Monthly Archives: May 2012

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Heath Awareness Month It has been on my calendar every year because mental illness impacts so many people we serve in the community. I have participated annually in the NAMI walk, supported suicide prevention activities, and interviewed staff … Continue reading

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Camp Possible

With summer quickly upon us, families are considering summer options for their kids. In the “old days”, we had swimming, canoeing, campfires, archery, s’mores, and fun camp counselors who let us play in the river. Anyone remember Jarts? They really hurt … Continue reading

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Don’t Get Me Started…

“Don’t Get Me Started…” Those words can strike fear in the hearts of those who know me.  You never know what will get me on my soapbox.  But in this case, the words are the slogan for an important publicity … Continue reading

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A Caring Mother is a Loving Mother

Mothers wear many hats- from a cook and housekeeper to a coach and disciplinarian. Some mothers even have to wear the hats of a father, and vice-versa. Growing up, I was fortunate enough to have a mother who was able … Continue reading

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Hiring Ex-Offenders: Rewarding the Risk

Benefits to the Employer Because of a person’s criminal record, a great number of employers are reluctant to hire exoffenders.  Approximately 25% of the adult population have a criminal record with a high number of those convictions being non-violent, such … Continue reading

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