06/05/2026
DHC joined SCO Family of Services for its Foster Parent Appreciation Brunch, held at SCO’s Ottilie Residential Treatment Facility.
The event paid tribute to foster parents whose compassion, commitment, and willingness to open their homes help change the lives of children and families every day. DHC’s Senior Director, Government Relations, Melissa Chapman-Samad, attended in support of SCO and the foster care community.
NYC Council Member Shanel Thomas-Henry delivered an uplifting keynote address, recognizing the vital role foster parents play in building stronger communities and supporting children in need.
“Strong communities are built by people who choose to show up for one another, especially when it’s difficult; and that is exactly what foster parents do every single day,” said Council Member Thomas-Henry.
SCO Family of Services is the largest nonprofit human services provider in the region and the largest foster care provider in New York State, with locations across New York City and Long Island.
Photo: NYC Council Member Shanel Thomas-Henry; and from left to right, SCO’s Director of Intake/Placement, Kristina Daley; Divisional Director, Michele Aguirre-Jones; Vice President, Communications, Leslie Johnson; DHC’s Senior Director, Government Relations, Melissa Chapman-Samad; and SCO’s Director of Government Affairs, Bryan Pollack.
Read more: https://dhclegal.com/dhc-joins-sco-family-of-services-foster-parent-appreciation-brunch/
