Twins Family Foundation’s Halloween Event!
Our team loved hosting a small children’s Halloween get together last week! The children had fun participating in therapeutic activities, games, arts & crafts, and of course some trick or treating! Building Skills The kids had a great time working on their social skills enjoying the day and making friends with other children they had […]
Tips for Managing the “Impossible”
For those working and parenting from home, the COVID-19 pandemic has turned life into the perfect storm. Even before the pandemic, being a spouse, parent, and employee felt overwhelming, and many feel they aren’t meeting those roles 100 percent. Now, with both parents and children at home, taking care of children, taking care of business, […]
The Unspoken Crisis: Rising Suicide Rates Among Black Youth
Few realize that suicide is the 10th leading cause of death among Americans. From 1999 to 2018, the suicide rate has increased by 35%, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One trend that is particularly disturbing is climbing suicide rates among American youth: From 2007 to 2017, the rate for ages 10 to […]
How to Support your Child’s Mental Health During Protests and a Pandemic
The COVID-19 has been an extremely challenging time for all of us, especially children. In response to the pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns, children may be struggling with feelings of fear anxiety and isolation. Parents need to check their children for behavior changes and signs of distress. Some of the warning signs may include: Boredom […]
Navigating “Back to School” During the Pandemic
The return to school is quickly approaching, leaving parents and schools scrambling to figure out what the classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic will look like. From online learning, in person teaching, or a combination of the two — the complexity in all of this can be overwhelming and frustrating for everyone, especially children. According to a recent Harris survey conducted by the National 4-H Council, the burden from coping with COVID-19 affects 7 out of 10 teenagers. 45% of the teens surveyed identified their stress level as severe, and 67% thought it was better to keep their feelings secret about it. Take a look at some of the below tips we’ve found helpful when trying to navigate this uncharted territory. Check regularly with your kids, and listen to their concerns. Be sure their feelings are justified, letting them […]