Alexander Youth Network

🧠💚 Mental Illness Awareness Week is here! From October 6 – 12, culminating in World Mental Health Day on October 10, Alexander Youth Network is proud to be part of this global movement to raise awareness and understanding of mental health. We recognize the importance of discussing mental health year-round, and this week, we’re amplifying those conversations. We are proud to support NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) in advocating for stronger mental health policies and creating supportive spaces for open dialogue. We aim to break the stigma and foster compassion for those affected by mental health challenges through engaging in activities and discussions. Interested in making a difference? Learn how you can volunteer with the Alexander Youth Network and help support our mission. https://buff.ly/3NdkKSU #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #WorldMentalHealthDay #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters #NAMI #AlexanderYouthNetwork #AdvocacyInAction

📢We invite you to join us for a tour of our Charlotte campus this October or November!💚 In just 30 minutes, you'll have the chance to explore our facilities, ask questions, and hear from a member of our dedicated staff. It's a great way to learn more about the impactful work we do at Alexander Youth Network. To schedule a tour, contact Crissy Humble at chumble@aynkids.org or visit our website to sign up. We hope to see you soon! ➡ https://lnkd.in/eVcH_z7J

Today is Kids Music Day! 🎶 Did you know music is a powerful part of the healing journey for many children at Alexander Youth Network? At our Charlotte Residential Program, we use therapeutic drumming to help kids learn rhythmic and predictable patterns that their brains recognize. These patterns help restore healthy brain sequences often disrupted by stress and trauma. Music is more than just sound; it can also be a tool for healing. 🎵 Interested in sharing your musical talents? We’re looking for passionate volunteers to make a difference in our kids' lives. Visit https://buff.ly/3Boq5UL to learn more and sign up today! #KidsMusicDay #MusicHeals #VolunteerWithUs #AlexanderYouthNetwork

🌟 Experience a Rewarding Career at Alexander Youth Network! 🌟 Join us at Alexander Youth Network, where we’re dedicated to creating fulfilling careers for our team members. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while finding purpose in your work every day! 💚 What We Offer: ◽ Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits ◽ Student Loan Repayment Program ◽ Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays ◽ Tuition Reimbursement to support your growth ◽ Retirement Plan for Your Future ◽ Employer Paid Life Insurance ◽ Employee Assistance Plan ◽ Work/Life Benefits ◽ Supplemental and Voluntary Benefits Ready to embark on your journey in children’s mental health services? Discover your rewarding career with us today! ➡ https://buff.ly/3OSRd1b #JoinOurTeam #ChildrensMentalHealth #CareerOpportunities #MakeADifference

Interested in a collaborative approach to children’s mental health? 💚 At Alexander Youth Network, our Intensive In-Home Program partners with children and families to address challenging behaviors and foster positive self-reflection. We aim to create lasting change through personalized interventions and support productive engagement in the child’s environment. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children’s mental health. If you know a family who could benefit from this service, refer them today! #AlexanderYouthNetwork #ChildrensMentalHealth #InHomeProgram #CollaborativeCare #MentalHealthMatters #MakeADifference

We’re excited to share the positive impact that Alex and Zander, our therapeutic support bunnies, continue to have on the children at our Charlotte campus. These gentle creatures play a vital role in our therapeutic approach, providing numerous benefits to our young residents. Benefits of Therapeutic Support Animals:🐰💚 Improving Touch Sensitivity: Interactions with bunnies help children enhance their comfort with physical touch, promoting sensory integration and reducing anxiety. Non-Judgmental Relationship Building: Alex and Zander offer a safe space for children to express their feelings without fear of judgment, fostering trust and emotional openness. Building Skills: Engaging with therapy animals enhances social skills, responsibility, and empathy as children learn to care for and connect with them. Here’s a picture of Beth Altmix, our dedicated therapist at our Charlotte campus, enjoying a moment with Alex and Zander. How cute are they? And yes, we love their names too—Alex and Zander, just like our organization! 💚🐰 #TherapeuticSupportAnimals #ChildrensMentalHealth #AlexanderYouthNetwork #NMTModel #AnimalAssistedTherapy #MentalHealthMatters

🏌️♂️ Chipping In Fore Charity Golf Tournament Raises $15,000 for Alexander Youth Network! ⛳ We are incredibly grateful to have been selected as one of the beneficiaries of this year's Chipping In Fore charity golf tournament. Thanks to their generosity, $15,000 was raised to support our mission of providing critical mental health services to children across North Carolina. A huge thank you to everyone involved in this amazing event! Your support makes a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve. For more information about Chipping In Fore, visit their website: https://lnkd.in/g9_nMDJZ #ChippingInFore #AlexanderYouthNetwork #CommunitySupport #CharityGolf #MentalHealthMatters #ThankYou

✨ Celebrating 5 Years of Impact! ✨ As we close this month, we’re excited to share a major milestone—a perfect way to end on a high note! This month marks five years since our merger with Youth Focus, and together, we've positively impacted countless children and families. Through this merger, Alexander Youth Network has expanded our services, allowing us to offer more comprehensive programs to children and adolescents while strengthening our presence in Guilford County. Youth Focus continues to provide critical crisis services to young adults, seamlessly aligning with our affiliate, The Relatives. Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, which came just months after our merger, we emerged stronger, more resilient, and even more united in our mission to support the youth who need us most. Here’s to the past five years and to many more ahead, making a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve. 💚

As Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, we want to remind everyone that the conversation doesn't end here. Every day, we must continue to raise awareness, offer support, and share resources to help those struggling. Whether it's reaching out to a loved one, educating yourself on the signs, or simply being there to listen, we all have a role in saving lives. Together, we can make a difference. 💚 #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthMatters #SupportEachOther #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone

Happy Anniversary to Our Dedicated Team! 🎉 Today, we celebrate our incredible staff members who have been with Alexander Youth Network for over 10 years! Your commitment, passion, and hard work have made a lasting impact on the children and families we serve. Thank you for your continued dedication to our mission—you are truly the heart of what we do. 💚 #WorkAnniversary #DedicatedTeam #ThankYou #AlexanderYouthNetwork #MakingADifference