Tagged With "Supports"
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2 Webinars from Strategies 2.0
Empower Latin American Communities to Prevent Sex Trafficking 10am to 11:30am on 6/13/19 A 90-minute webinar focusing on the scope and overview of sex trafficking of Mexico and Latin America and how it connects to the United States. This webinar will increase awareness of the vulnerabilities Spanish-speaking populations face, increase access to human trafficking victim and survivor services, and highlight resources/tools to educate Mexican and Latin American communities. Weaving in theory...
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California Legislation to Increase Supports in Schools
The HEARTS team met folks from Californians for Safety and Justice (CSJ) in April last year when they contacted us about AB2701 , a bill that sought to create a state-wide grant program for providers of school-based trauma services using the HEARTS program approach as a model. Dr. Joyce Dorado and I worked with the team just before it was presented and I was excited to testify at a hearing about the bill. I went to Sacramento the day before to see another hearing taking place, and spent...
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Trauma-Informed Support from Afar for Head Starts
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WEBINAR: Growing Resilient Communities 2.1 Framework to Accelerate Your ACEs Initiative on 2/6
10-11:30am on Thursday, February 6, 2020 This 90-minute professional webinar from Strategies 2.0 will introduce family support professionals and others to the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and look more deeply into strategies community members can utilize to accelerate local ACEs initiatives. Together we will explore the five elements of Growing Resilient Communities 2.1 Framework. For more information and to register: https:// strategiesca.asentialms.com/ catalog/
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Will You Join PI and the Movember Campaign This Veteran's Day to Support Men's Mental Health and Wellbeing? [makingconnections.movemberprojects.com]
By Prevention Institute, November 11, 2019 Far too many men in the United States are impacted by stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges to their mental wellbeing—and this is particularly true for boys and men of color, military service members, and veterans. That’s why Prevention Institute works with the Movember Foundation and 13 community coalitions throughout the US on a national initiative called Making Connections for Mental Health and Wellbeing Among Men and Boys. Making...
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Show Your Support!: Friday, April 24 is Children's Memorial Flag Day
Now more than ever, the safety and security of our nation's children is paramount. The Children's Memorial Flag was created in honor of National Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Month. Flown on the fourth Friday in April — on April 24 this year — the Children’s Memorial Flag honors each lost child and serves as a symbol for the protection of children and young people from all forms of violence. The flag raises public awareness about the continuing problem of violence against children.
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How is California Supporting Kids?
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Funding will Boost Support for Human Trafficking Survivors [recordnet.com]
By Cassie Dickman, Recordnet.com, December 21, 2019 Community Medical Centers is set to receive more than $500,000 in federal funds starting next year to provide services tailored to human trafficking survivors in San Joaquin County. The three-year grant comes from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime and will enable CMC locations throughout the county to establish safe havens, according to a CMC news release. CMC began development on the Safe Haven Project in 2017...
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Parenting With ACEs: How You Can Support Your Toddler [sfbayview.com]
By Diana Hembree, San Francisco Bay View, November 11, 2019 “My 2-year-old keeps falling down when he tries to walk.” “My son is almost 24 months old, but all he can say is ‘mama’ and dada.’” “She just turned 2, and she still can’t follow the simplest instructions.” When your toddler misses a developmental milestone, like taking her first steps by age 2, it’s natural to fret. After all, in very rare cases, such delays may be a sign of an underlying condition. But a recent study suggests that...
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Preventing Violence in Our Homes [preventioninstitute.org]
By Prevention Institute, April 2020 Children, youth, and families are experiencing intensified stresses and new traumas as our country and the entire world work to contain the novel coronavirus and save lives. With more and more families experiencing unemployment, housing insecurity, and hunger—and many people restricted to their homes and limited in their social interactions, risks for violence and abuse in the home are likely to be on the rise. In this web conference, speakers will talk...
