Meeting Updates All are welcome. Please join us, and please share with colleagues and community members. November 13 Partners Meeting Thanks to everyone who participated in our September and October Listening Sessions. At our November meeting we'll identify the action steps needed to move forward on our priorities.
2019-2020 Meeting Dates - Second Wednesday of the Month September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 11, April 8, May 13 3:00- 4:15 p.m. Hennepin County Library, Plymouth, Plymouth Room.
Community Updates and Resources The following information is shared from the many partners in our community. If you have something you'd like to share, please contact catherine@partnersforhealthykids.org. Deadline for submission is the second Wednesday of every month, end of day. Thanks! October is Bullying Prevention Month October 23 is Unity Day. Wear and share orange to show that we are together against
MyHealth Clinic for Teens and Young Adults - Ages 12-26 MyHealth Mental Health Counseling Services Flyer
Hennepin County Library, Plymouth Family Days Flyer - October 24, 1:30-2:45 Early Learning and Story Times - Plymouth and Wayzata Locations
Relate Counseling Fall 2019 Therapy Groups Flyer
Unstable Housing/Homeless Resources: MoveFWD Resources for teens and families experiencing unstable housing
Youth Services Network Helping youth find shelter and services Mobile app available from Apple and Google Play.
LGBTQ Resources Elementary and Middle School Age Resource - Little Tigers
Outfront Resource List for Youth Organizations
Minnesota Trans Gender Health Coalition - Support Groups
Domestic Violence - Sexual Violence Support and Resources: Western Suburbs: Sojourner Crisis Shelter
Minneapolis Area: Harriet Tubman Centers
24 Hour Support Line: Sexual Violence Center: 612-871-5111 or 952-448-5425
Substance Abuse Prevention Community Coalition partnering to prevent youth substance abuse and promote mental health awareness.
State Level Information- Opportunities: There are several open appointments for State-level advisory committees/commissions/task forces that may be of interest:
Call to Action from the Minnesota Department of Health Maternal and Child Health Task Force: How can you help?
ACEs: Trauma Informed & Behavior Management As we move toward becoming a more trauma sensitive community we share current research and community conversations so we all stay informed and involved. October 11, 2019: Dr. Nadine Burke Harris has an ambitious dream: screen every student for childhood trauma before entering school.
Nadine Burke Harris's TED Talk on childhood trauma.
The Rollins Center for Language & Literacy, Atlanta Speech School 's Every Opportunity video illustrates how to give every child the opportunity to find their voice.
Additional Resources Parent Catalyst Leadership Group (PCLG) is a group of parents and caregivers of children with diagnosed mental health conditions in Hennepin County.
Plymouth Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Ready to help military families. Everyone gets stressed. Change to Chill is here to help you figure out what stress is, what causes it and how you can manage it. This is a great website for educators, professionals, and families to help our youth learn resilience. Resources Free resources for parents, educators and adults to positively impact the mental health of someone they care about. Learn More
Dear Readers, Happy Pumpkin Season! Our September and October meetings were lively, collaborative, and informative as we discussed unmet needs in our community. Thanks to everyone who participated in person, via the survey, and via e-mail. We are deeply grateful for the passion and commitment of our collaborative partners.
Please join us on November 13 as we follow up our thoughtful conversations with action steps for the year.
Thanks for all you do supporting our kids! See you soon - Warmly, Catherine Christiansen Coordinator, Partners for Healthy Kids Personal Pronouns: She/Her/Hers catherine@partnersforhealthykids.org
Visit partnersforhealthykids.org for more information.
Serving kids and families in Wayzata Public Schools. We bring together leaders from the education, healthcare, business, non-profit, religious, and civic sectors to support the health and well-being of Wayzata Public Schools' kids and their families. Visit partnersforhealthykids.org for more information.
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