Thank you to Team Shamashers for their enthusiastic participation in the dodgeball tournament benefiting KidsPeace, a nonprofit providing critical mental and behavioral health services for children. The Shamashers always manage to have a ball! Alex Knauss Elisha Pugliese Colleen Gavin, MPH, ACSM EP-c, CHWC Jonathan Maritch Nicholas Lukow
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Modern Widows Club is so grateful for a $10,000 grant from AmFund- American Fundraising Foundation to support our many programs for compassionate #widowsupport for widows moving from #grief to #growth while rebuilding life post loss of a spouse. Foundation support is critical for the thousands of #widows who find us every year worldwide. Many are financially devastated. Our widow leadership and expertise enables us to create communities led by trained leaders and develop in person and virtual programs backed by research. The outcome is a decrease in overwhelm, fear, isolation, depression and lack of interest in health to 90% increase in confidence, decision making, happiness, meaning and purpose, peace of mind, interest in health and their new future. Investing in widow programs decreases local and state mental health, health care and social support systems while supporting widows with proven solutions to the many secondary losses that come in the years after the primary loss. Learn more and give kindly at: https://lnkd.in/d7uQFZF
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There is no pamphlet for parenting, but we do know what it takes to create a comprehensive primary prevention ecosystem that keeps children and families safe, healthy, and thriving. PCA America's signature program, Healthy Families America (HFA), has 30 years of demonstrated positive outcomes with home visiting, sometimes partnering with families that span generations. And yet, when you combine all of the organizations across the country providing this necessary service to communities, only 5% percent of eligible high priority families received home visiting services in 2022. Make a gift today in support of critical support for families, like HFA: https://lnkd.in/gX7wzH2r #PreventionIsPossible #HealthyFamiliesAmerica #HomeVisitingProgram #SupportingFamilies #DonateToday
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You've been working on yourself - investing in laying and fortifying your foundation. You know who you are. You know what you stand for. You know what values you want to see more of in the world. You can feel purpose simmering under your skin. As you sense that you've got more to give, you should put that new energy into action. You may not know where to start, and that's okay! There may be many ways you feel called to support and serve - try them all. Start with small acts of service - volunteering at a soup kitchen, the humane society, or with an organization that serves a community you care about. Participating in small acts service will likely open your eyes to areas where you feel passionate about serving. You'll start to see ways your service, or that of an organization, could expand - and you may feel inspired to lead that expansion. __________________ Read Struggle Well, Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma for more on the Concentric Circles of Service. https://lnkd.in/eE-84gTh #THISisPTG #PosttraumaticGrowth #Service #PTG #StruggleWell #ChooseGrowth #WarriorPATHH
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🌟 Tomorrow is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and Juniper is standing strong against elder abuse, calling on the community to join us. As one of Western Australia’s largest non-profit aged care providers, we're dedicated to ensuring a safe environment where everyone—staff, customers, and their families—feels confident to speak up if something’s amiss. Sadly, 1 in 6 older Western Australians experience elder abuse, often from those closest to them. This can include financial, social, physical, sexual, psychological, or emotional abuse, with many cases going unreported. “We provide ongoing training for our staff to identify and respond to signs of elder abuse. Additionally, we have established clear reporting procedures for customers and families,” Juniper CEO Russell Bricknell said. This year’s World Elder Abuse Awareness Day theme, “Wise Up, Rise Up against Elder Abuse,” emphasises our collective responsibility: 💡 Wise up – Learn more about elder abuse, recognise the signs, and know where to access support. 🚀 Rise up – Take action individually and within our communities to stop elder abuse and support older Western Australians. Read more https://bit.ly/4c2gxwm #WEAAD
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Prevention is key in reducing suicide in our country. We must move towards prevention and not just intervention.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month! A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. It’s time to take one big step together. Since 2002, millions of people have attended our Out of the Darkness Community Walks in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives. Join us: afsp.org/walk
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month! You know what someone is going through and one negative word could push them over the edge. Know the signs and warnings of depression and anxiety to prevent your friends and loved ones from taking their life. If you thought about suicide or dealing with depression please reach out for help. #suicideprevention #help #support
