At Thompson, we do whatever it takes to help strengthen children, families, and communities. Our work centers on the well-being of children and their families. Founded in 1886 as an orphanage, Thompson is a non-profit organization operating across the Carolinas, each providing comprehensive education, treatment, and care for children (birth to 18 years) in need.
Child abuse and neglect is a public health problem of epidemic proportions in North Carolina and throughout this country. Nationally, an estimated 1 in 4 children experience some form of child abuse or neglect in their lifetimes. According to Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina (PCANC) there were, “127,404 children with investigated reports of possible abuse […]
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Parents today are faced with many stresses, the fear of housing displacement, financial insecurities, instability of your employment, and many more. Unfortunately, on top of these challenges, parents have the responsibility to care for their children. For many, this is a typical experience. How can an individual think about parenting with those overwhelming challenges? However […]
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