What does it take to rebuild the village around a family—practically, not just in words? We sat down with Representative Robert Williams to trace the journey from a fatherhood , to a comprehensive Families Engagement Program serving parents, youth, veterans, and seniors across the PEE DEE area. The throughline is simple and powerful: exposure, consistency, and community support can change a household’s trajectory.
We dive into school‑based mentoring where neighbors, not teachers, meet students where they are and open doors to real careers—medicine, broadcasting, public service, and the skilled trades. Sports mentoring in golf, tennis, and basketball becomes a training ground for discipline and teamwork. Monthly workshops focus on relationships, conflict reduction, and social skills that cut through online noise and reduce harmful peer dynamics. The program also champions youth volunteering to reintroduce a service mindset—small acts like carrying groceries or holding a door that rebuild trust and strengthen soft skills employers value.
Money skills anchor long‑term change. We unpack budgeting basics, habits for saving even small amounts, and the path from credit repair to homeownership so families can build equity and legacy. Environmental awareness projects at local schools connect daily choices to community health. And for those who served and those in their golden years, we highlight resources, VA benefits navigation, mental health support, ceremonies that honor service, and practical transportation to medical appointments and activities. With plans for dedicated vans and an annual October golf tournament funding the mission, this is a blueprint for making care visible.
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