Stephens Center Funding Loss Threatens Local Families
The Stephens Center is facing the loss of more than $1 million in state funding that will terminate services for approximately 200 families and 400 children across the Upper Cumberland. Stephens Center Executive Director Dawn Tidwell said the organization received an email notification last week stating all state funding is being cut due to a […]
Stress An Abuse Factor, Center Offers Parents Training
Economic stress, like many are dealing with as gas prices rise, can be a trigger in child abuse. Stephens Center Executive Director Dawn Tidwell said the number of child abuse cases throughout the Upper Cumberland has continued to rise since the COVID pandemic. Tidwell said one of the biggest contributing factors to child abuse is […]
