Reprinted form American Counseling Association, March 1999. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month nationwide-time to reflect on the kids in our community. The numbers will speak differently to everyone, but the fact is, there are children who are abused and neglected in our community. Even in the most difficult of circumstance, families have strengths and gifts to celebrate and build upon. We can all strive to offer protective factors that help a child s future remain bright.
Strong families are the cornerstones of vital communities.
Every individual, every family and every community member can work toward increasing strengths in families and cultivating intentional support systems for families. This appreciation event is a chance to recognize and honor volunteers who have helped in the District this year. It will be an evening of door prizes, dessert, and fun, so please plan on joining this celebration. If you have not received an invitation by April 10, call Nancy McGee at 252-1384. After school snacks are more than just a habit, as most kids really need that middle of the afternoon fuel.