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SAL Community Services' President & CEO, Marcy Mendenhall, shared about the Illinois Department of Early Childhood Act (IL HB5451) which would consolidate Illinois early childhood services into a single state agency as a means to enhance coordination, efficiency, and effectiveness. Learn more about the importance of this new state level alignment and the impact it will have on local families as we strive to create equitable access to child care in our region. https://lnkd.in/gjVjmHCv

"MSP’s vision is 'healthy people, healthy relationships, and healthy communities.' One of the ways we work to embody this vision is through community engagement and partnerships." Learn how the MSP community gave back this semester in this week's blog.

Yesterday, we were in Parliament to meet with the Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing, David Johnston OBE MP. Top of the agenda were the Government's plans for reforming children's social care and our proposals for ensuring more children can live safely and thrive in their families with proper support. We had a lot to cover, including: ☎️ The importance of early specialist advice for families so they can understand what is happening and their rights, options and responsibilities 👨👨👧👦 How family group conferences galvanise the strengths of families to make a safe plan for children and avert them from the care system 💜 Why the national kinship care strategy needs to be ambitious to make a real impact on kinship families across the country 🧑🤝🧑How investment in our Lifelong Links approach is transforming the lives of children and young people in care and care leavers, by making sure they have a support network around them ⚖️ The urgent need for legal aid reform for families when their children are deprived of their liberty, often isolated far from home 📸L to R: Jordan Hall, Minister Johnston, Caroline Lynch, Cathy Ashley, Pam Ledward

At the Educational Summit on Sept 30th Www.able-education.org LifePath, Inc. will be discussing Housing for special needs adults. Housing is of paramount importance as it directly affects their quality of life, independence, and well-being. Providing suitable housing options for individuals with special needs addresses a range of critical needs and benefits both the individuals and society. The further benefits include: Independence and Autonomy: Improved Quality of Life: Community Integration: Access to Support Services: Continuity of Care: Prevention of Homelessness: Family Peace of Mind: Choice and Dignity: Cost-Effective Care: Reduced Caregiver Burden: In conclusion, housing for special needs adults is essential for ensuring their well-being, autonomy, and inclusion in society. It provides a foundation for personal growth, social integration, and improved quality of life, while also alleviating the caregiving burden on families and promoting cost-effective care models. Society benefits when individuals with special needs are given the opportunity to live fulfilling lives in appropriate housing arrangements.

Cheers to the 22 regional orgs that come together to grow financial empowerment in south central Indiana as part of the Financial Stability Alliance! Together we impacted more than 25,000 people on their path to becoming more financially stable. #FinancialEmpowerment #FSA #FinancialStabilityAlliance #povertytopossibility #givetoday #community #southcentralindiana #hoosiers #united #UnitedWay Apprisen , Bloomington Housing Authority , Bloomington Township Trustee , GOODWILL FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN INDIANA INC , The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce , Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County , HAND: City of Bloomington, Heading Home of South Central Indiana, Indiana Legal Services, Inc. , Indiana University Office of Financial Wellness & Education , Ivy Tech Community College , MCCSC Adult Education - Broadview Learning Center , Middle Way House , Monroe County United Ministries, Inc. , New Hope For Families , IU HEALTH COMMUNITY HEALTH Nurse Family Partnership, Positive Link, Purdue Extension , The Salvation Army - Bloomington, @insccap & Thriving Connections, United Way of South Central Indiana , Work One

"This year, CSI prioritized championing charter voices by ensuring active engagement in various committees, working groups, and task forces. In fact, nearly a quarter of CSI staff represented CSI and the charter voice at the state and national levels. Our voices will continue to be heard as we guarantee CSI schools’ interests are considered by decision-makers." 📢 Let's continue to champion Colorado charter public schools together! Explore and share CSI's year-in-review: https://bit.ly/3POHedX #CharterPublicSchools #CharterSchools #ColoradoEducation #edcolo #ColoradoJobs #AnnualReport

Dads are essential, and we're making a difference! I'm thrilled to introduce you to the Engaging Fathers and Young Men program, an initiative I'm proud to lead as Director at CCSI. Why Fathers Matter: Studies show children with engaged fathers have better emotional, social, and academic outcomes. Yet, barriers often prevent fathers from fully participating in their children's lives. That's where we come in! Engaging Fathers and Young Men breaks down these barriers by: Building a network of support: Connecting fathers with resources and community organizations. Fostering trust and understanding: Collaborating with caseworkers and agencies. Promoting family-friendly events: Creating a sense of belonging and togetherness. The results are powerful: Stronger father-child bonds Improved family well-being A more positive community impact Join us in making a difference! Read more about the program and its impact on our website: https://lnkd.in/gvVhZAHz I'd love to connect and answer any questions you have! Let's discuss how we can empower fathers and create a brighter future for our communities. #EngagingFathers #FathersMatter #CommunityImpact #MonroeCountyNY P.S. Share this post to spread the word and show your support for dads!

📚 This book has indeed opened my eyes to the importance of not just knowing how to make a positive impact but deeply understanding our "why." For example, what drives us on this journey and ensuring that our "why" includes ourselves because oppression hurts everyone. Join me in this crucial conversation by registering for our upcoming free book club meeting. I'd love to hear your thoughts and insights. Let's learn, grow, and make a positive change together! 💡 #BookClub #PositiveImpact #UnderstandingWhy #MakeADifference #JoinTheConversation