National Parents’ Day is coming up on July 24. While it’s important to celebrate parents and caregivers every day, today we recognize parents and caregivers, celebrate teamwork in raising kids, and support those providing parental guidance in building strong and resilient kids and families. Parenting is one of the toughest jobs...
This post originally appeared on Kentucky Youth Advocates blog. Mental health support and suicide prevention resources are a critical resource for Kentuckians. Children and their families across the Commonwealth struggled with their mental health well before the isolation and other challenges brought forth by the pandemic. Coming in July, a new...
By Jon Abreu Dad’s are many things. They’re silly. They help us play out our wildest adventures. We laugh at them when they wear goofy “dad shoes.” They dry our tears. They’re our loudest supporters, our superheroes, and so much more. But, one quality that often gets overlooked, is their role...
I became a new mom during the height of a global pandemic - in the summer of 2020 - and I was not okay… Becoming a new mom is one of the most stressful life changes that can occur. You can read all the books, watch all the videos, and seek...
By Jennifer Monroe Baize, MSSW, LCSW Awareness When I first started thinking about what could be helpful in other’s journey to healing who have experienced trauma; knowledge and awareness immediately came to mind. I then found myself wondering, was there one “big thing” or statement that seemed more impactful? It is then...
 March is Social Work Month, a time to celebrate the great profession of social work! The theme for 2022 is The Time is Right for Social Work. Each day social workers touch millions of lives. In fact, you, a family member, or a friend have likely already been helped by a...
Random Acts of Kindness Day is Feb 17! Now, more than ever, we could all use a little kindness in our day - whether that means giving or receiving a simple act of kindness. Between work, school, and lingering pandemic challenges, people are under a lot of stress. Today is a...
The holiday season is here, which often means errands, gatherings, and time off school for the kids in your life. While this season can sometimes be stressful, it can also be a great opportunity to spend quality time with your family. But for some Kentucky kids, a loving and supportive...
November is National Family Literacy Month, what better way to celebrate than by reading more books!...
Parents: you’ve done a great job caring for your kids, and now is an important time to remember to take care of ourselves! It has certainly been an overwhelmingly stressful year for all, it’s an important time to recommit to practicing self-care. Whether you are a parent, full time caregiver,...