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Suicide Prevention for Parents: Know the Signs
Published in Newsday, September 12, 2022, Guest Essay By Kathy Rivera I’ve been a social worker my entire adult life. I grew up in a household and a culture where talking about mental health was not allowed and mental wellbeing was not acknowledged or supported. The...
Love Your Library
Long Islanders are very lucky to have one of the best public library systems in the country. In Nassau County alone, there are 54 libraries! When you think of libraries, likely the first thing that comes to mind is (you guessed it) books—and being able to peruse...
School Bus Safety Tips
Here’s a great article on school bus safety, courtesy of safekids.org. Riding the school bus for the first time is a big step for your child. Help your kids get a gold star in school bus safety by following these tips. The Hard Facts about School Bus Safety School...
Ask the Guidance Center Experts
Kindergarten Preparation, Published in Blank Slate Media, August 15, 2022 In this monthly column, therapists from North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center answer your questions on issues related to parenting, mental health and children’s well-being. To submit a...
Volunteer at our Children’s Center at Family Court!
Earlier this summer, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center was excited to announce that our Children’s Center at Nassau County Family Court had reopened after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. During that time, almost all court business was conducted...
Guidance Center’s Innovative Program for Latina Teens
By Erika Perez-Tobon, Published in Anton Media Newspapers One of North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center’s signature programs is the Latina Girls Project, which was created in response to the alarming rates of depression, school refusal, self-harm, suicidal...
Self-Care Strategies for Happier, Healthier Kids
By Colleen Stewart, Guest Blogger A child's success throughout life can depend on the level of emotional support from parents and caregivers. These suggestions promote positive self-care behaviors that last a lifetime. Foster Open Communication A weekly family meeting...
Supporting the Mental Health of BIPOC Youth
By Alex Levitt As Reported in Insight into Diversity, “This July marks the 14th annual observance of BIPOC Mental Health Month, previously known as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. The observance comes at a critical time as concerns regarding...