Long Island Families Together

04/27/2026

https://www.everydayhealth.com/mental-health/spring-cleaning-routine-for-better-mental-health/?slot=0&xid=nl_EHNLemohealth_2026-04-23_45351386&utm_source=Newsletters&nl_key=nl_mentalhealth_mooddisorders&utm_medium=email&utm_content=2026-04-23_blast_45351386&utm_campaign=Mental_Health_and_Mood_Disorders&utm_term=creativeA&lctg=65b2680e852fb84b8f096327&zdee=gAAAAABlsmgOBIAmDTnkjNXcmzfB4eXDBb9hAoJdoLj_PfnEE-19DvYYhdNazNW5YgoCGfvv7hbkC6D913Wm-qPqb7rNIS-Poldm26HHxQ-wOzcrHtOvOOM%3D
1. Ditch a Negative Thought Pattern
2. Set a Healthy Work-Life Boundary
3. Make Mindfulness Part of Your Morning Routine
4. Let Go of a Grudge
5. Audit Your Information Diet
6. Tidy Up Your Home
7. Strengthen Your Support Network

Refresh your mental health this spring with 7 expert-backed steps to reduce stress, let go of negativity, and boost emotional well-being.

04/25/2026

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
➡️ Click here to register NOW and secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/KidEdPower

🍎📚 ✨ Becoming an Effective Advocate for Your Child's Education ✨🍎📚

We know that advocating can be challenging, but it's essential! Many parents, guardians, and grandparents face hurdles getting their child’s educational needs met. Join us to learn the practical skills and strategies necessary to communicate effectively and champion your child's rights. 🗣️🌟

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
➡️ Click here to register NOW and secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/KidEdPower

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04/21/2026

Test anxiety is real—and parents can help. 💛

A child psychologist shares 5 simple tips:
• Watch for signs of unhealthy stress (constant worry, mood changes, shutting down about school).
• Normalize mild anxiety—it often means kids care and want to do well.
• Focus on preparation, not pressure. Practice timed tests at home to build confidence.
• Support healthy habits like sleep, exercise, nutrition, and teach quick calming techniques for test moments.
• Celebrate effort after the test, not just results.

If stress starts affecting sleep, eating, or joy in everyday activities, it may be time to seek support from a mental health professional.

Test anxiety can hurt your child's academic performance and, if left unchecked, their future success and well-being, says clinical psychologist Tram Huynh.

04/19/2026

The 6th annual Suffolk County Youth Week is right around the corner! Youth Week 2026 will take place May 10th - May 16th. If you know a young person in need of employment, the annual Youth Week Job Fair, featuring over 50 local employers offering full time, part time and seasonal positions, internships, and pre-apprenticeship programs, will be held on Wednesday, May 13th from 5pm-8pm at IBEW Local 25 in Hauppauge. No registration required.

04/18/2026

Virtual Job Fair - Careers that help people feel emotionally better don’t just change lives… they strengthen families, communities, and the future of our state. Consider a path where your work makes a real difference. Because in New York, helping people is powerful work.

Join us for a Statewide Virtual Job Fair on Thursday, April 30, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM or 6:00 PM–8:00 PM.

This event is a great opportunity for individuals looking to grow within the peer support workforce. Connect with organizations across New York State that are actively hiring, explore job opportunities, and build meaningful professional connections—all from the comfort of your home.

Whether you’re just starting out or expanding your career, this space is designed to support your next step.

Register and learn more: https://conta.cc/3POsNdE

04/18/2026

Free & virtual educational opportunities for all New Yorkers

Join us for “It Starts Early: The Stress Our Kids Carry and How We Can Support Them” on April 27 from 10:00–11:30 AM.

This strength-based conversation will focus on how early experiences shape how young people act, feel, and connect. We’ll explore and share practical tools to support resilience and healing.

Open to parents, caregivers, and professionals.

Register: https://conta.cc/4tuQMwN

04/08/2026

Join us for “It Starts Early: The Stress Our Kids Carry and How We Can Support Them” on April 27 from 10:00–11:30 AM.

This strength-based conversation will focus on how early experiences shape how young people act, feel, and connect. We’ll explore and share practical tools to support resilience and healing.

Open to parents, caregivers, and professionals.

Register: https://conta.cc/4tuQMwN

04/03/2026

https://www.mother.ly/life/autism-discrimination-in-schools/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us
My son was denied access at school—now the system that protects him is being gutted - Article by Motherly

03/31/2026

https://www.liherald.com/stories/why-i-sued-the-state-over-youth-mental-health,221311?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ4ziVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe5OifTEOuwZtAwloupQHCC3gCLRnjWYACgnFlGV3s71DDJI_bAgEN3RQDGxc_aem_aYkKxDr6uJECjoo6FW4Ing If we want healthier communities, safer schools, and a future where young people can actually thrive, we can’t keep looking away. We need timely, meaningful interventions. We need a public mental health system that responds before a crisis, not after.

Every child on Long Island and across the state deserves timely mental health care in their home and community. The settlement made clear that New York falls short. Now our lawmakers must make the investment necessary to turn that legal victory into real change for families like mine.

03/10/2026

New podcast explores employee wellness, workplace mental health, and belonging strategies for leaders and organizations