February is Parent Recognition Month. Strengthening Families Washington, of the Department of Early Learning for Washington State, believes there is no better way to recognize a parent, grandparent, foster or adoptive parent than by acknowledging the numerous and impressive things they do to strengthen their family and those around them in their community.
Seattle's Child is proud to sponsor the Washington Unsung Hero Awards, recognizing our everyday heroes and honoring the important role caregivers play in children's lives. There are 28 nominees for the 28 days of February, and Seattle's Child will highlight each and every one.
Congratulations to the Unsung Hero for February 6:
Melissa Newell – Tacoma
Melissa has completed the adoption of her little niece!
She has been caring for her niece since she was 2 years old and now Luvittaka will be 5 in January. Her own sister has been incarcerated and having many problems due to drug use. Melissa has utilized resources as well as family and friends to provide for her little "Bitty" and give her love, affection and security in what could have been a tragedy.
Nominator: Susan Keller
