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US news
fromBoston.com
18 hours ago

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Delays in reunification led to a young girl suffering alleged sexual abuse in foster care after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Not everyone who avoids asking for help is proud. Some of them asked once, received it with a lecture attached, and learned that the cost of support was a small erosion of standing they could never quite earn back. - Silicon Canals

Asking for help can lead to unintended consequences that affect relationships and self-perception.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Helping Black Women Remove the Mask

Black women navigate stereotypes and require therapy to reclaim their authenticity while clinicians must advocate against oppressive systems.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Nurses demand the abolition of ICE and improved patient rights protections in healthcare settings.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. probation department's new van hits the streets

The San Francisco probation department's mobile unit aims to assist homeless individuals on probation with essential services and resources.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Southern California sisters face losing mom to brain cancer, father to deportation

A Big Bear handyman faces deportation while his wife battles Stage 4 brain cancer, prompting their daughters to seek legal assistance.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
NYC parents
fromQNS
2 days ago

CM Won, education advocates rally against relocation of migrant families from LIC shelter - QNS

Community advocates rally against converting a family shelter into a site for single men, fearing displacement of families and disruption of children's education.
#brooklyn
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Protesters in Brooklyn oppose a proposed homeless shelter, fearing it will bring danger to the neighborhood.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Hundreds of protesters swarm proposed NYC men's homeless shelter site, physically block construction truck

Protesters in Brooklyn oppose a proposed homeless shelter, fearing it will bring danger to the neighborhood.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

POC Arts Nonprofits Face Severe Staffing Challenges, Survey Finds

Many museums led by people of color in the Northeast struggle with staffing and funding, impacting their ability to serve communities.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Men's group hopes to eases strain on NHS services

Moreton Men Sports Group provides informal mental health support through sports, helping men combat loneliness and connect with their community.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
5 days ago

'You saved my life': How one Bronx social worker helps transgender patients recover with dignity - Bronx Times

Asha Lyons provides vital support to transgender patients during recovery, emphasizing the importance of visibility and care in their journeys.
US politics
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Trans Nonprofits Brace For Funding Cuts When Community Needs Them Most

Nonprofits for the transgender community face funding cuts amid a significant city budget deficit, impacting support when it's most needed.
#homelessness
Boston real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A dress rehearsal' for life: inside the Manchester project helping homeless men rebuild

Embassy Village offers affordable housing for homeless men in Manchester, providing support and opportunities for personal development.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC opens new anti-trauma, 'front door' for homeless women seeking shelter

New York City opens a new, state-of-the-art intake center for homeless women, designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

A New Homelessness Strategy With Roots in the South Bay Is Sweeping California | KQED

The program reduces homelessness by providing financial aid to those at risk, improving the housing stability ratio significantly.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
6 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Boston real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

A dress rehearsal' for life: inside the Manchester project helping homeless men rebuild

Embassy Village offers affordable housing for homeless men in Manchester, providing support and opportunities for personal development.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC opens new anti-trauma, 'front door' for homeless women seeking shelter

New York City opens a new, state-of-the-art intake center for homeless women, designed to provide a welcoming and supportive environment.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

A New Homelessness Strategy With Roots in the South Bay Is Sweeping California | KQED

The program reduces homelessness by providing financial aid to those at risk, improving the housing stability ratio significantly.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
6 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Parental Burnout Is a Social Problem, Not a Personal Failure

Parental burnout has reached unprecedented levels, with over 40% of parents feeling exhausted and overwhelmed daily.
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Education
fromTODAY.com
5 days ago

High School Teens Are Repairing Used Cars to Donate to Single Moms

Students repair cars to gift to single moms, providing essential transportation for jobs, education, and medical needs.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Toronto Board of Health extends pilot program helping unhoused people in downtown core | CBC News

"The most beneficial impacts of the program were addressing clients' substance use and addiction needs and connecting them to housing and identification services."
Canada news
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
6 days ago

NYC to launch free child care for city workers with kids as young as 6 weeks

New York City is launching free on-site child care for municipal workers' infants and toddlers at the David N. Dinkins Municipal Building.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

