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Following is the donor profile from our August 2018 Guidelines newsletter, highlighting our devoted supporter and past board president Rochelle Lipton, who passed away earlier this month.  Nearly four decades ago, Rochelle Lipton went to a presentation and book...

Tis the season of gift-giving, and though many things have changed because of the pandemic, kids are as excited as ever about receiving a bounty of toys!  For parents whose children may have special needs, the good news is that there are many toys that are...

Olivia’s first visit to the E.R. for self-harm and suicidal thoughts came last fall, when she was just 14 years old. But instead of admitting her, the hospital referred her to North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center.  We saw her the very next day — an...

The period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is described by the National Association of Drug Court Professionals as “one of the deadliest and most dangerous times on America’s roadways due to an increase in impaired driving,” which is why December has been...

Thanksgiving is just days away, which means Christmas, Hannukah and other celebrations are not far behind!  The calendar at this time of year is typically loaded with gatherings of friends and family, where we get a chance to express our gratitude to those we...

When a child breaks a leg or has acute stomach pain, you know where to go: the emergency room at your local hospital. But if your child is severely depressed or anxious and is talking about self-harm or suicide, where can you turn?  For the most part, trying to...

Tomorrow is Veteran’s Day, when we honor all the brave men and women who have served our country. In addition, all of November is Military Family Appreciation Month, when families are recognized for their commitment and contributions in support of our military...