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Where to find counseling resources to cope with grief, mental health struggles
Read full article: Where to find counseling resources to cope with grief, mental health strugglesListening to the news of tragedies can be hard on anyone, from those directly connected to viewers who are keeping up with the story. Here are some resources that can help those dealing with grief or mental health struggles.
Importance of mental health resources highlighted by NAMI of Greater San Antonio
Read full article: Importance of mental health resources highlighted by NAMI of Greater San AntonioThe National Alliance on Mental Illness of Greater San Antonio offers peer-led mental health education and support groups for individuals and families.
Uvalde Together Resiliency Center providing resources for years to come
Read full article: Uvalde Together Resiliency Center providing resources for years to comeThe Uvalde Together Resiliency Center opened as a place for the community to get the resources they need as they move through the Robb Elementary tragedy.
How to find your city’s sustainability plan online
Read full article: How to find your city’s sustainability plan onlineIf you’re watching the latest episode of “Solutionaries,” the newest from our solutions journalism-based digital show, then you’re already well aware that the topic is climate change, and everything environmentally related.
Stabbing involving exes raises awareness about the dangers of domestic violence
Read full article: Stabbing involving exes raises awareness about the dangers of domestic violenceAn organization dedicated to fighting domestic violence is hoping the latest violent crime, where a man allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend multiple times, reminds victims of domestic violence to seek help.
Del Rio faith-based community lending a hand to Haitians in need
Read full article: Del Rio faith-based community lending a hand to Haitians in needThe faith-based community in Del Rio has helped more than its share of immigrants from Mexico and Central America, but the thousands of arrivals from Haiti were a first.
‘We need some flexibility’: Youth-serving nonprofit CEO says more support needed in foster care capacity crisis
Read full article: ‘We need some flexibility’: Youth-serving nonprofit CEO says more support needed in foster care capacity crisisA state-wide non-profit dedicated to helping child and youth serving organizations believes a start to improving the foster care system is understanding the challenges that cause community-based care programs to close down.
‘You are not alone. We’re here to help you.’: San Antonio organization providing resources to more veterans amid pandemic
Read full article: ‘You are not alone. We’re here to help you.’: San Antonio organization providing resources to more veterans amid pandemicThanks to additional funding through the CARES Act, the organization was able to pull veterans from shelters and place them in housing.
State representative voices concerns for House bill that would make homeless encampments in public illegal
Read full article: State representative voices concerns for House bill that would make homeless encampments in public illegalA state representative is voicing her concerns after the Texas House passed a bill that would make it illegal for those experiencing homelessness to camp in public areas.
San Antonio child advocate, pediatrician shed light on long-term affects of child abuse after girl found severely emaciated
Read full article: San Antonio child advocate, pediatrician shed light on long-term affects of child abuse after girl found severely emaciatedSAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio child advocacy group is stressing the importance of child abuse awareness after police saved a severely emaciated 9-year-old girl from a couple this past week. “My 5-year-old son, who was premature and is small for his age, is 35 pounds -- not a 9-year-old girl,” Anderson said. “A 9-year-old girl should not be 35 pounds.”Dr. Mandie Svatek, a pediatrician with UT Health San Antonio, agrees. San Antonio police said Lakendra Williams, the girl’s mother, called 911 and told dispatchers that the child had passed out and was cold to the touch. Child Abuse CasesIf you or someone you know is dealing with child abuse, follow the links below for resources:REPORT CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT TO THE STATE BY CLICKING HERE.
Nonprofit helps troubled teens find resources during the pandemic
Read full article: Nonprofit helps troubled teens find resources during the pandemic“We want to be there to help kids. Falcon is now raising awareness about the importance of having many resources out there to help troubled teens like her son. “They are frustrated and asking for timeouts at our center,” Strentzsch said. “With anxiety and depression, the numbers are astronomical, through the roof, since the pandemic,” Strentzsch said. “Like getting into gangs or with other dynamics that are not healthy that are impacting our kids and families,” Strentzsch said.
How to best prepare for hurricanes: Quiz on do’s, don’ts that can save your life, possessions
Read full article: How to best prepare for hurricanes: Quiz on do’s, don’ts that can save your life, possessionsTo help prepare for the start of hurricane season, take this quiz on how to best prepare, should a hurricane draw near.
10 fun, educational websites your kids will love to visit while stuck at home
Read full article: 10 fun, educational websites your kids will love to visit while stuck at homeNat Geo for KidsSite address: www.kids.nationalgeographic.comWhat it does: Kids learn about geography and fascinating animals. Into the BookSite address: www.reading.ecb.orgWhat it does: Through playing games, kids can practice reading strategies. SuessvilleSite address: www.seussville.comWhat it does: Allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading. PBS KidsSite address: www.pbs.orgWhat it does: Kids can learn while hanging out with their favorite PBS characters. Highlights KidsSite address: www.highlightskids.comWhat it does: Allows kids to read, play games, learn random facts and do activities such as crafts and recipes.