Family Service, Inc.

01/25/2026

🕑❄️ Update on County Conditions & Travel Status 1/25/26 PM ❄️🕑

Public officials will meet again at 2:00 PM on Monday, January 26 to review conditions across Bartholomew County and re-evaluate the county’s travel status based on the latest information. The county's travel status remains at a Warning (Red) level.

We will share updates following the meeting. Thank you for your patience and cooperation—please continue to stay safe and limit travel to emergency personnel.

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🕑❄️Actualización sobre las Condiciones del Condado y el Estado de Viaje❄️🕑

Los funcionarios públicos se reunirán nuevamente a las 2:00 PM el lunes 26 de enero para revisar las condiciones en todo el Condado de Bartholomew y re-evaluar el estado de viaje del condado según la información más reciente. El estado de viaje del condado permanece en nivel de Advertencia (Rojo)

Compartiremos actualizaciones después de la reunión. Gracias por su paciencia y cooperación—por favor continúe manteniéndose seguro y limite los viajes cuando sea posible.

01/23/2026

There is a cold weather advisory in effect now through noon Saturday. Please utilize a shelter area if you are in need.

12/24/2025

12/23/2025

The holidays can bring connection, but they can also bring grief, memories, and emotional weight. For survivors of trauma and for many others, this season can be especially difficult.

Recent events remind us that the impact of trauma can last well into adulthood, and that mental health support is not optional. It is essential. Taking care of yourself is an act of strength, and reaching out for help can be life saving.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone and support is available. You deserve care, compassion, and the space to heal.

If you need immediate support, you can call or text 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day.

We see you. We believe you. And help is always worth seeking.💙

12/14/2025

Available warming centers in Bartholomew County.

12/12/2025

Good Morning Columbus! 👋🏽

We are expecting a cold 🥶, white ❄️ weekend.

Our DPW team is closely monitoring the incoming weather, and our crews are ready to serve the city and maintain safe roads.

We kindly request your patience and understanding in providing our crews with adequate space while working.
We want everyone to stay safe.

Please inform others about the warming stations listed below if they may be beneficial.

Stay safe and warm Columbus! 🩵

12/11/2025

🎁✨ Holiday Helpers in Action! ✨🎁

A huge thank you to First Response Plumbing & Excavation and Bailey & Wood Mortgage Lender for generously donating the postage needed to get our Family Service donor letters in the mail this week!

They showed up like true holiday elves, jumping in without hesitation and putting community first. Because of their support, we are able to reach hundreds of families, partners, and donors who make our mission possible.

We are so grateful for local businesses who care deeply about strengthening families and supporting Bartholomew County. ❤️

Thank you, First Response and Bailey & Wood, for your kindness, partnership, and community spirit.

12/11/2025

Stay Safe and Warm, Columbus! ❄️
According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, an arctic air mass will keep our region chilly throughout the weekend. 🌬️ Expect highs in the teens and 20s and nightly lows even colder. 🥶

Warming centers will be open through Monday.

Engagement Center (1075 2nd Street)
Sunday, Monday: 8am - 5pm

Brighter Days (421 S. Mapleton Street)
Saturday: 6pm - 8am Sunday
Sunday: 5pm - 8am Monday

The Bartholomew County Public Library branches in Columbus and Hope will both be open during regular hours as warming centers.

12/08/2025

Major love to the Toyota Legal Team for showing up as holiday elves today and volunteering ! You helped us stuff, sort, and seal our donor letters in record time. Your cheerful energy and hard work helped us out tremendously . Thank you for being true holiday helpers! 🎄✨✉️