Featuring Roxene “Roxy” Tines
Chapter Director for Safe Families for Children in Northern Colorado
Roxene "Roxy" Tines serves as the Chapter Director for Safe Families for Children in Northern Colorado, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing temporary care for children during family crises. With over six years of experience in child welfare, Roxy is committed to supporting families in crisis and preventing child neglect and abuse.
As Chapter Director, Roxy oversees the implementation of the Safe Families for Children program in Northern Colorado. Her responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteer host families, coordinating temporary child placements, and ensuring that families in crisis receive the support they need. Roxy's leadership is characterized by her dedication to building extended family-like support for families in need. She believes in the power of community to provide a safety net for children and parents during challenging times. Under her guidance, the Northern Colorado chapter has developed partnerships with local churches and community organizations to expand its reach and impact.
Roxy is a passionate advocate for preventive measures in child welfare. Through her work with Safe Families for Children, she emphasizes the importance of providing support to families before situations escalate to neglect or abuse. By facilitating temporary hosting arrangements and connecting families with community resources, Roxy's efforts have contributed to keeping children out of the foster care system and strengthening family units. Her work has influenced local policies and practices related to family support and child welfare.
Beyond her role at Safe Families for Children, Roxy collaborates with various community stakeholders, including local businesses and faith-based organizations, to raise awareness and garner support for vulnerable families. Her involvement in these partnerships has led to increased resources and volunteer engagement for the organization's initiatives.
Roxy's personal philosophy centers around the belief that every child deserves a safe and loving environment, and that communities have a collective responsibility to support families in crisis. She envisions a future where preventive support systems are robust and accessible, reducing the need for foster care placements and ensuring that families receive help before crises escalate.
Through her leadership and advocacy, Roxy Tines has made a significant impact on the lives of numerous families in Northern Colorado. Her dedication to preventive child welfare measures and community-based support has contributed to the strengthening of family units and the well-being of children. Her work continues to inspire others in the field of child welfare and community service.