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Each May, we take time to acknowledge foster parents, family members, volunteers, mentors, policymakers, child welfare professionals, and other members of the community who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections. If you are interested in learning more about how you can make a difference in the lives of youth …
May is Children's Mental Health Awareness Month! During this month we acknowledge the importance of caring for every child's mental health and that mental health is essential to a child's health development. If you or your child is struggling, needs someone to listen, or is worried about hurting yourself or others, we're here for you. …
National Prevention Week is a week for public education showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance misuse prevention and positive mental health. To learn more about how LUK Prevention works to engage youth, families, adults and communities in Central Massachusetts, visit https://prevention.www.luk.org.
Stop by and say hi at a National Night Out (NNO) near you! National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. This year, LUK will be attending NNO in Fitchburg, Leominster, Worcester, Gardner, Webster, and Ashburnham/Westminster. For more information and to find an NNO near you, visit https://natw.org/about/#map.
It's National Nonprofit Day! Thank you to everyone for your support over the last 50 years.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We use this month to share resources and stories, promote suicide awareness, inform and engage others, and offer support to those affected by suicide or suicide attempts. No one should feel alone. To make a referral for LUK’s Behavioral Health services, please call 800-579-0000 or email Referrals@LUK.org. Concerned about …
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a chance for anyone and everyone to unite in the work to end domestic violence. Domestic violence is prevalent in every community, and affects all people regardless of age, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality. You are not alone. For free, 24/7, confidential help, visit www.thehotline.org …
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a chance to connect communities around the world to help prevent bullying. LUK Youth Development Services includes positive youth activities such as the Youth Empowerment Summit, held annually in April, and the Martin Luther King Diversity project in January. Youth Development Services also provides training/education in service learning, youth …
Indigenous Peoples' Day is a holiday in the United States that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. To learn more, visit https://americanindian.si.edu/nk360
National Coming Out Day is October 11. It was first celebrated on the one-year anniversary of the 1987 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights – a date chosen to honor the bravery of LGBTQ+ individuals who decide to come out. To learn more, visit https://www.hrc.org/campaigns/national-coming-out-day.
In 1988, Red Ribbon Week was established after the death of Drug Enforcement Administrator Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena. Today, Red Ribbon Week serves as a catalyst to mobilize communities to educate youth and encourage participation in drug prevention activities. Learn more by visiting www.redribbon.org.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. To find a collection site locator near you, visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday#collection-locator.