Lorain County Children & Families First Council

The Lorain County Children and Families First Council (CFFC) is a partnership of state and local government, communities, and families working together to enhance the well-being of children and families throughout Lorain County.

CFFC works to:

• Build community capacity to better meet the needs of children and families
• Coordinate systems, programs, and services
• Strengthen collaboration among families, organizations, and service providers
• Engage families in decisions that affect their children
• Connect families with appropriate resources and supports
• Promote the overall well-being of children and families throughout Lorain County

CFFC Services

Service Coordination

• Family-focused and strengths-based
• Designed for families with multiple or complex needs
• Coordinates services to reduce duplication and improve communication
• Brings together traditional services and natural supports
• Helps families develop an individualized process based on their needs

Wraparound

• Intensive, team-based, individualized care planning
• Brings together the people who support the child and family
• Follows a structured process centered on family input
• Develops a plan that reflects the family’s needs, hopes, and dreams
• Encourages families to take an active role in planning and decision-making

Consultation

• Available to Community Partners and families
• Provides an opportunity to discuss available resources and services
• Helps identify supports that may address a family’s needs
• Can assist when families or providers are unsure where to turn for additional support

Learn More

Families and Community Partners interested in learning more about CFFC, Service Coordination, Wraparound, or Consultation can contact Director Chelsea Freeman-Yates at 440-328-2492 or cfreeman@loraincounty.us, or visit www.lccffc.us.