Who we are
Joyful Connections exists to minimize the negative impact on children experiencing challenging family situations by providing safe, secure and nurturing opportunities for families to spend time together.
Joyful Connections is based on the premise that children can develop in a healthier manner when they have the opportunity for a relationship with each of their parents that is free from adult conflict and threats of abuse of any kind. Mental Health professionals indicate that children in out of home placements need immediate and frequent contact with their parents to minimize the trauma that can impact their physical and emotional health. Children adjust better and have fewer behavior and emotional issues if they visit their parents on a regular basis.
The need for the services offered by Joyful Connections may be due to issues related to divorce or separation, domestic violence, protection orders, child abuse and neglect or other safety concerns. No matter what the situation is, children want and need to see their parents. Joyful Connections offers a safe haven for children to spend time with their family and stay connected.
Meet our staff
Miss Debbie
Visitation Monitor
Miss Shelly
Visitation Monitor
Miss Kathy
Visitation Monitor.
Ms. Chris
Visitation Monitor
Miss Sheila
Executive Director
Miss Shanna
Assistant Director
Miss Tami
Program Manager
Meet our board of Directors
John Gibson – Board Chair Melinda Slusser
Patty Cable – Vice Chair Howard Whitcomb, III
Roger Akins – Secretary Mary Wilson
Gary Macko – Treasurer ShirLee Eberle
Kim Harsanje
Mindy Koskela
Carrie Sanchez