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August 10, 2020 With Back to School season approaching, parents are facing a new and stressful question amidst the COVID-19 pandemic – is it safe to send my child to school? As our local community leaders, public health experts, and educators come together to decide how we reopen schools, you may feel uncertain on what…

October 22, 2020 Children’s Advantage has been providing quality behavioral healthcare services to children, adolescents and families since 1975. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward with healthy minds and happy hearts. We here at Children’s Advantage want you the community to know that we…

October 13th, 2020 Breast cancer affects over 250,000 women annually and 42,000 women lose their lives to the disease. Every year, breast cancer charities use the month of October to educate women on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month is not just about wearing pink,…

October 2, 2020 According to a survey from dosomething.org, 37% of young people between the ages of 12-17 experienced online bullying.  Cyberbullying continues to grow with technology. Cyberbullying can occur through texting, apps, online social media, forums, or gaming.  Raising awareness on the concerns and warning signs of cyberbullying can better equip parents in protecting…

September 10, 2020 We would all like to believe that suicide isn’t a concern for our family. However, suicide is the leading cause of death among school-age youth. Parents especially need to stay informed as they are key in picking up on suicidal signs. There is no single cause of suicide. Mental illness, loss, stress,…

September 10th, 2020 Health is always important. However, as we grow older, it becomes even more important to develop healthy habits to keep our physical, mental, social and financial health in good shape. Many of us, as we grow older, tend to focus on the health and well-being of others, such as our children, grandchildren or even…

September 1, 2020 Children’s Advantage’s Early Mental Health Consultation program offers consultation to early education and child care centers. They provide guidance and support to promote healthy socio-emotional development to prevent challenging behavior.  During COVID-19, they lead a mission to provide care kits to each childcare center to assist them with re-opening safely and supporting…

August 28, 2020 As we go back to school, you may wonder what support systems your child has access to in school? Many schools have case managers on staff to support students who need assistance in a variety of ways.  School Case Managers are available to facilitate student achievement, improve behavior, and help them develop…