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"Save the Date"
May 25, 2011
for a workshop focusing on
The Impact of Sensory & Nutrition on Young Children's Behavior
Presenter: Debra Dickson, RPT
Place: Three River's Community College
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Audience: Families, Early Childhood Education Professionals, Providers, & Community
Sponsored by: Building Blocks, Sensations Charitable Foundation, FLAC, Youth Empowerment Group....
To Register: www.learn.k12.ct.us
Contact: Heidi Maderia (860) 434-4800 x151 or hmaderia@learn.k12.ct.us
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The Month of MAY is:
"MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH"
Research shows that more traumatic experiences in childhood results in increased risk for serious health problems in adulthood. Learn more about childhood trauma's impact on health risks in adulthood, and pass it on to observe National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day!
Click here for more details
"UPCOMING EVENTS"
Click here for May Calendar of Events
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UPCOMING SEMHSOC MEETING TOPICS
SEMHSOC Meetings held 3rd Thursday of the month
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April 21, 2011 - Joshua Center, 20 Maple Ave., Uncasville, CT from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
May 19, 2011 - LEARN, 44 Hatchetts Hill Rd., Old Lyme, CT from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Quote of the Month
The grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, something to love, and something to hope for
- Allan K. Chalmers
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Why Does Mental Health Matter?
Mental
health is a vital component of our overall health
and well-being. Everything we do to promote good mental
health in ourselves and our children contributes to a more
healthy, balanced, productive, happy life. Healthy social
and emotional development means that a child or youth can
identify, regulate and express emotion, form close and secure
relationships, and explore their environment and learn.
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What
is a System of Care?
A
system of care is not a program - it is a philosophy of how
care should be provided to children and youth. It is an approach
to the provision of services that acknowledges the importance
of family and other caregivers, school and community, and
seeks to promote the full potential of every child and youth
by addressing their physical, social, emotional, intellectual,
cultural, and linguistic needs. |
Systems of Care Core Principles:
~ Family Driven
~ Child-Centered
~ Youth Guided
~ Culturally and Linguistically Competent
~ Community Based
~ Strength Based
~ Uses Evidence Based and
Best Practice Models
~ Multi Agency Collaboration
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| Caring
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Our
Community Calendar |
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Not
all children grow from infancy through their young adult years
without experiencing bumps along the way. While every child
is unique, sometimes they encounter difficulties with feelings
or behaviors that disrupt their lives. It is often difficult
for parents or caregivers to tell the difference between normal
developmental stages, which are temporarily disruptive, and
more serious emotional disturbances.
Research
confirms that getting help in the early stages of a mental
health problem can prevent the problem from getting worse.
There are indicators that can be seen at any time in the development
of a mental health challenge. This website provide parents,
caregivers, providers and others with age-specific information
necessary to help children grow and develop in a positive
manner. |
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Visit
our Community Calendar to
learn more about what is
happening in the region. |
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