Welcome to Butler County Family & Children First Council
The Butler County Family & Children First Council exists under the Ohio Revised Code for the purpose of improving the well-being of families and children. As a collaborative of public and private child and family-serving systems, entities, and families, the Council supports initiatives that increase the likelihood that children can grow up safe and healthy, surrounded by support of their families and communities.
Connecting the community with prevention, resources, training and wraparound.
Family and Children’s First Council members work together to provide unique opportunities and supports to improve the lives of families and children within Butler County.
Networking opportunities for professionals
Prevention resources to promote healthy, safe and drug-free communities
Team based planning for children with special needs, prenatal to 21
Caregiver, community and professional education opportunities
Upcoming Events
Resource Expo
Friday, August 21, 2026 from 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Compassion City Center at Berachah1900 Johns Rd., Middletown, OH 45044 Join Us for the ...
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From Pushback to Partnership
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM Location: BCESC 400 N. Erie Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011 From Pushback to Partnership: Using Communication, Strengths, ...
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Social Services Overview
These 3-half day trainings combine field trips with guest speakers to allow employees to become familiar with Butler County community resources. Participants will tour facilities, ...
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Nurturing the Helper: A SoulCollage® Journey for Self-Care
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Location: BCESC 400 N. Erie Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011 Helping others is meaningful and exhausting. Nurturing ...
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