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Over 50% of South Carolina’s public school students are not meeting standards for heart and lung health. House Bill 4655 supports students in meeting the recommended amount of health-enhancing physical activity for all children in South Carolina public schools. These opportunities support students’ readiness for college, a career, and military service. We're proud to see lawmakers taking action! Let's prioritize our children's health by supporting this initiative. Read more about the importance of physical activity in schools in The Post & Courier article linked in our bio. Together, we can create a healthier future for South Carolina! Visit this link to learn more about House Bill 4655 https://bit.ly/3uOeyvb #SupportPhysicalActivity #ChildhoodHealth #SCWellness #EducationMatters #healthySC #accesstohealth #communitywellness #healthychoices #empowercommunities #wellnessforall #SChealthequity #wholespire #communitycoalitions #WholespireImpact #accessequalshealth #SCnonprofit #advocacy

60% of people say that making sure their family is not burdened by tough decisions as they die is “extremely important” although 56% of these people have NOT talked with their loved one about their end-of-life decisions. 82% of people say it’s important to put their wishes in writing; only 23% have actually done so. 70% of people want to die at home when in reality 70% die in a hospital or skilled nursing. Did they tell anyone what they wanted? Who will advocate and honor our wishes if we never mention them? By planning ahead, we can spare our surviving family and loved ones future stress and discord as they mourn our loss. Join Hoag Faith Community Nursing for a Train the Trainer Course, so you can advocate for your congregations & communities. Complimentary books & workbooks for the first 25 enrollees at the Hoag events. To register - kellie.gonzalez@hoag.org Community Seminar on Saturday, August 24th offered at University United Methodist Church, Irvine. To Register - pastorcathie@uumcirvine.org #adults #clergy #registerednurses #socialworkers #deacons #retired #volunteers #physicians #philanthropy #estateplan #senioradvocates #endoflife #hospice

In the heart of Mangeh Section at Samu Chiefdom, Kambia District, Sierra Leone, lies a treasure trove of resilience, hope, and untapped potential - the children of our future. This photo, taken back in 2018, captures a moment that continues to shape my purpose and fuel my passion for advocacy. In the midst of our outreach efforts to uplift the vulnerable and underprivileged, I met a shy little girl who stole a piece of my heart. Her timid demeanor spoke volumes, but it was her hesitant smile that moved me most. In that instant, I knew my role wasn't just to provide aid, but to offer love, acceptance, and a sense of belonging. My journey in advocating for children, especially girls often sidelined by society, started long before this snapshot. It's a journey marked by countless encounters, each leaving an indelible mark on my soul. Whenever I revisit this photo, it's like reliving that moment all over again. It reminds me why I do what I do - to be a voice for the voiceless, a beacon of hope for those in need. With every prayer, I don't just seek strength and wisdom, but also the humility to understand the magnitude of my calling. May this image serve as a gentle nudge to us all - a reminder of the transforming power of love and empathy. Let's walk hand in hand, lighting up lives and paving the way for a future where every child knows they're valued and cherished. #ChildAdvocacy #Compassion #CommunityOutreach

As part of #WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay, we're highlighting some resources on how some people we work with have no recourse to public funds at the end of life. 🔵Hospice UK info - https://bit.ly/3YiaeQT 🔵St Christopher's guide for staff - https://bit.ly/3BMc2bK 🔵Current research - https://bit.ly/3XXQm3R #Homelessness

Help Our Heroes and Strategic Engagement Consulting (SEC) are committed to launching a program that will provide innovative mental health care, increased local advocacy, assessibility to "vetted" resources, increased community outreach, and much more to our Veteran and military communities within the state of Missouri and Kansas. We are not stopping there... Through data, reports, community outreach, and our partnerships, we will show proof of concept and how working TOGETHER to deliver an innovative program will drastically reduce the mental health challenges that are leading to high suicide rates seen amongst the Veteran and military communities. Commit to the cause with us and help bring this program to life by: 💠Sharing - by sharing this post, you can help raise awareness and reach more people. 💠Supporting - volunteering with organizations that support our veterans mental health 💠Donating - this program cannot go far without funding. Please donate or sponsor: 💠Partnerships - looking for partners that can bring value to this program Together, we can work to address the mental health challenges and reduce the suicide rate. #strongertogether #stopsuicide #Missouri #Kansas

