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This December 8th, join LifeWays for a Youth Mental Health training in Jackson. This training is free to residents of Jackson and Hillsdale county. If you work with young people, are a health and human services worker, or if you are parents and would like to know how to help adolescents (ages 12-18) who are experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or are in crisis, this course is for you.
The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Upon graduation from the course you will be provided with a certificate and become a Youth Mental Health First Aider.
To sign up, visit:
https://bit.ly/3AWYEhE
Youth Mental Health First Aiders are… parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens. They’re people in recovery, and those supporting a loved one. They’re First Ladies and Mayors. Youth Mental Health First Aiders are anyone who wants to make their world healthier, happier and safer for youth in their communities.
We hope to see you there! Sign up today for this free course.
We can accomplish amazing things as a society when we set bold goals. Share this image to join the call for an end to hunger and homelessness.
Join the movement to end hunger and homelessness! Find a way this week to help those in need.
International Day of Tolerance on November 16, 2022 is a great opportunity for you to think back and recall the last time you had a different perspective than one of your friends? When’s the last time you’ve had to learn something about someone else’s culture? We’re betting it wasn’t that long ago.
HISTORY OF INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR TOLERANCE
It was started by the UN General Assembly, with the goal of getting educational institutions and the general public to see tolerance as a staple of society. And it came after the United Nations declared a Year for Tolerance in 1995.
In 1995, UNESCO created the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance as a way to define and provide awareness of tolerance for any and all governing and participating bodies. That day in 1995 was November 16. Now, as an anniversary of that Declaration, we celebrate the International Day for Tolerance every November 16 to help spread tolerance and raise awareness of any intolerance that may still be prevalent in the world today. Although we should be tolerant every day, it’s always good to have one occasion to remind us just how important tolerance is.
Additionally, UNESCO created an award to recognize those with great achievements in promoting the spirit of tolerance or non-violence in fields such as science, culture, and the arts. The UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize and the UNESCO International Day for Tolerance both recognize that tolerance is a universal human right.
Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week is recognized on November 12-20, 2022. No one should have to worry about whether they will have food on their plate or a roof over their head. But the reality is that hunger and homelessness are widespread problems that affect far too many people.
Many Americans are living on the edge, forced to choose between basic necessities like purchasing food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.
37.2 million
Americans live below the poverty level
580,000
Americans are homeless on a typical night
44 million
Americans are at risk of suffering from hunger
1 in 6
children in the U.S. live in poverty
HOW TO OBSERVE
Volunteer.
Donate.
Organize.
All or any of these actions can help make a difference in a life. Spread the word about hunger and homelessness and how to help. Find out who and what your local organizations are. Use to share on social media.
This week, find a way to help one person in need.
Jackson police officers are helping local families get a turkey on the table this Thanksgiving! The Jackson Police Department’s first ever Turkey Drive-Thru event is happening Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Commonwealth Commerce Center.
No prior sign up is necessary and the turkeys are free. Jackson officers will be there to distribute the turkeys to local families.
Learn more here:
https://bit.ly/3UKYMsE
Today is !
WHY WE LOVE TO CELEBRATE WORLD KINDNESS DAY
1. The act of practicing kindness, teaches us to be kind.
2. We get caught up in our lives and forget to take a moment to think about others in need. Doing something good for others can be good for us too.
3. Celebrating World Kindness Day reminds us that we aren’t alone and that others are kind and care for us. It's also a time to highlight the goodness that takes place every day.
4. World Kindness Day is the time to get creative with your ideas. Find unique ways to show kindness and express empathy.
Michigan has one of the largest veteran populations in the country, ranked 11th in 2020 with over 567,000 veterans. Unfortunately, those who have served are at risk for their mental health, trauma, and suicidal thoughts.
All are welcome to come join us at the Albert Schiffer VFW Post 2335 for a Su***de Awareness Conversation on November 19, 2022, at 11 AM.
Address: 1050 W. Main St. Mecosta, MI 49332
VetLife is donating Christmas gifts to veteran & military families with children who can’t afford gifts. Contact: Joshua Parish
[email protected]
VCAT-9 is donating Thanksgiving Turkeys to Families in need in Jackson County. Contact: Eric Fretz
[email protected] if a family would like one.
Americans across the country will be celebrating Veterans Day on Friday, November 11, 2022. This annual federal holiday is set aside as a time for honoring ALL veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to all veterans for your service!
Places providing free meals to veterans:
Finish Line Family Restaurant in Hillsdale
Bone Island Grill in Vandercook Lake
Applebee's
Sharon's House of Pancakes in Hillsdale - Free Breakfast
Know of any more places serving veterans? Comment below!
KINDNESS CAN BE THE NORM.
Check out the following RandomActsofKindness.org video inviting you to help kindness become the norm in your home, school or workplace. Pass it on!
Happy World Quality Day! The Quality Management team at LifeWays provides efficient processes, systems, and outcomes for those we serve and our organization!