Fully Funded For Eligible Families
Palm Beach County Families
Delivered to your door
Everything Arrives Together
No app. No pressure.
Family Support on Your Schedule
Slideshow
Available to eligible Palm Beach County families
(while supplies last)
What's Inside The Box?
- Parent Instruction Sheet
7" Video Touchscreen:
- See It In Action Videos
- When This Happens Videos
- Encouragement Videos
Conversation Cards:
- Start Cards
- Stay Cards
- Reset Cards
- Reflect Cards
- Family Mission Cards
- Thumball
- Door Hangers
- Book
- Web Key Resources
- Teen 211 Help Guide
- Teen Video Brochure
- Earbuds
- Sticky Notes
What's Inside The Box
Everything you need to know before you get started.
Is the Family Box free?
Yes. The Family Box is provided at no cost to eligible Palm Beach County families through funding from the Palm Beach County Opioid Settlement Funds. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or shipping charges.
Who is it for?
The Family Box was created for parents and caregivers of middle school students. Resilience isn't built in one conversation. The tools and support and guidance from Teresa, LMFT, are designed to help you build those moments intentionally, strengthening the connection at home that research has shown is one of the most powerful protections against adolescent substance use.
How long does it take?
The program is designed as a five-week experience, with each week building naturally on the last.
Who is Teresa?
Teresa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who serves as your guide throughout the entire five-week program. Through short videos designed for everyday family life, she offers practical encouragement and real-world parenting strategies for the moments that matter most. And because no parent should navigate this alone, Teresa checks in with you regularly throughout the program offering support, answering questions, and making sure you always feel confident in the next step.
Do I need Wi-Fi or an app?
No. The included touchscreen device arrives preloaded with Teresa's videos. Turn it on and begin. No downloads, no accounts, no setup.
Are there activities for my child too?
Yes. The box includes tools designed with your middle schooler in mind too because connection takes two. Conversation Cards, Family Mission activities, and shared experiences give your child a natural way to engage, without it feeling like a program, an assignment, or something they must do. Your child also receives their own earbuds to watch Ms. Kayla's videos independently, the same Ms. Kayla, LMFT, they may already know from their school through LSIS programming delivered in middle schools throughout Palm Beach County. And for the moments when words feel hard, sticky note tools offer a simple, non-verbal way to reach each other. It simply creates space for them to show up when they're ready.
Is this therapy?
No. The Family Box is a family-strengthening and substance use prevention resource designed for use at home. It is not therapy and is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If your family needs additional help, we encourage you to reach out to your referring school counselor or co-located therapist. In the case of an emergency, please call 911.
What if my child doesn't want to participate?
That's okay. Most activities fit naturally into everyday life such as a conversation on the drive home, a shared activity after dinner. There's no perfect way to use the box. The goal is simply more opportunities for connection.
What if I'm not sure I'm doing it right?
There's no perfect way to use this box. Teresa's coaching is there throughout to offer encouragement and remind you that small, consistent moments matter more than getting everything right.
Will my information stay private?
Yes, please see our Privacy Policy
What if we already have a good relationship?
The Family Box is most meaningful for families who feel like they could use a little extra support and that's more common than you might think. If you've noticed some distance, fewer conversations, or moments where you just weren't sure what to say, this box was made for exactly that. It gives you something practical to reach for, and a trusted guide to help you find your way back to each other.