Today Become has published an open letter and manifesto calling on party leaders to show they care and make the reforms to the care system so urgently needed. We are calling on party leaders to: 🚨 Urgently reform the care system so every child has the love, care and stability they need. ❤️ Make children’s relationships a key consideration in all decisions. 📉End the care cliff so young people can make a positive start to adulthood. 🏥 Improve the support provided to children and young people by other public services. 📣 Put young people’s voices at the heart of the care system. https://lnkd.in/e-PjwyaQ

Many of Words Worth Repeating’s books were created to be useful in those first moments, giving adults the words to have hard conversations. Because of this, it is Words Worth Repeating’s goal to make these books affordable so that organizations can have them on hand when they need them. These children’s books support the entire family, written in a unique way that puts supportive gentle explanations directly in the readers mouth. Children’s books are a tool that families are comfortable with. They can be used even when staff or other support people are not available, and these books were created to be supportive to a variety of situations, cultures, and family dynamics. Hospitals, funeral homes, organizations that support families in stressful situations: Did you know that there are coupon codes to make purchasing these books even cheaper when you are ordering multiple copies to have on hand? They do not need to be all the same book! *There is a $10 flat fee shipping charge, no matter how many books you order. Any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out. #hospitalsupport #funeralhomeresources #childrensbooksaboutdeath #griefandloss #griefandlosssupport #kidsgrief #funeralhomesupport #childlife #childliferesources #childlifespecialist #socialwork #hospicesocialwork #hospicesocialworker #nicu #hospitallibrary

Are you one of the 64,000 grandparents in Arizona raising your grandchildren? Duet is working to answer the growing need for support and resources. Check out this story from ABC15 to learn more about our services for grandfamilies: https://buff.ly/4bGXRlR #grandfamilies #kinshipcare #grandparentsraisinggrandchildren #supportgroups #arizona #familyresources #legalresources

Unlocking Second Chances in Philadelphia! In Philadelphia, 440,000 people face barriers due to their criminal records, even after serving their sentences. The power of a pardon can change lives and uplift entire communities, but it’s often underutilized. The West Philadelphia Pardon Network (WPPN) is here to change that. This innovative cross-sector collaboration brings the community together to create pathways to redemption and promote a model of forgiveness that others can emulate. By helping individuals apply for and secure pardons, WPPN is tackling intergenerational poverty and empowering those impacted by high incarceration rates. Discover how WPPN is advocating for self-help and community-driven solutions to transform lives in West Philly. Ready to learn more about this powerful initiative? Read the full article now! 👉

Growing up in a community of single mothers, homelessness and chronic housing instability were constants in my life. Though I wasn't a foster child myself, my mother and aunts hailed from foster backgrounds, and so instability was a regular occurrence. Fast forward to 2024, serving and uplifting unhoused youth becomes my mission. The spaces God places me are on purpose, for a purpose. 🙏🏾 Youth homelessness is a super complex issue. Shelters are overcrowded, transitional housing is few, and affordable housing - don’t get me started. According to NCSL: 👉🏾 Each year, 1.5 million children and adolescents flee home due to family conflicts, abuse, or neglect, finding themselves homeless. 👉🏾 Over 250,000 children enter foster care annually, with more than 23,000 aging out each year. These youths face heightened risks of homelessness due to various factors, including unstable placements, histories of running away, and time spent in institutional settings. At Pour Over Love, the youth we serve encounter challenges unique to Atlanta, such as the prevalence of sex trafficking and the increasing presence of gangs and initiations. We're dedicated to empowering our youth through a comprehensive approach: expanding our resources to encompass career development, on-the-job training, mentorship, and networking opportunities, we aim to facilitate successful transitions. Our goal is ambitious yet attainable: within our 12-month cohorts, we strive to secure stable housing and meaningful careers for each individual, setting the stage for sustainable lifestyles. 🤝 Will you help me in transitioning the lives of Atlanta’s at-risk youth? Whatever form your contribution takes (financial, mentorship, reposting), know that it is invaluable to us. Your support enables us to continue our vital work, impacting lives and reshaping futures, and we greatly appreciate your contributions. https://lnkd.in/eSi-eTg4 #nonprofit #supporttheyouth #fundraising #impactdriven #homelessness #careerdevelopment #jobtraining #mentorship #affordablehousing #employment