14 Jun Let’s Make Kentucky a National Leader in Serving and Protecting Our Children, Families, and Communities through Promoting and Advancing FATHERHOOD

Posted at 15:38h in In The Community, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

By: Commonwealth Center for Fathers and Families  Kentucky is no stranger to being a national leader.  Unfortunately, we rank high nationally in several undesirable areas (consistent with the asset-based approach, I will not list these). However, I will say that according to reports prepared by the Children’s Bureau (Administration on Children,...

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31 May Caregiver Compassion Fatigue & the Importance of Self-Care

Posted at 14:57h in In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

by Robin Schotter, Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C)As early childhood educators and caregivers, we give our all to the children in our care. Our days are full of activity – engaging their minds, challenging their skills, communicating with their families, and ensuring that their basic needs are being met. Children...

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25 May Trauma Awareness Month – Healing TREE (Trauma Resources, Education & Entertainment)

Posted at 14:38h in Child Abuse Prevention, Face It Friday, In The Community, Strengthening Families

By: Stephanie Mangan, LPCC-S, President of Board of Directors, Healing TREEHow do you define the human experience? How do you define trauma? Would you consider yourself, or your loved ones,  a survivor of trauma? Most humans begin to clam up, deflect, avoid or “run away” the minute questions like...

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02 May Pay It Forward: Be The Community Families Need to Succeed

Posted at 15:31h in Child Abuse Prevention, Child Abuse Prevention Month, In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

One call can change a parent’s life forever. In fact, between July 2021 and June 2022, over 120,000 reports were made, most by telephone, to Child Protective Services (CPS) in Kentucky (Department of Community Based Services SFY 2022).  What you may not know? Only around 6% were found to be substantiated...

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13 Apr Face It Movement Launches New Cyber Safety 101 Resource

Posted at 06:00h in Child Abuse Prevention Month, In The Community, News, Parenting

Face It Movement Launches New Cyber Safety 101 Resource Offering Tips for Keeping Kids Safe Online  For immediate release: April 13, 2023 Contact: Mara Powell mpowell@kyyouth.org  LOUISVILLE, KY – The internet offers endless opportunities for learning, exploration, and connection, yet there are also hidden dangers that all parents and caregivers must be aware of as...

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09 Mar FEAT of Louisville Works Toward an Inclusive Community

Posted at 11:41h in Child Abuse Prevention, Events, In The Community

Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT) of Louisville is a local nonprofit that actively supports and funds autism programs for the entire family. Since 1999, FEAT of Louisville has been dedicated to easing the autism journey for individuals and families impacted by autism through on-going support, education, and programs. FEAT works...

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02 Mar Happy Social Work Month

Posted at 10:21h in Child Abuse Prevention, In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

Social workers across the commonwealth work hard everyday to ensure children are safe and secure, connect families to the resources they need, advocate for the most vulnerable, and so much more.  March is Social Work Month, a time to celebrate the great profession of social work! The theme for 2023 is...

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27 Feb Squeezing in Self Care

Posted at 17:04h in In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

As a parent or caregiver, it's easy to put your needs last, but even one small thing a day for YOU can make a huge difference. By prioritizing self-care and incorporating these tips into your daily routine, you can improve your overall well-being and be better equipped to handle the...

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02 Feb Investigations of Child Abuse and Neglect: What If It Is Your Child? 

Posted at 14:34h in Child Abuse Prevention, In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

This blog post was a collaborative effort from KY SEAT, Kentucky's statewide birth parent council. It’s almost half past noon after a lazy Saturday morning of Paw Patrol and pillow forts. You’re feeling up in the ranks with Zookeeper Melanie after managing to get your nonstop fun-loving kiddos down for an...

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27 Jan Face It Policy Priorities and Children’s Advocacy Week is  February 6 – 10, 2023!

Posted at 13:53h in Child Abuse Prevention, Events, In The Community, News, Policy

Partners, parents, and caregivers, we need you to ask elected officials to prioritize kids in the 2023 legislative session! Join the Face It Policy Team in advocating for the following policy priorities that keep kids safe and healthy during the 2023 state legislative session. Kentucky Youth Advocates Blueprint for Kentucky’s...

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