Family Services
Julie Burroughs Erdman, LMSW, currently serves as a Clinician at Family Services, a position held since February 2023. Previous experience includes roles as a MAT Social Worker and Care Manager at Sun River Health from August 2021 to March 2023, and as a Mental Health Advocate at the Federation of Organizations from September 2017 to August 2021. Julie has extensive experience in community mental health, particularly in residential management and facilitating peer support groups. Julie founded and facilitated Creative Explorations Network, focusing on self-healing and connection through artistic expression. Julie holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University and a BA in Theatre and English Literature from the University at Albany, along with an AAS in Humanities from Dutchess Community College.
Family Services
Our Mission Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger, safer Hudson Valley. Founded in 1879, Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger, safer Hudson Valley. Our program areas include Behavioral Health, Victim Services, Family Programs, Youth Services, Community Safety, and Prevention. Last year, over 17,000 children, adults, and families benefited from Family Services programs in Dutchess, Ulster, and Orange counties. Family Services also manages the Family Partnership Center as a location where the community can come together for conversation and the exchange of ideas, participate in athletics and arts programming, and where a variety of nonprofits and related organizations can co-locate and collaborate to offer enhanced services that create real access. Last year over 70,000 people took advantage of services or activities on this 100,000+ square foot campus.