jackson County) through these complex shifts.
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