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News & UpdatesFall ’18 Newsletter: A habit of giving keeps up strong
The haze of a long, smoky summer is finally lifted. The kids are back in school and with that, many of us are feeling a return to routine. If summer is a time of exploration, fall and winter are a chance to settle in. It’s a good time to examine the habits we want to...
Champions in the Spotlight: Meet Leann Dodge
What moved you to take action and support Children’s Center? It started when we met Matthew Butte. I was impressed with his humble approach as part of the Center’s leadership. Then, learning what they’re doing every day with kids and in the school system really...
Spring ‘18 Newsletter: Everyone Can Do Something
The world collectively marveled as athletes participating in the recent winter Olympics in Pyeongchang tested the limits of human ability. Every day at Children’s Center we marvel at the power of human ability in other ways. We’re inspired by our dedicated therapists...
How Can We Help an Anxious or Restless Child Focus on Therapy? Go Outside!
Maxine McClaskey Therapy Garden Proves Useful Tool for Treatment John Muir was on to something when he mused, “Everybody needs beauty as well as bread; places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul.” Recently, an 11-year-old...
New campaign offers help to start tough conversations about mental health
Let’s face it: mental health can be tough to talk about, even for those of us committed to the cause. That’s the idea behind a new “Seize the Awkward” campaign from the JED Foundation and AFSP which offers refreshingly practical tips for starting conversations about...
Your Impact in Letters: Lives touched, spirits lifted during the season of giving
Therapists Recount Stories of Thanks From Families who Received Toy Drive Donations Whenever you dig deep and give big, our therapists hear about it. Clients often express thanks and celebrate the positive impact your generosity has on their lives. Here are some of...
Thank You: End-of-year giving
Your generous response to our end of year appeal has helped us start 2018 strong. Your donations are already at work bringing hope and treatment to vulnerable children. Help us keep this momentum going throughout the year and show your support for the Children's...
Fall Newsletter Summary
Fall Newsletter: Bringing Hope to Our Community If your news feed leaves you looking for hope that cooperation and compassion are alive and well, search no further than the Children’s Center community. The stories shared here on our website, and in our (newly...
Kids Helping Kids: Meet the Minors Who Raised Over $3,000 for the Toy Drive
Annual Toy Drive Gets a Big Boost From Local Youth with Creative Ideas For Fundraising The holidays were brightened for many Children’s Center clients and their families, thanks to the efforts of a few area youth who found creative ways to make a difference. They may...
More Kids Gain Access to Mental Health Services Through Two New Programs
Children’s Center therapists placed at Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Washington and Clark Country Domestic Violence Prosecution Center. Major strides have been made toward our strategic priority of providing access to mental health services for at-risk children and...
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