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The Importance of Acknowledging Minority Mental Health

Minority Mental Health Month is recognized to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States. According to McLean…

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Upcoming Webinar: Improving Your Results in Kin-Finding and Placement

WHEN: September 12, 2023 TIME: 2 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. EST Join Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network (GKSN) for a preview and initial roll-out of the Kin-Finding Toolkit, featuring promising…

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Important Sun Screen Tips for All Shades

Sunscreen is an important part of protecting yourself against harmful sun rays. When used as directed, sunscreen is proven to: Decrease your risk of skin cancers and skin precancers. Regular daily…

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What You Should Know About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a new law that requires covered employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” to a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions unless the accommodation will…

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What’s Up Cuz Podcast Episode: A Look At Fatherhood

Welcome to a special Father’s Day episode of the What’s Up Cuz? podcast. Your hosts, Dr. David Brock and Dr. Sharon McDaniel seek to explore important and complex topics related…

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What’s Up Cuz Podcast Episode: Boundaries

Welcome to another episode of What’s Up Cuz? where we delve into the complexities of life, relationships, community, and family dynamics. Your host, Dr. Sharon McDaniel, and co-host, Dr. David…

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Informal Grandfamilies/Kinship Support Resource Services Available!

UPDATE: We are excited to announce that in partnership with Allegheny County DHS/ Office of Area Agency on Aging, we are launching our Informal Grandfamilies/ Kinship Caregiver Support Services.  Through…

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How to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

It is completely possible to prevent child abuse and neglect! Child abuse and neglect are dire problems that have longterm impacts on the health, opportunity and well-being of children. All…

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Financial Literacy Tips to Keep in Mind

In honor of Financial Literacy Month, please view these 10 tips provided by Great Lakes Investment Management. Tip #1: Set up autopay for recurring bills Stop wasting your hard-earned money…

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Important Information About Youth HIV & Aids Awareness

Almost half of young people (aged 13-24) with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are unaware of their diagnosis. For those who test negative, testing services can connect them to HIV prevention…

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