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Re: Preventing Violence in Our Homes [preventioninstitute.org]
Unfortunately this was posted after the webinar.... it was on the 14th.... do you know if there is a recording avail.? Julie Hatzell Trauma Specialist/Educator Domestic Violence Advocate Plumas Rural Services 711 Main Street Quincy, CA 95971 530 927-5873 On Thu, Apr 23, 2020 at 5:09 PM ACEsConnection < communitymanager@acesconnection.com> wrote:
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Re: Preventing Violence in Our Homes [preventioninstitute.org]
HI Julie- Thanks for pointing that out! Here is the link to the recording: http://www.preventconnect.org/...on-care-and-justice/
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Supporting Students Means Taking Care of Parents, Too. Here's How Schools Can Help. [edsurge.com]
By Meredith Liu and Valentina Helo-Villegas, EdSurge, May 26, 2020 Over the past month, educators across the country have come up with creative ways to support the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of children. From “ teacher caravans ” to virtual office hours, read alouds, and dance breaks, they have provided students with much-needed support to complement their education during a time of unprecedented disruption. But what about the wellbeing of parents? Should schools play a role in...
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System-wide strategies for re-housing in the COVID-19 era
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Dynamic Mindfulness Training
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Niroga Institute: Enhance Online Learning Effectiveness
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Together for Families Conference (October 14-16)
Cost: $375 – $450 The virtual 2020 Together for Families Conference , co-hosted by the Center for the Study of Social Policy, the National Family Support Network, Be Strong Families, and Families Canada, connects stakeholders from across the U.S. and Canada in the family support and strengthening field to focus on best and promising practice for supporting families. Designed for practitioners at the program, systems, and funder levels, the conference will provide valuable opportunities for...
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Re: Webinar: Epidemiology of Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Attempts and Direct Self-Injuries in Adolescents
There seems no link to a sign up or registration page ?
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Webinar: Epidemiology of Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Attempts and Direct Self-Injuries in Adolescents
This International Webinar is being organized by the Professional Institute of Business, Bangladesh on September 13, 2020 at 6:30-8:30am PST / 7:00-9:00pm IST. Join these experts on suicide.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqNQ0RV7NuYPO6DAnUAMxNYaQTDTcWogV7Apf3jguGyJs_nQ/viewform
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Re: Webinar: Epidemiology of Suicidal Ideation, Suicidal Attempts and Direct Self-Injuries in Adolescents
Whoops. Thank you @Daun Kauffman . The registration link is now included. Hope to see you in a few hours.
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Sesame Street in Communities Provides Support for Kids Impacted by Wildfires
For resources and activities to help kids feel safe and comforted, visit: https://cdn.sesamestreet.org/sites/default/files/media_folders/Images/SupportAfterEmergency_Printable_Fire_FamilyGuide.pdf?_ga=2.91031322.1860374799.1600088181-1279904627.1598558329
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On the Governor's Desk Now: Take Action on this California Legislation
Legislation SB 803 - Introduced by state Sen. Jim Beall What it does: The Bill will set up a standardized process to train and certify peer support specialists. Why it’s important: Medicaid allows federal dollars to help pay for peer support specialists – but only in states with a process for standardizing training and certifying workers. Passage of SB803 will greatly expand the network of support for people with mental illness, and compensate people who are already providing informal...
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Getting Unstuck: A Book Club
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Sacred Sons / Saturday Online Men's Circle
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Looking for a supportive community? Join us! (Fee Free)
The Community of Practice (C of P) is an interdisciplinary, online platform for adults who are important to children. Among other topics, we explore how systems, environments, and documentation shape early childhood learning and wellness. We grow our ability to be curious about children's full-being, inherent wisdom by being curious about our own ways of knowing and inquiring. We are peer accompaniment with each other - support for the supporters of children, families, and communities. Join...
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Echo's Parent Support Group
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New support for foster youth and caregivers!
See attached flyer for 24/7 Support for foster youth.
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CANCER RECOVERY: Tools & Community Support
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ATTENTION ALL CALIFORNIANS, we need your help today
Californians Support AB 2660. Write now!
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Compliance to Compassion: Supporting Students, Teachers & Staff in Challenging Times
The past two years have been so very challenging. As we start yet another school year, we know that we’ve seen an increase in stress-related/trauma-related behaviors. The focus on “managing” behavior in many schools is failing children and the educators who serve them. This full-day virtual event will focus on hope, reframing our lenses and compassionate solutions. The day will be headlined by Alfie Kohn, author of Punished by Rewards . Other speakers include: Jim Sporleder Dr. Stuart...