Cayuga Counseling Services

12/17/2025

🎁 Spread Kindness This Holiday Season 🎁

The holidays are a wonderful time to give—not just gifts, but your time, support, and compassion. Helping others can lift spirits, build connections, and even boost your own well-being. Here are some meaningful ways to make a difference:

💛 Volunteer Your Time – Help at a local shelter, food pantry, or community event.

🛒 Donate Essentials – Share coats, blankets, or non-perishable food with families in need.

📬 Send a Kind Note – A simple card or letter can brighten someone’s day.

👥 Include Others – Invite neighbors or friends who might be alone to celebrate with you.

💌 Random Acts of Kindness – Pay for someone’s coffee, offer a compliment, or help a stranger in need.

Even small actions can create big ripples of joy and connection. This season, let’s make kindness contagious! ✨

If you or someone you know is in need of help or support please contact Cayuga Counseling Services at 315-253-9795.

12/13/2025

💙 National Grief Awareness Month 💙

November is National Grief Awareness Month—a time to honor those we’ve lost, acknowledge the many forms grief can take, and support those who are navigating life after loss.
Grief looks different for everyone, and there is no “right” way to experience it. What matters most is giving yourself compassion and space to heal.

If you or someone you know is dealing with mental health or experiencing grief please call Cayuga Counseling Services at 315-253-9795

12/12/2025

💙 The holidays can be tough for children and teens navigating big emotions. A little patience, structure, and understanding can make all the difference. Let’s show them they’re supported, seen, and never alone. ✨

If you or someone you know needs or wants mental health services please call Cayuga Counseling Services at 315-253-9795.

12/11/2025

🌍 December is Universal Human Rights Month — a reminder that dignity, equality, and freedom belong to everyone. Let’s stand together, speak up for justice, and protect the rights of all people. 💙

12/08/2025

💛 National Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month

As the days get shorter and colder, many people experience changes in mood, energy, and motivation. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than just the “winter blues”—it’s a form of depression that deserves understanding and support.

✨ Know the signs:
• Low energy or fatigue
• Persistent sadness
• Sleep changes
• Loss of interest in activities
• Difficulty concentrating
• Increased cravings or appetite changes

✨ Ways to support yourself or others:
• Get natural light when possible
• Stay connected with loved ones
• Maintain a routine
• Consider light therapy or talking with a mental health professional
• Be gentle with yourself — your feelings are valid

If you or someone you know is in need of mental health services please call Cayuga Counseling Services at 315-253-9795.

You’re not alone. Help is available, and brighter days are ahead. 💛

12/06/2025

🧘‍♀️ Mindfulness Activities for Families 🧘‍♂️
The holiday season can get busy—so taking a few mindful moments together can bring everyone back to calm, connection, and joy. Try these simple activities as a family:

✨ Family Breathing Break
Sit together and take 5 slow breaths. Count them out loud to keep everyone in sync.

🌿 Nature Noticing Walk
Take a short walk and have each person name one thing they can see, hear, and smell.

🎨 Mindful Coloring Time
Turn on soft music and color together. Let the colors and shapes guide the moment.

💛 Gratitude Sharing
Go around and share one thing you’re thankful for today—no matter how small.

🕯️ Calm-Down Corner
Create a cozy space with pillows, books, or fidget items where anyone can take a mindful pause.

Mindfulness doesn’t have to be complicated—just intentional moments to reconnect with yourself and each other. 💫

12/05/2025

💙 The holidays can be joyful — but they can also be overwhelming. Remember to slow down, set healthy boundaries, and take care of your mental well-being. You deserve peace this season. ✨

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health please call Cayuga Counseling Services at 315-253-9795 to hear about and start our services.

12/03/2025

❄️ Winter Safety Tips ❄️

As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, it’s important to stay prepared and protect yourself, your family, and your home. Here are some simple ways to stay safe this season:

• Dress in layers: Wear warm clothing, including hats, gloves, and waterproof boots.
• Walk carefully: Ice can be hard to spot—take slow, steady steps to avoid slips and falls.
• Prepare your car: Keep your gas tank at least half full, carry an emergency kit, and allow extra time for travel.
• Heat safely: Never leave space heaters unattended and keep them away from anything flammable.
• Stay informed: Watch weather updates and advisories to prepare for storms or extreme cold.
• Check on others: Look out for older adults, neighbors, and loved ones during severe weather.

Stay warm, stay safe, and take care this winter season! ❄️💙

12/03/2025

🌍 International Day of Persons with Disabilities 🌟

Today, we honor the strength, creativity, and resilience of people with disabilities around the world. This day is a reminder that inclusion isn’t just a value — it’s an action.

✨ Let’s commit to:
• Championing accessibility in our communities
• Listening to and uplifting disabled voices
• Promoting equal opportunities for education, employment, and healthcare
• Challenging stigma through awareness and empathy

Every person deserves to participate fully and confidently in society. Together, we can build a world where everyone belongs.

💜

12/02/2025

📢 Kids Club Update

Due to the severe weather expected today, Kids Club is cancelled.

Our top priority is keeping everyone safe, and we want to ensure families have time to plan accordingly.

We’ll be back next week with fun activities and smiles ready to go!
Stay safe and warm!

11/21/2025

🛼🥳 What a Rollin' Success! 🥳🛼

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who came out to our Kids Club: Roller Skating Party on Tuesday! The evening was filled with so much laughter, great moves, great music, and unforgettable memories. We truly appreciate you taking the time to have fun with us. Seeing the kids out on the floor, having a blast, meant the world to us. We hope everyone had as much fun as we did!

11/21/2025