Sarah A. Reed Children's Center’s Post

Suicide Prevention Week began worldwide yesterday. According to experts, suicide is a major yet preventable public health issue. Since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, there has been a surge in suicide cases. Our future looks promising with the introduction of the "WUZU WUZU - Don't forget the children" trauma care game, which utilizes art therapy techniques. Learn more about this impactful initiative here: <givesendgo.com/G25XU> #philanthropy #humanitarian #children #trauma #PTSD #arttherapy #IT #game #venturephilanthropy #suicideprevention

Suicide is a profound public health crisis, claiming over 720,000 lives globally each year. Each loss carries significant emotional, social, and economic impacts, touching lives and communities far beyond the individual. To address this, we need to change how we talk about and approach suicide. It's time to move from a place of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. We urge everyone to start conversations about suicide and prevention. Every dialogue, no matter how small, helps build a more compassionate and informed society. Let's take action together. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #SuicidePrevention #WHOFides

Today is #988Day, and this year’s theme is "No Judgment. Just Help." The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides critical, judgment-free support to anyone in need. For individuals living with epilepsy, this lifeline is especially important. Studies show that those with epilepsy are at a higher risk of attempting or dying by suicide compared to the general population. At Epilepsy Reach Foundation, we are deeply committed to raising awareness and ensuring that every individual, no matter their condition, knows that help is always available. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. There is no shame in asking for help. #YouAreNotAlone #EpilepsyAwareness #NoJudgmentJustHelp #988Lifeline #MentalHealthMatters

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Please listen and care for those who express sadness, loneliness or any signs of suicide. It does not have to be a conversation, it can be a simple act of caring or time to listen. A cry for help may come in different ways. Be alert of family, friends, co workers, we do not always know what others are struggling with. The feeling of losing someone is hard. If you hear or see someone that needs help, please reach out or guide them to a professional that can assist. Check in on loved ones, friends and family. There are many different helplines, help centers that can guide and hopefully make the difference in that persons life and thoughts. https://lnkd.in/ePZy2M4K #NationalAllianceonMentalIllness #SuicidePreventionMonth

Discussing the transition to a memory care community with an aging parent can be an emotional and challenging experience. To help alleviate stress for families, we put together a 7-step guide for making this process easier: https://lnkd.in/eze5JkaB

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 2024 💙 https://bit.ly/3AKN5wU Suicide is a major public health challenge, with more than 700 000 deaths each year globally. Each suicide has far-reaching social, emotional, and economic consequences, and deeply affects individuals and communities worldwide. “Changing the narrative on suicide” is the triennial theme for World Suicide Prevention Day for 2024-2026 is "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" with the call to action "Start the Conversation". This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Breast Ironing! Here's my final quick reference guide focusing on the top 5 wide/national safeguarding concerns. (Mental Health in May) As early years practitioners, it's important to understand these wider/national safeguarding concerns. While many are familiar with the 4 types of abuse, some may not be aware of these wider concerns. Understanding these contexts and symptoms is crucial to identifying vulnerability at the earliest opportunity. What's the most prevalent concern in your early years settings area? Let's work together to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children. #safeguarding #earlyyears #childprotection

We would like to invite you to "Reparative Justice IV: Challenges of Engaging, Interviewing and Supporting Child victims/survivors/witnesses of War and Terror" webinar. When? Wednesday, 3 April 2024, 1:00-3:00PM EST / 6:00-8:00 GMT / 7:00-9:00PM CMT / 8:00-10:00 EET & IST. Continuing the International Center for the Study, Prevention and Treatment of MultiGenerational Legacies of Trauma webinar series in collaboration with Project Sunflowers, today’s webinar follows Reparative Justice I: a conceptual introduction to reparative justice, II. key groups of traumatized victims and III. Difficulties in listening and hearing traumatized victim/survivors/witnesses, all answering the call for specialized training in reparative justice for professionals and others working with them.  Today’s webinar begins the in-depth focus on engaging specifically with child victim/survivors/witnesses of the array of war’s and terror’s massive traumata to help heal and protect both child victim/survivors (family community members) and the professionals themselves from potential re/traumatization of sharing traumatic experiences. Participants are urged to view the three earlier webinars of this series prior to attending this one (more info: https://lnkd.in/d4-5vszs). Ukrainian-English interpretation will be provided. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eC6DNcas

Honoured to be invited to speak in Parliament again about knife crime. We often blame and praise point fingers when discussing the rise in violence, but this overlooks the systemic issues at play. Other nations, even those with high population densities, have successfully managed knife crime by treating it as a public health issue with notable decreases in violence as a result. Just as we use medication to prevent illness, we must adopt a preventive approach to violence. It's time to ask why our government waits to act until after violence occurs rather than funding preventative measures, which starts in homes and policy changes in schools We need to shift the narrative—treating knife crime not just as a street issue but as a public health crisis. Through preventative measures, it can implement education, mental health support, and community initiatives to safeguard our young people

We spoke with WTIC News Talk 1080 about the importance of 211. Did you know that in Connecticut last year, 211 responded to more than 1.7 million requests from residents, with a spike in need for basic needs like food, housing, shelter/homeless assistance and mental health and addiction assistance? The spike in need has to translate into an increase in funding for this critical resource, so we can decrease hold times and increase the number of contact specialists available to answer Connecticut residents' calls. https://lnkd.in/drCNKzjj Reach out to your legislators and let them know that that this is important: https://lnkd.in/dpcy9zDm Connecticut Senate Republicans, Connecticut State Senate Democrats, Connecticut House Democrats, Connecticut House Republicans