National Foster Care Month, celebrated every May, provides an opportunity for us to show appreciation to the dedicated foster families and social workers across the nation. It also provides an opportunity to get more people involved, whether as foster parents, volunteers, mentors, employers, advocates or in other ways. More >>
The night of Tuesday, April 15 marked the success of a fantastic event held by Devereux, in cooperation with the Holden Heights Neighborhood Association. The “Supporting Strong Families” night went on without a hitch and gave the community around the Grand Avenue Primary Learning Center the opportunity to have dinner and dialogue with the Orlando chief of police, Val Demings. Full Story >>
Daphne, a former student from the campus who has flourished in her Devereux Family Care placement, has been awarded the Sun Sentinel’s Kids of Character Award. Full Story >>
Symbolized by a person soaring into independence. The ring represents a continuous circle of support. The soaring dove illustrates that everyone can fly, forging hope for a better future. The circle represents the support of family and staff. More Information >>
In Devereux’s successful Golf Tee program, Devereux clients assemble and package their own name brand golf tee product. Devereux tees are packaged in special quantities or tee colors. Labels are also customized for special orders. More Information >>
"Facing the Challenge" and "Classroom Moments" are two exciting new DVDs just released on ways to work with children who have challenging behaviors.
"Facing the Challenge" is a 2-disc DVD set that includes almost 140 minutes of DVD footage. More Information >>
"Classroom Moments" DVD is a must for any trainer who wants to bring their training material to life with real classroom footage. More Information >>
Ask Dr. Berno
Child Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Occuring in a mere two percent of children, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious and demanding illness that is characterized by obsessions and compulsions which are a need to perform repetitive acts in order to diminish some impending distress. Full Story >>
Teenagers and Depression: Clinical Depression is a serious illness that can affect anybody, including teenagers. Mood swings, irritability and fluctuations in self-esteem are often “par for the course” for the average teenager. Full Story >>
Paying Attention to ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) seems to be the catch-all phrase to explain almost any child’s hyperactive behavior; however, there are actually three subtypes of ADHD recognized by professionals. Full Story >>
ADHD, Not Just For Kids: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly associated with children; however, between 30 to 70 percent of children with ADHD continue to exhibit symptoms in their adult years. Full Story >>
You Make a Difference
There are many ways you can support Devereux and change a life!
Devereux Pennsylvania 21st Annual Devereux Golf Classic Monday, June 30, 2008 St. Davids Golf Club Space for this event is limited. Call today for sponsorship information. More information? Contact Shamra Spencer at (610) 699-1221 Ext. 223 or sspencer@devereux.org.
Devereux Santa Barbara Devereux Day September 13, 2008 Make your travel plans now! Clients, staff, families and friends will gather on the North Knoll to celebrate our successes and camaraderie this Fall. More Information? Call Janis Johnson, Devereux Day Coordinator at 805-968-2525, ext. 202; or contact her via email.
Devereux Pennsylvania 10th Anniversary Auction Gala Saturday, September 20, 2008 Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
Devereux Florida 4th Annual Matthew Development Golf for the Kids Tournament & Auction Thursday, December 4, 2008 Friday, December 5, 2008 Villas of Grand Cypress Golf Resort Orlando, Florida
Stay in Touch
Select your center from the list below and start receiving their eNewsletter today.
Type "Devereux" in the Who do you GoodSearch for? box
Click "Verify"
Start searching
Tributes and My Heroes
Devereux's Tributes is an easy to use web-based way to support Devereux's mission while honoring a friend or loved one through a personalized mini-website.
Devereux supporters can easily build a custom website about a special person through easy-to-use design tools. Within 10-15 minutes they can send emails to friends and family asking them to visit the site and add to the tribute.
Tributes extend Devereux's network of friends and support of the mission. While the site set-up and follow-up are easily accomplished, the Devereux web team will help in the design of the Tribute site should the need arise.
At Devereux we believe in the potential of the clients we serve. We believe in their abilities and their hidden talents. We also believe in developing our employees because it is through their special talents that our clients find hope. View our open positions & join the Devereux team today!
Devereux's Mission
Devereux changes lives and nurtures human potential. We inspire hope, ensure well-being, and promote meaningful life choices. Our mission is achieved through a wide range of services and supports for individuals and their families.
If you do not want to receive future fundraising requests supporting Devereux, please click here to send an email or call our toll free number (888) 672-6759 and leave a message identifying yourself and stating that you do not want to receive fundraising requests. There is no requirement that you agree to accept fundraising communication from us, and we will honor your request not to receive any future fundraising communications or materials from us after the date we receive your decision.
Symbolized by a person soaring into independence. The ring represents a continuous circle of support. The soaring dove illustrates that everyone can fly, forging hope for a better future. The circle represents the support of family and staff. 
In Devereux’s successful Golf Tee program, Devereux clients assemble and package their own name brand golf tee product. Devereux tees are packaged in special quantities or tee colors. Labels are also customized for special orders. 
Child Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Occuring in a mere two percent of children, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious and demanding illness that is characterized by obsessions and compulsions which are a need to perform repetitive acts in order to diminish some impending distress. 
Teenagers and Depression: Clinical Depression is a serious illness that can affect anybody, including teenagers. Mood swings, irritability and fluctuations in self-esteem are often “par for the course” for the average teenager. 
Paying Attention to ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) seems to be the catch-all phrase to explain almost any child’s hyperactive behavior; however, there are actually three subtypes of ADHD recognized by professionals. 
ADHD, Not Just For Kids: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly associated with children; however, between 30 to 70 percent of children with ADHD continue to exhibit symptoms in their adult years. 