September is National Suicide Prevention Month! A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. It’s time to take one big step together. Since 2002, millions of people have attended our Out of the Darkness Community Walks in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives. Join us: afsp.org/walk
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Talking about suicide is hard, but the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has some helpful guidelines on their website: Telling your story can save lives and be a part of a healthy healing process, but only if you share it safely. Sharing your experience lets people know they are not alone and lets them know recovery is possible. If done safely, your story will encourage people at risk to seek help. What to do Be at a safe place in your recovery. Reflect on your own frame of mind. As a general guideline, wait at least one year after the attempt or loss before speaking. Define key messages. Your story should not simply express pain. Your goal should be to educate and inspire hope. Practice. Sharing your story may bring up unexpected emotions. Be sure to practice aloud so that you’re prepared to speak calmly and slowly in front of others. Emphasize the journey. Talk about both before and after the loss or attempt, and how far you’ve come in your recovery. Know your audience. Consider who you will be talking to (e.g., students, clinicians, survivors) and tailor your remarks accordingly. Be honest and comprehensive. Do not focus solely on the loss or attempt. Include the full range of your experience, both the positive and the negative, and how you manage your mental health today. Provide mental health resources for your audience to take home, like the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, the Crisis Text Line (text TALK or AYUDA to 741741), or afsp.org .
September is National Suicide Prevention Month! A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. It’s time to take one big step together. Since 2002, millions of people have attended our Out of the Darkness Community Walks in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives. Join us: afsp.org/walk
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30,000 people in this country die by suicide every year. 30,000 preventable deaths. How do we stop them? ✅ Know the signs. Visit (https://lnkd.in/gnjjGD-8) ✅ Ask. Don’t be afraid to come right out and ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide if you suspect they are. ✅ Listen. You don’t need to say anything, just listen. Validate the feelings. Don’t judge. ✅ Link. Help connect that person to whatever support they’re willing to accept in that moment. Every one of us has the power to end suicide. Let’s do this.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month! A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death. It’s time to take one big step together. Since 2002, millions of people have attended our Out of the Darkness Community Walks in communities across the country, raising awareness and funds that go toward education programs, advocacy efforts, and scientific research that reveals how we can save more lives. Join us: afsp.org/walk
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The 2024 State Report Cards are here! The report cards provide states with a roadmap for improving community design for physical activity and #ActivePeople. This report is a huge undertaking by our incredible team at Safe Routes Partnership, and I am so proud of their work. How is your state doing? What opportunities do you see for your state to improve #walking, #bicycling, #SafeRoutesToSchool, and #physicalactivity?
The Safe Routes Partnership is thrilled to announce the 2024 state report cards, “Making Strides,” are now available. “Making Strides” is a partnership with the YMCA of the USA and funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These state report cards allow state and local Ys, nonprofit organizations, agency personnel, communities, and individuals to identify where a state has done well to advance policies and practices and where more work is needed. The report cards can be used to inspire action across the country to better support community design for physical activity and #ActivePeople. Download the report cards now: bit.ly/2024reportcards #Pedestrians #Bicycling The Y (YMCA)
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As we step into this year’s Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month, let's shine a light on Prevent Child Abuse America, the nation's beacon for safeguarding our children. 🛡️ 🔹 Pioneering Change: As the oldest and largest organization in the U.S. dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect, we're not just advocates—we're catalysts for enduring change. 🔹 Science-Driven Solutions: Our approach is grounded in scientific research, promoting programs and resources that empower kids, families, and communities to flourish, now and for generations to come. 🔹 A Trusted Ally: Recognized as one of the highest-rated charities for children in the nation, our commitment to safety and well-being is unwavering. 🎥 Watch our story to see how we're making a difference. This CAP Month, be a part of a movement that's larger than us all. Stand with us as we work to create a world where every child is cherished, protected, and nurtured. Your support can transform lives. Because every child deserves a future free from abuse. #CAPMonth #PreventChildAbuse #ThrivingCommunities #ChildWellbeing #JoinTheMovement
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