“We came in knowing this might possible be the hardest thing we ever do in our lives, and we might hate our lives for a while, but we’re going to do it, because this is something we feel is really important. We want to do something that benefits society, that […]
What is resilience? Resilience is the ability to “bounce back” after a setback, to cope or recover. You’ll often hear that kids are resilient, that they are better equipped than adults to bounce back after difficulties. But, did you know that resilience is a skill that can be learned? Helping […]
Did you know that preparing your family for an emergency is a component of child abuse prevention? It’s important for families, especially children, to be prepared for a disaster, including fire, earthquake, flood, or tornado, and or even something as simple as a power outage. Involving kids in planning can […]
April 5, 2017 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time when child advocates, agencies, and communities come together to share ways to prevent child abuse and keep kids safe. This week, we’re focusing on how building up strong communities can help to prevent child abuse. Children’s Bureau, within the […]
