The first five years of a child's life can shape everything that follows.
In this episode of Oklahoma City Nonprofits in Action, we sit down with Sarah Rahhal, CEO of Sunbeam Family Services, and Angie Gaines to discuss how Sunbeam has been serving Oklahoma families for more than a century.
From early childhood education and mental health services to foster care, grandparents raising grandchildren, and parenting support, Sunbeam provides wraparound care that helps families build brighter futures together.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
* Early childhood education
* Why birth to age five matters
* Mental health for children and families
* Foster care and family reunification
* Grandparents raising grandchildren
* Parenting support
* Head Start and Early Head Start
* Trauma-informed care
* Building stronger Oklahoma families
You'll also hear the inspiring story of a grandmother who stepped in to raise her grandchildren during a family crisis and how Sunbeam helped support multiple generations through one challenging season.
Learn more about Sunbeam Family Services:
https://sunbeamfamilyservices.org
Host: Jake Doberenz
Guests: Sarah Rahhal and Angie Gaines
Recording and Editing: Rose Records Creative
Logo: Joy Renee Creative
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