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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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27 Apr Resilient Parenting is Safe Parenting – Finding Ways to Cope

Posted at 15:48h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

While cliché and overused, all parents can feel the meaning of, "the days are long, but the years are short." No matter how many parenting books hit the shelves, each child is a unique individual who does not come with their own manual and life itself otherwise will always have its...

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14 Apr What is a parent?

Posted at 07:43h in Child Abuse Prevention Month, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

In a world of helicopter parents, lawnmower parents, good enough parenting, attachment parenting, etc. who has it all figured out? Will the real Perfect Parent please stand up?  During the month of April, we recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This week, the Kosair for Kids Face It Movement is focusing...

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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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05 Apr Recapping Face It State Policy Wins for 2023

Posted at 13:25h in Child Abuse Prevention Month, News, Policy

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Face It Movement, an initiative founded and funded by Kosair for Kids, directly addresses incidences of child abuse and neglect in Kentucky and promotes best practices in child abuse prevention and intervention while engaging the community and advocating for effective policies to improve...

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30 Mar Overview of Child Abuse Prevention Month 2023

Posted at 17:23h in Child Abuse Prevention, Child Abuse Prevention Month, News, Strengthening Families

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, an important time to remember that everyone has a role to play in keeping communities safe for kids to grow and thrive. According to findings within the latest national Child Maltreatment Report, Kentucky now has the 6th highest rate in child maltreatment as opposed...

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15 Mar Making the Big Decision: Is Your Child Ready to Stay Home Alone? Important Tips for Parents and Caregivers

Posted at 18:57h in Child Abuse Prevention, Parenting, Positive Parenting

“All parents eventually face the decision to leave their child home alone for the first time. Whether they are just running to the store for a few minutes or working during after-school hours, parents need to be sure their child has the skills and maturity to handle the situation safely…”...

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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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