The many contributions of social workers across the nation – and at Family & Children’s Services – are recognized during March, which is Social Work Month. For the second year, F&CS social worker Kristi Whitaker, a COPES therapist, submitted a Social Work Month poster to the International Federation of Social Workers. Last year, her poster…
Family and Children’s Services has launched a community awareness campaign focused on treating anxiety and depression among high school and college students in an effort to prevent suicide. The campaign – “It’s OK to Ask for Help” – has two major goals: to provide immediate help for young people who may be suffering from anxiety,…
On Tuesday, Sept. 28, Amanda Bradley, COPES associate chief program officer, and Krista Lewis, chief program officer of Adult Mental Health and Crisis Services at Family & Children’s Services, received the Community Health Champion Award at the 18th annual Champions of Health Awards presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City.…
Actress, model and author Brooke Shields will serve as keynote speaker for the virtual Champions of Health Awards from 4 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28. Information about how to register for free can be found at championsofhealth.org. Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK), the 18th annual Champions of Health…
As many Oklahomans grapple with many circumstances due to the pandemic and other challenges, state leaders unite in one voice to encourage their constituents to take advantage of mental health services available to them. “As we continue to navigate the Coronavirus pandemic and watch what is happening across our country and abroad, all of it…
