Inn from the Cold’s Post

#PeaceDay is a time to remember the importance of cultivating a culture of peace. At Shelter, Inc., we strive to do our part by offering resources that #ProtectChildren, #StrengthenFamilies, and #TransformCommunities. Learn more about these resources: https://ow.ly/fv0x50Trgey

Cost of living in Canada is beyond manageable. Taxing people to death is going to lead to more of this. The cost of rent in this country is absolutely insane. Imagine what it must be like to not be able to house your family in the dead of a Canadian winter. I understand why they're removing the shelters, but a better place to start would be reducing the cost of "SURVIVAL", not living, in Canada. Literally being "taxed" to death in this country. This week, old man winter returns from his vacation, and he is taking his job seriously, I wish our government would do the same. More people are being forced to live on the streets because of mortgage rates moving beyond their ability to pay, who do you think this benefits? The rich people able to buy those "bank owned" houses and charge outlandish rents on. The problem couldn't be more clear. STOP the cost of survival "hockey stick", unlike the other one, this hockey stick is real.

Rebuilding after tragedy takes more than just time. It takes a community of support. Our mission is to provide practical advice for families facing the unimaginable, ensuring that you never have to walk this path alone. Learn about how we can help: https://buff.ly/3NeJfPx #CommunitySupport #HolisticHealing

By integrating the term “unattended death cleanup” into community education and response efforts, we can address both the prevention of these incidents and the importance of a specialised cleanup process when they occur.

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"Because Every Life Tells a Story" - Thorough & Accurate Death Investigations preserve human dignity and tell the untold story.  - Resourceful & Efficient Practices allows us to optimize our resources without compromising thoroughness so that we can provide timely closure for families.  - Community Education for Prevention empowers the community as informed citizens can help prevent avoidable deaths. I will compassionately bridge the gap between science and humanity.   *Remember, behind every case lies a life- a narrative waiting to be understood and shared. #TellYourStory #EveryLifeTellsAStory #storytelling #legacyplanning #legacybuilding If you know of a company that preserves life stories, let us know! Vote - Mark A. Symonds for Lake County, IL Coroner https://lnkd.in/eB-aSZZN

🌟 Remembering 9/11: A Day of Reflection and Resilience 🌟 Today, we pause to honor the memory of those we lost on September 11, 2001. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and unity that emerged in the face of tragedy. We believe in the importance of preparedness and the ability to respond in critical moments. The events of 9/11 highlighted the need for life-saving skills, and we are committed to equipping individuals and organizations with the knowledge and training necessary to make a difference when it matters most. As we reflect on this day, let us also remember the heroes who stepped up to help others. Together, we can ensure that we are all prepared to act in emergencies, fostering a safer community for everyone. Join us in honoring the legacy of resilience and compassion. Consider taking a CPR course or refreshing your skills today. Together, we can be the difference. #NeverForget #911 #CPR #Preparedness #CommunitySafety #Resilience

Did you know that NLC launched the Municipalities Reimagining Community Safety (MRCS) initiative in 2022? With reducing crime being a political priority for many Americans, the MRCS initiative was created to invest in local action to reduce and prevent violence while advancing new visions for safety in communities. One of these visions includes Group Violence Intervention (GVI), an impactful strategy to reimagine public safety. So what does GVI look like? Read our new post — and attend our open meeting on Aug. 22 — to learn more. https://bit.ly/3Aq3I0I

Say it LOUDER! Also an idea anyone can steal - we need a (well paid) national library response team we can deploy for when this stuff happens, because it will keep happening. A team made up of folks who are knowledgable in providing not only information and assistance navigating the stuff that comes after a crisis, but also things like programming and storytimes to help with morale. I think this is an especially good idea since many of the folks working to help those in crisis are also in crisis them helps. I am gonna keep telling people about this idea, until someone with the right connections can make it happen. So please steal it.

A Day of Reflection: Lessons in Resilience 9/11 showed us the power of resilience. As we remember the victims and heroes, we also recognize the importance of community and strength in rebuilding. In the face of tragedy, the response was one of unity and compassion. We can carry these lessons into our personal and professional lives by fostering support and collaboration in times of challenge. #NeverForget #September11