Infectious disease outbreaks such as COVID-19, as well as other public health events, can cause emotional distress and anxiety. Feeling anxious, confused, overwhelmed or powerless is common during an infectious disease outbreak, especially in the face of a virus with which the general public may be unfamiliar. Because of these factors, Family & Children’s Services expand…
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Prioritizing Mental and Emotional Health During COVID-19 Tulsa Regional Chamber, Business Support Series, Healthy Minds, Healthy Families (April 23, 2020) As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact area companies, the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s new resource for members, the Business Support Series, features regular, public conference calls and webinars on timely topics relevant to the community’s COVID-19…
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Virtual SUN Drive Launched Local Kappa Deltas (KD) had planned to launch their inaugural SUN DRIVE (socks, underwear and necessities) to benefit F&CS’s Child Abuse and Trauma Services (CATS) children and their families to coincide with April’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month; however, due to coronavirus precautions, the physical drive is now virtual. KDs, and…
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Helen was referred to Family & Children’s Services (F&CS) through her school. Teachers noticed Helen chose not to speak in the classroom, with her peers, or really at all. Starting in January, Helen began sessions with her school-based therapist and was quiet, usually with her chin sitting so her hand was on or near her…
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Though we might not be able to share common space right now, Family & Children’s Services is continually inspired and grateful for the heartwarming generosity and compassion for others. Whether giving monetarily or through the gift of time and talent, F&CS supporters continue to ensure that needs are met for our clients and staff during…
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