About Us
The Social Club with Intention:
Where Every Family Finds Connection
EmPower Family Wellness Center is grounded in the belief that every individual & family deserves access to support that strengthens communication and relationship bonds. We focus on creating opportunities for families to build healthier patterns of connection through shared experiences and practical communication tools.
Our Story
Families are the foundation of our communities. The ways parents/caregivers and children communicate, connect, and relate to one another shape not only individual well-being, but the health of neighborhoods, schools, and future generations.
Too often, families are navigating communication challenges and relational strain on their own. Patterns formed early in life (whether supportive or harmful) can quietly repeat across generations, especially when families lack access to spaces that encourage healthy interaction, shared experiences, and practical communication tools.
EmPower Family Wellness Center exists to address this gap. We create welcoming, community-based opportunities for families of all kinds to slow down, reconnect, and practice healthier ways of engaging with one another. From social events to educational communication activities, we support individuals and families in strengthening everyday relationships in ways that feel meaningful.
Learn more about how our programs support individuals, families, and the greater community!
Meet Our Board
Quayla Simms, M.A., LPCC-S
Founder & President
Mary Barnwell, B.S.
Vice-President
KeOndre Johnson, B.Eng
Treasurer
Tamyka Scott, MSW, LISW-S
Secretary