How to Help Someone Have an Empathy Makeover

Empathy can be developed through structured reflection and practice, enhancing mental health and relationship dynamics.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Mother, Clinician, Witness: Healing Communities

Violence against children impacts the entire community, necessitating protective programs and trauma-informed care for meaningful change.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Op-ed: Faith-based resource centers are trailblazers in reentry work - San Jose Spotlight

April is Second Chance Month, focusing on reducing barriers for individuals reentering society after incarceration.
#mental-health
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mamdani's new mental health plan hinges on troubled de Blasio initiative

Mayor Mamdani aims to reform B-HEARD to improve mental health emergency responses, but faces significant operational challenges.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

We All Belong: A Perspective on People on the Outskirts

People with psychosis and mental health conditions often feel a profound sense of not belonging in society and psychiatric settings.
fromWarpweftandway
5 days ago

Upcoming Collaborative Learning Events

The first event is a roundtable on "Zhuangzi: Fate, Desires, Transformation" on April 6th at 9:00am Beijing time.
Philosophy
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
California
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Adoption is a beautiful way to build a family. But it's not one-size-fits-all. - LGBTQ Nation

Adoption has various paths, each with unique processes, costs, and timelines, requiring thorough understanding before proceeding.
Higher education
fromPoynter
5 days ago

Student journalists are often on their own. I built a network to change that. - Poynter

A regional network of student newspapers was created to support collaboration and resource sharing among student-run publications in Philadelphia.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

People With Bipolar and BPD Struggle in Mental Healthcare

There is a unique kind of pain in losing your mind, not just once, but over and over. Losing your perception of reality, of your emotions, of your closest relationships-both across months and multiple times a day. Knowing deep down that something is wrong but being unable to stop it.
Mental health
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Opinion: New York's Mental Health Crisis Demands We Invest in Programs That Work

Scaling and coordinating effective behavioral health programs is essential for creating a continuum of care in New York City.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

People who keep their circle small aren't antisocial. They genuinely learned that intimacy and popularity are opposing forces, even though loneliness occasionally shows up as the cost of admission - Silicon Canals

Intimacy and popularity are competing pursuits; small social circles reflect a natural structure of human relationships, not a failure of social development.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
5 days ago

Opinion: Helping Formerly Unhoused Older New Yorkers Age With Dignity

Supportive housing provides essential safety, security, and privacy for seniors, significantly improving their quality of life and addressing homelessness and affordability issues.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

For Homeless Families With Health Needs, NYC's Hotel Shelters Pose a Challenge: The Food

Homeless families in NYC face inadequate food options in hotel shelters, impacting their health and financial stability.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I help people with psychosis off the streets. Sometimes, their minds won't let them leave

Mental health chaplains work with homeless individuals experiencing serious mental illness, navigating the complex intersection of psychiatric symptoms, delusions, and housing instability while maintaining compassion and patience.
Mental health
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Autistic people are more likely to experience suicidal crisis. 988 is changing to serve them better

The 988 Lifeline is a crucial resource for suicide prevention, but autistic individuals face unique challenges when using it.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Lollipop people: share your experiences of the job

Lollipop people in Suffolk have become the latest neon-clad, road patrollers to don body cams amid a rise in abuse. The council has launched a six-week awareness campaign called Lollipops Aren't Just For Children to remind drivers to slow down, be patient, and show respect at patrol points.
London politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Casey's review of adult social care offers hope | Letters

Local authorities must stabilize existing systems through adequate funding and joint commissioning to enable a successful national care service transition.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Social workers demand UCSF improves safety after worker fatally stabbed by patient

UCSF social workers demand stronger workplace safety measures and increased staffing following a colleague's fatal stabbing, citing unaddressed safety concerns and lack of leadership response.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

A Near Impossible Trajectory for the Kid in the Shelter

A child in a shelter recognizes by age ten that parental addiction and mental illness, combined with institutional poverty, create systemic barriers to escaping generational hardship.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

No One Is Coming to Help-Except Your Neighbors

Building community-led resilience networks and mutual aid groups nationwide enables neighbors to support each other through overlapping crises including climate change, inequality, and government violence.
Parenting
Research indicates today's children are more empathetic and less narcissistic than previous generations, contradicting widespread public perception of declining youth mental health and resilience.
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Charity hopes new HQ can bring people together

