Family Services of Davidson County to Close Counseling and Youth Programs June 30; County Issues RFP to Replace Youth Services
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) will officially close its Clinical Counseling and Youth & Community Services programs on June 30, 2025, according to a recent statement from its Board of Directors. The announcement cites “ongoing financial challenges” and emphasizes the decision is intended “to safeguard the long-term sustainability of the organization.”
The agency will, however, continue operating the Hattie Lee Burgess Home, the county’s emergency shelter for victims of domestic and sexual violence.
“Please note: The Hattie Lee Burgess Home will remain open and fully operational,” the board stated.
FSDC extended appreciation to those it has served, writing:
“It has been an honor to serve Davidson County through these programs.”
Questions or requests for assistance with client transitions can be directed to Kristina Davis, Interim Executive Director, at (336) 249-0237. Their 24-hour crisis hotline remains active at (336) 243-1934.
County Issues Request for Proposals for Youth Services
In response to the closures, Davidson County has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify new providers for services previously offered by FSDC. The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC), after studying the risk factors and needs of court-involved youth in the county, is seeking program partners for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Davidson County JCPC has already allocated more than 200,000 to this project.
The RFP anticipates funding from the NC Department of Public Safety to support delinquent and at-risk youth, with program implementation expected to begin on or after July 1, 2025. As with similar grants, use of these funds requires a local match for $250,207, and selected programs will be expected to align with specific intervention needs identified by JCPC’s research. The RFP responds directly to the allocation Family Services receives and encourages organizations that are solvent and operational to apply.
House of Freedom Hopes to Fill Gaps
Dana Hamilton, a local advocate and trauma recovery specialist, has been actively leading programs through House of Freedom, a separate organization not affiliated witteh FSDC. She has voiced concern over the impact the closures could have on youth and families, and is working to expand her organization’s capacity to meet emerging needs.
House of Freedom is especially focused on continuing the Seeking Safety program, a trauma-informed intervention for youth facing substance use challenges. Hamilton has reported significant success with the program and is committed to maintaining it under the House of Freedom umbrella.
Additionally, her team is fundraising to renovate a property near the Hattie Lee Burgess Home into transitional housing. The site includes apartment-style rooms and communal spaces designed to support survivors of trauma as they rebuild their lives in a safe, structured environment.
Hamilton emphasized that “community involvement is crucial during this transition,” and she encourages donations and volunteer support to ensure no one falls through the cracks.
