Apr212021

Clients benefit from services rendered by Homeless Outreach

Homeless Outreach, Showcase

COVID-19 hasn’t been easy for Annie, who has been homeless for quite some time. Harsh weather conditions and other circumstances forced her to move from an encampment and her whereabouts were unknown prior to being temporarily housed at the hotel in February. Because of local community partners, she is thriving and maintains sobriety.  Annie has also connected with resources she otherwise would not have been able to have: access to daily showers, hygiene products, daily…

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Apr122021

Parents may need extra help for child’s mental health in a pandemic

NEWS, Showcase

Published in March 2021 by The Tulsa World. View here. By Gail Lapidus and Terri White Editor’s Note: The Tulsa World sent questions about youth mental health during the pandemic to two experienced advocates: Gail Lapidus, executive director of Family and Children’s Services, and Terri White, executive director of Mental Health Association Oklahoma. Here are…

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Apr92021

Protect a child

Child Abuse/Trauma, Showcase

Be the eyes and ears watching over our most vulnerable population. You don’t need proof, and you can report anonymously. Oklahoma Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-522-3511Signs a child may be at risk of abuse or neglect: Unexplained bruising or injuries on the child. Parents or caregivers arguing or fighting. Child reporting not having food or being…

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