Health Connections Guernsey purchased Beatrice House for £1m to create a community hub where younger and older islanders connect through intergenerational activities and support services.
New York City
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Outgoing Social Services Commissioner Wants City To Stay 'Proactive'

Homelessness and social service crises require integrated approaches rather than siloed solutions, as demonstrated through interconnected challenges in shelter provision, migration response, and vulnerable population support.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: We gave a homeless man $200, and I didn't foresee how he'd spend it

We don't get to choose how other people make use of our gifts, especially strangers. Since you don't have a relationship with Ron beyond these very generous gifts, you're not in a position to safeguard him. He's not shared this part of his life with you, and you heard about the supposed scam from others, not from Ron himself.
Relationships
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Neighbors, It's Time to Make a Stand

Universal conviction in one's own righteousness divides humanity, while accelerating evolutionary mismatch from our technology-created world remains our shared existential problem.
NYC parents
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Letters: Meeting needs of mothers helps care for children

Meeting mothers' basic needs for menstrual products and diapers is essential for supporting child development and family stability, while automated license plate readers create risks for innocent drivers.
Mindfulness
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

When community care became a threat

Northern communities cultivate unassuming, resilient care through small gestures, shared responsibility, and mutual aid shaped by harsh winters and neighborliness.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Fostering Change: Moving From Influence to Impact

Social media platforms prioritize engagement and certainty, while structured, community-based spaces like classrooms better support deliberation, reflection, learning, and sustained impact.
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

South Bay center could help meet dire need for services for abused children

A Children's Advocacy Center will open in Morgan Hill to provide local trauma, medical, and forensic services to abused and neglected children and families.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

A Tech Bro Think Tank Is Trying to Roll Back Evidence-Based Homelessness Policy

The Cicero Institute, created by tech investor Joe Lonsdale, has spent the past few years promoting aggressive policies targeting encampments for the unhoused and pushing cities to move away from Housing First, the U.S.'s primary model for responding to chronic homelessness. Over the summer, HUD quietly adopted several of Cicero's key recommendations. And the result was widespread panic among the local agencies responsible for keeping people housed.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Finding Social Connection in a New Community

"I feel like it was easier to connect with other transplants," she said. "Everyone seemed to revolve around hobby-based communities."
Relationships
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Domestic violence workers need a living wage amNewYork

Domestic violence workers in New York are underfunded and excluded from budget increases, jeopardizing survivor services; workers must receive living wages and inflationary adjustments.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Protecting children is a priority now is the time to prove it

A billion children suffer violence yearly; proven prevention strategies exist but urgent political action and scaled investments are required to meet 2030 targets.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Protesting Can Be Good For You

Participating in political protests builds social connection, reduces stress through collective effervescence, and strengthens community allyship against state aggression toward vulnerable groups.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

They Build Bridges to Create Opportunities for Others

Meaningful milestones reveal how relationships, generativity, and sacrifice create belonging, stability, and enduring family legacy.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Time to splurge on the homeless

Menlo Park City Council committed $62 million to build a homeless shelter under Caltrain tracks at Middle Avenue connecting Alma Street and El Camino Real.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Youth at Risk With Empathic Intervision

Empathic intervision in youth support groups cultivates integrative empathy, building resilience, belonging, and agency through structured dialogue, deep listening, and practical empathic skills.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

What Does 'Care' Mean During Times of Social Instability?

Care is fluid and adaptive; emotional signals like anger, numbness, and fatigue indicate needs and limits, and individual care requires collective support for survival.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

In an Age of Vulnerability, Why Is Help So Hard to Ask For?

Walk through an airport bookstore, scroll the podcast charts, or listen to a leadership keynote, and you'll likely find lessons on boundaries and burnout. Celebrities talk about therapy with a casualness that would have been unthinkable a generation ago. Coaches tell C-suite executives to " lead with vulnerability." And bestselling books like The Gifts of Imperfection, You Should Talk to Someone, and The Body Keeps the Score have given the world a common vocabulary for talking about anxiety, shame, and trauma.
Mental health
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