Help us Raise Awareness!

Posted by Mandy Richardson on 6 May 2013 | Comments

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May is a busy month here at The Centers. It's National Mental Health Awareness month, so we are busy working with our programs and clients per normal, but also spending time trying to raise awareness of mental wellness. The key to removing the stigma which often surrounds the topic of mental illness is education.

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Money Matters

Posted by Michelle Young, M.S. Ed. on 16 April 2013 | Comments

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MONEY MATTER$

 

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Helping Kids De-Stress

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 8 April 2013 | Comments

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April is Stress Awareness Month and as a mental wellness organization, we are sensative to the impact stress has on one's mental state. Most adults have found ways, through the years, to cope with stress in a positive manner. But are we equipped as parents to help our children learn stress relieving techniques?

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Teaching Friendship & Social Skills

Posted by Michelle Young, Parent Resource Center on 22 March 2013 | Comments

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Having friends at any age provides support and promotes mental health and wellbeing. Children’s friendships are also very important for their social and emotional development. Through friendships children learn how to relate with others. They develop social skills as they teach each other how to be good friends.

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Transitioning Your Child from Crib to Bed

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 6 March 2013 | Comments

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When should you transition your child from crib to bed? How is the best way to make the move? What are some tips to making the transition successful and low stress for both Mom & Dad and the child? This big step in your child's life should be all about fun, but it can be a bit stressful for parents - especially first-time parents.

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Parenting Book Recommendation

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 28 February 2013 | Comments

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Prevention Services at Centers for Youth and Families offers multiple programs for parents of all types...new, experienced, single, teen, etc...

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Feelings Paper Dolls for Children

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 25 February 2013 | Comments

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The therapists in our Outpatient Clinic at Centers have created feelings paper dolls for several of their clients. This is a great way for children who are too young to express, or who don't have the right words to express, how they are feeling. You and your child(ren) could create these to use at home. Here's how...

Materials You Need for Feelings Paper Dolls:

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Praise & Encouragement

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 13 February 2013 | Comments

The term “praise” refers to an expression of approval, admiration or commendation. Praising children by acknowledging their hard work and achievements is not only essential to the development of a child’s confidence and self-esteem, but it also gives the child feelings of pride and accomplishment.

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Check out The Parent Resource Center

Posted by CFYF Marketing on 5 February 2013 | Comments

Do you know about this little gem of a resource that Centers for Youth and Families offers our community, called the Parent Resource Center?

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