June 20, 2019
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Eagles’ Haven in Coral Springs. It has only been open a few months but I was extremely impressed by the nurturing environment created there. Each of the people I met were dedicated to caring and helping. The environment is warm, supportive, and friendly but not intrusive.
Eagles’ Haven is a community wellness center run by the amazing people of JAFCO to provide support, education and wellness to current, former, and future Marjory Stoneman Douglas students, teachers, and family members. It is open to the community, seven days a week, and is a place to drop in for supportive services or wellness activities. It is not a therapy center but it does run different support groups for students. Wellness activities include yoga, kickboxing, cooking, Tai Chi, meditation, open mic, and resiliency workshops. All of this is done free of charge.
I have known JAFCO for years as an extremely well run and professional agency to help children and families in need. Their services are excellent because of their professionalism and true caring for others. It is no surprise to me that they have reached out to establish a community center to help the traumatized in Parkland and at no cost or requirements.
If you know anyone in need who needs a place to go to heal, have fun, and to feel cared for, please direct them to Eagles’ Haven.
