2026 Stronger Together Family Wellness Conversation

# 2026 Stronger Family Wellness Conversation

## Rooted & Rising: Growing Stronger Families

**Saturday, August 8, 2026**
**10:00 a.m. Central Time**
**Online on Zoom only**
**Zoom Meeting ID: 892 172 2127**
**Admission: Totally FREE**

## Important Event Update

The 2026 Stronger Family Wellness Conference has been changed to the 2026 Stronger Family Wellness Conversation.

This event will not be held in person. The conversation will take place online on Zoom only. The original conference required a registration fee, but the new virtual conversation is **completely free for youth, parents, caregivers, and families**.

Join us for an honest and encouraging conversation about the challenges young people and their families face today. Our speakers will share lived experiences, practical guidance, and ideas that can help families grow stronger together.

## Featured Conversations

Destiny Miller: A Real Youth Conversation

Youth advocate and entrepreneur Destiny Miller will open the program by sharing a teenager’s perspective on the issues young people are dealing with today. She will discuss mental wellness, belonging, and what adults and communities can do to help young people thrive.

Dr. Terry Flood: Carrying a Lot, Being Strong Without Breaking

Entrepreneur, family man, veteran, and scholar Dr. Terry Flood will speak directly to youth and their families about handling life’s challenges in healthy ways. His message will help young people understand that being strong does not mean carrying everything alone. This conversation is especially designed for youth ages 10 and older and their families.

Barbara Fountain and Eric Hargrave: Rooted & Rising

Entrepreneur and family therapist Barbara Fountain and entrepreneur and men’s group leader Eric Hargrave will close the program with a conversation from the perspectives of mothers and fathers. They will discuss confidence, identity, connection, purpose, and how parents, daughters, sons, and families can grow stronger together.

How to Join

On Saturday, August 8, open Zoom and select Join a Meeting.
Enter: Zoom Meeting ID: 892 172 2127

There is no cost to attend. Join us from wherever you are for a meaningful conversation created to support stronger youth, stronger parents, and stronger families.

For additional information, call (737) 637-4550.

Presented by the GUD LIFE Wellness Program and the Abundant LIFE Community Development Corporation, with support from St. David’s Foundation and the Black Men’s Health Clinic.