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Hoyleton | National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

DATE: January 3, 2020

Help Hoyleton raise awareness of modern-day slavery and human trafficking in our communities through participation in the month of National Slavery and Prevention of Human Trafficking. Since January has been designated as a month to bring attention to an epidemic that helps fight as a nation here in the United States, both internationally and within […]

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Breaking the Cycle

DATE: October 3, 2019

For millions of individuals, home is not a safe place to find refreshment for one’s physical and emotional wellbeing. Instead, their lives, within the four walls of their home, has become a space of uncertainty, shame and pain. The month of October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A time when focused attention is given to shedding […]

Suicide Prevention Starts With You

DATE: September 12, 2019

by Keia Shipp-Smith | Graphics by Stephanie Tesreau Suicide is a national epidemic that does not discriminate based on age, race, gender or socioeconomic status and can affect any person at any time. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time when mental health professionals, community advocates, survivors and allies work together to promote and […]

Living Your Best Life in a Hectic World

DATE: September 5, 2019

by Keia Shipp-Smith | Graphics by Karlee Brimberry September is National Self-Improvement Month, but what does self-improvement mean and look like when applied to everyday life? Often, self-improvement is defined as the betterment of one’s knowledge, status, or character by an individual’s own efforts. In an effort to go it alone to make changes in […]

Back to School: Part 4

DATE: August 28, 2019

By Karlee Brimberry Going back to school can be an overwhelming feeling at first. Whether a student is starting a new school, has a difficult time making friends, or doesn’t know their teacher, these can all be factors to take into consideration when a child is feeling anxious. Some children may also have social anxiety, […]

Back to School: Part 3

DATE: August 22, 2019

The school’s cafeteria is buzzing with noise and excitement as students are chatting with friends and swapping stories of summertime glories. Your eye catches the kid at the long cafeteria table contemplating the lunch box in front of them with a pitiful look on their face implying, “What will lunch be today?” As caregivers, we […]

Back to School: Part 2

DATE: August 14, 2019

With August being back to school month, that means it is also an excellent time for you to go over safety tips with your youth. With the business of back to school shopping, planning after school care/transportation, and creating meal plans – sometimes it can be easy to overlook the things that seem natural; like […]

Back to School: Part 1

DATE: August 8, 2019

Starting back to school can be demanding as you prepare your child both physically and mentally. August is back to school month, and we want to remind you of the importance of early preparation as you ensure that your child is up-to-date on all their medical requirements. Below is an updated list of requirements for […]

Human Trafficking Series Part 3: Halo Program

DATE: August 1, 2019

We hope that from our Human Trafficking series, you have learned the basics of understanding the signs and types of trafficking individuals face. Human trafficking is at an all-time high, and there are people impacted by it every day; however, there are very limited resources for individuals to get help. Because of that, Hoyleton Youth […]

Kinship Care: A Guide for Grandparents

DATE: July 29, 2019

There are a wide range of circumstances that can leave older adults in charge of their grandchildren’s care. Whether the situation was sudden or gradual, older adults who are thrust into the position of the sole provider/caregiver for young relatives may feel lost or overwhelmed. Fortunately, there are many different resources to help the 100,000-plus […]

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