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The Allen County Family and Children First Council heard from an organization that's helping women and children in the community. A presentation from Guiding Light Ministries was put on Monday afternoon. Guiding Light is a homeless shelter that gives women and children a place to stay, and gives adults the tools they need to learn how to effectively manage a home of their own and get back on their feet.

The Allen County Family and Children First Council heard more about an organization that's set up to help parents around the state. Dana Berryman from Parent Advocacy Connection - NAMI Ohio attended the council's meeting to talk about the services her organization provides.