21 Aug

Posted at 15:40h in Child Abuse Prevention, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

by Taryn BellAs parents, we're constantly juggling endless responsibilities, often pushing our own needs to the bottom of the list. However, prioritizing self-care isn't selfish; it's essential for being the best parent you can be.  Think of the airplane oxygen mask theory: you secure your own mask before helping others. If...

19 Aug

Posted at 15:42h in Parent Perspective, Parenting

By Tina Agonva, Kentucky Youth Advocates High school is a time of awkward growth spurts, raging hormones, and the constant pressure to fit in. For many adolescents, this period is marked by an intense desire to belong to find their place in the social hierarchy of the school.  The need to belong...

18 Jul

Posted at 10:44h in Child Abuse Prevention, Parenting

by Troya Carr, Program Specialist at ECHOThis blog is part of our ECHO: Keeping Kids Safe blog series. Bullying & Cyberbullying: When the Pressure Turns Harmful Not all conflict is considered bullying. Sometimes kids experience drama, a disagreement, a one-time argument, or a misunderstanding between equals. This is different than the intentional...

17 May

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Winners For Wellness A community-wide festival celebrating Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Mental Health Month. Secure your spot for Winners for Wellness. Register.   When: Saturday, 7/20/2024 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Where: The California Community Center @ 1600 St Catherine St, Louisville, KY 40210...

24 Apr

Posted at 11:09h in Child Abuse Prevention, Child Abuse Prevention Month, In The Community, Parenting, Strengthening Families

By Casey Lane, InternIt can be an especially vulnerable, scary, and confusing time when you suspect or know that you need to seek mental or behavioral health for your child. Where do you even begin?  CrisisIf your child is currently experiencing or at risk of experiencing a mental health crisis -...