ARTICLES
Get a better understanding of your child’s needs by exploring academic articles relating to the child welfare system and the implications foster care and trauma have on children.
bikers against child abuse
This organization helps abused children feel safe and protected.
care portal
An opportunity for churches to provide for the needs of children and families working with CYS.
clean up for pests
This product is helpful to keep on hand if you are visiting a home with pest infestations.
just as they are
This resource will help parents recognize when and how conversion therapy is promoted, provides information about the dangers of the practice, and offers guidance to parents regarding practices that promote their child's health and well-being.
sesame street in communities
For decades, Sesame Street has used the power of the Muppets to help kids and families cope with tough topics. We now know that one in four children endure more than one traumatic experience, so with guidance from expert advisers, Sesame Street has developed these resources to support you in your work with kids and families.
shoemaker's hub
Shoemaker's supplies humanitarian goods and logistical services to hundreds of different ministry and social service agencies.
trauma care at kidspeace
KidsPeace Trauma Care now serves both males and females.
The program provides comprehensive treatment and educational services to males and females (ages 10 to 18, or on a case-by-case basis) with DSM 5 diagnoses, based on the principles of Trauma-Informed Care and improvement of life skills.
They specialize in working with adolescents displaying high-risk behaviors, including sex trafficking, to develop a realistic reintegration plan to ensure the safety and improve the quality of life for youth and family.
Each youth will receive assessments for symptom tracking, outcome data collection, and intervention development. These include the Childhood PTSD Symptom Scale, Casey Life Skills Assessment, and Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale for Children.
For referrals or questions, call Admissions at 1-800-853-3123.
trauma therapy at the Domestic violence Service Center
This service is FREE OF CHARGE as long as the client self-identifies as a victim of domestic violence. Call 1-800-424-5600.
work log app
This is a free app that provides a tracking system for mileage and hours. The app is available on both the Apple Store and Google Play Store.
the wright center for primary care
Healthcare for families, located at 335 South Franklin Street in Wilkes-Barre.
