Therapeutic Play Foundation

🗳️ Empower Your Mind: How Voting Supports Mental Wellness! 🗳️ Today is Voting Day! As you head to the polls, remember that participating in elections isn’t just about civic duty; it’s also a powerful tool for enhancing our mental health. Here’s how casting your vote can uplift your spirit and strengthen your mind: 🌱 1. Sense of Empowerment: Voting gives you a voice in the decisions that impact your life and community. Knowing that you can influence change fosters a sense of control and can lead to increased optimism about the future. 🤝 2. Community Connection: Engaging in the electoral process helps you feel connected to your community. Whether it’s discussing issues with friends or participating in local events, voting creates bonds and reduces feelings of isolation. 🧠 3. Personal Growth: The process of learning about candidates and policies stimulates your mind and encourages critical thinking. Staying informed about the issues that matter to you can be intellectually rewarding and satisfying. ❤️ 4. Reduced Anxiety: Taking action can often alleviate feelings of helplessness. By voting, you’re taking a step toward shaping the future you want to see, which can reduce anxiety and stress. ✨ 5. Role Modeling: When you vote, you inspire those around you—friends, family, and especially the younger generation—to engage in civic activities. This creates a ripple effect of empowerment within your community. Let’s make our voices heard and prioritize our mental well-being! Remember, your vote matters—not just for the issues at hand but for your mental health, too! ✅ Make a plan to vote today! Whether it’s by mail or at the polls, take the time to ensure your voice is counted. #EmpowerYourMind #VoteForYourWellbeing #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityConnection #CivicEngagement #therapeuticplayfoundation #blackmentalhealthtaskforce

🌈 Bring Hope & Healing This Holiday Season – Play it Forward! 🌈 At the Therapeutic Play Foundation, we’re dedicated to creating brighter futures for our community. Through your support, we can continue offering life-changing resources like educational programs, healthcare, food assistance, and safe spaces for growth and resilience. 💫 Together, We Can Make a Difference! 💫 This season, let’s Play it Forward by giving the gift of support. Every dollar you donate directly impacts lives, providing families in need with the resources they deserve. Let’s come together to bring smiles, hope, and healing to those who need it most. 💌 Join Our Mission Text PLAYHEALS to 53-555 or visit our donation page to Play it Forward. Every contribution counts, and every act of kindness changes lives. 📲 Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/TPFdonations to donate! Thank you for joining us in making a difference. Let’s Play it Forward and bring joy to our community this season! ❤️

🌸 Celebrate Your Birth Journey with The Abundant Birth Project! 🌸 Pregnancy is a beautiful, transformative journey, but it can come with financial stress. The Abundant Birth Project is here to help! This pioneering program offers monthly cash gifts to pregnant and postpartum women, providing the financial freedom to focus on what truly matters—your health, well-being, and your growing family. No strings attached. ✨ With support from the Abundant Birth Project, families can cover essential costs, prioritize self-care, and prepare for their new arrival with confidence. This initiative not only supports individual families but also tackles long-standing disparities in maternal health, promoting stronger and more resilient communities. 💪💕 Know someone who could benefit? Tag them! Applications are open. Visit AbundantBirthProject.org to learn more and apply. Let's make your birth journey one of empowerment and joy! 💖

🚨 Exciting Event Alert! 🚨 We’re thrilled to announce that Nakeya Fields, Executive Director of the Therapeutic Play Foundation, will be presenting the Brain Well-Being Model at the Bay Area RTAC Community Schools Convening on October 22, 2024! 🎉 Nakeya developed the Brain Well-Being Model to transform how educational institutions approach mental health by integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) that is accessible to ALL students. 💡 This groundbreaking model empowers schools to address the unique emotional and psychological needs of students, helping to create healthier, more compassionate learning environments. 🧠💚 Nakeya shares her insights on how this innovative model fosters emotional awareness, resilience, and well-being for students of all backgrounds. 🌟 Let’s make mental wellness a priority in education! 🌱 #MentalWellness #BrainWellBeingModel #SEL #EducationMatters #SchoolMentalHealth #StudentWellness #InnovativeApproaches #CommunitySchools #TherapeuticPlayFoundation #CreatingHappyFutures

🌿✨ Our recent Black Excellence in Motherhood event was full of creativity and healing! Moms immersed themselves in creating beautiful mandalas and experienced a calming sound bath, while their children enjoyed their own art activities. We love providing these therapeutic spaces where families can connect, create, and grow together. 💖🎨 Thank you to all the amazing moms and kids who participated! #TherapeuticPlayFoundation #BlackExcellence #MotherhoodMatters #ArtTherapy #SoundBath #CreativeHealing #FamilyWellness #CommunitySupport

🗳️ The Power of Our Vote is Real! 🖤 This is the time to make our voices heard, to unite and take action. Our vote is our power, and together we can shape the future. 🌍✊🏾 On October 10th, Black voters across California are coming together for a virtual rally. This is more than just a call to action—it's a movement. Be part of something bigger, be part of the change. Don’t sit this one out. Your voice matters, your vote counts. Let’s stand up, show up, and make history. #BlackVotersMatter #PowerInAction #UniteTheVote #ChangeStartsWithUs #TakeActionNow #BlackEquity #CAElection2024

Did you know the act of #Voting can increase your well-being and improve mental health? How so?! It can help you connect to your village and your local community. Thinking about others empowers empathy and compassion. Skills that help our mental health thrive. It can increase your sense of belonging; fostering a sense of knowing who you are and what you think would be good in your neighborhood. It can lessen your worry about access to resources. Being apart of the solution feels good. Join the conversation on October 10th! Register at the link: https://lnkd.in/egtXGnnH

✨ A heartfelt thank you to @Baby2Baby for partnering with the Therapeutic Play Foundation to bring vital support to families at our monthly food bank at St. Brigid Church! 💖 Thanks to Baby2Baby, we’re able to distribute diapers, formula, wipes, and other essentials to ensure our community’s little ones are cared for, and that mothers and families feel supported. It’s moments like these that remind us how powerful collaboration can be in uplifting those in need. 🙌👶 Join us every 4th Wednesday of the month at St. Brigid Church where we provide fresh food, resources, and an amazing free mobile clinic from @clarishealth 🙏 #Baby2Baby #TherapeuticPlayFoundation #clarishealth #CommunityCare #FamilySupport #FoodBank #StBrigidChurch #GiveBack #StrongerTogether #BabyEssentials #MotherhoodSupport

📢 Join us for the Black Mental Health Task Force Quarterly Meeting! 🧠✊🏾 🗓️ Thursday, October 10th 🕙 10:00 AM This is a crucial time to come together as advocates and allies in support of Black mental health. Your voice matters! 💬🖤 Join the conversation by clicking the link below: 👉 bit.ly/BMHTFmeeting Let's keep pushing for mental health awareness, resources, and support for our community. Together, we can make a difference! 🙌🏾✨ #MentalHealthMatters #BlackMentalHealth #CommunityHealing #therapeuticplayfoundation #blackmentalhealthtaskforce

Happy #SelfCareSeptember! 🌿 Take time each day to prioritize yourself with our easy checklist. Whether it's a few moments of stretching, a mindful reflection, or simply staying hydrated, self-care is key to maintaining balance. Let's make wellness a daily habit! 💖 #TherapeuticPlayFoundation #WellnessJourney #MindfulLiving