HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2023
Our annual Home for the Holidays adoption event was once again held at the Marion County Courthouse. Nineteen children found their forever home in this joyous celebration! Congratulations to each and every family and child!
Read
STAFF HOLIDAY PARTY 2023
This year’s KCI staff holiday party was a blast! Staff enjoyed delicious food, great company, and fun holiday-themed games. We even had some special appearances by the Grinch and Santa’s elves!
Read
Casino Night 2024: Boot Scootin Boogie
Dust off your boots for an evening of countrified casino excitement benefiting abused and neglected children in our community! Tickets are priced at $75 per ticket, or a fantastic discount rate of two tickets for $125. • Featuring Craps, Blackjack Roulette, a Texas Hold ’Em Tournament, and Slot-Style Games! • Use your winnings to bid …
Read
CARE AWARDS 2023
Honoring Child Welfare Excellence In Circuit 5 On Friday, October 13, 2023, professionals from throughout Kids Central’s system of care gathered at Circle Square Commons in Ocala for the CARE Awards and training. “CARE” stands for “Celebrating Achievement, Recognizing Excellence,” and that is exactly what took place at this year’s awards ceremony. The CARE Awards …
Read
KCI Quarterly Service Awards & Ice Cream Social
KCI Staff, from both the Wildwood and Ocala office, enjoyed ice cream and good company at the Quarterly Service Award Meeting held on May 18, 2023. Offices were able to join each other via Zoom to honor and recognize all employees who have been with Kids Central from one year, up to 17 years. Our …
Read
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April was National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month Kids Central encouraged community partners, community members, and our system of care to wear blue and plant a pinwheel garden to help bring awareness and support to the prevention of child abuse. Kids Central partners with dozens of organizations to highlight the incredible work done across …
Read