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Stories of Hope and Recovery
We’re All Connected
I had my own studio where I helped other people believe they could heal. I taught them Pilates, holistic health, and biomechanics to help them recover from complex injuries and surgery. About a year ago, after having lunch with a friend, I got into a taxi to come downtown to my next client. The taxi […]
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Teens, Tweens, and Screens: How to Help Your Kids Navigate Life Online
Did you know that children, on average, get their first smartphones by age 10? Yes, kids are getting their devices earlier and using them more often than ever before. Recent research has shown that tweens spend six hours a day on entertainment, including online time. And teens spend, on average, nine hours a day on […]
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Coping with Uncertainty
Uncertainty is unavoidable in our lives. Will it rain or snow tomorrow? Will the trains be running on schedule? Some people live with some uncertainty. Will my children have a good learning experience at school? How will I manage the budget? Others live with a lot of uncertainty. What will be the results of the […]
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Dealing with Disruption: Strategies for Thriving in the New Normal
Recent events have left many feeling at a loss. How can you move forward? How do you feel as though you can put your life back together? Feelings of anxiety and fear for yourself, loved ones, and about the future. These large questions and fears are presented to us daily. Everyone has felt an upheaval […]
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Resources for Coping with COVID-19: Community Connection Series
No matter our circumstances, COVID-19 has introduced uncertainty into our lives. To help address these unprecedented challenges from a mental health perspective, The Jewish Board is offering a virtual Community Connections series – free, online sessions where anyone can hear from our staff experts and have an opportunity to ask questions before, during, and after […]
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Caring for Your Spirit in a Time of Crisis
Anxiety from crises takes a toll on one’s soul. Whatever stress one is feeling from within or is receiving from others combines into negative feelings that are hard to ignore. Many are now practicing self-quarantine, social distancing, and working from home. Many are also currently unemployed. These current environments cause feelings of isolation and stagnancy, […]
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Using ZOOM To Stay Connected To Your Teens
COVID-19 has created anxious times for everyone, and each age group has unique challenges. Here are some tips to help support the teens in your life who are adjusting to a world with no in-person school, hangouts, or parties — all brainstormed by teens themselves, and all using Zoom! Tips (Download the PDF). Virtual Lunch […]
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In The Community
Innovations Update: Fall 2018
The Jewish Board Elects a New Board President We are proud to announce that David Edelson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Loews Corporation, has been appointed the new President of the Board of Trustees. David has served as a Jewish Board Trustee since 2001. “I’m proud and humbled to become the next […]
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Stories of Hope and Recovery
I’ve Made It This Far
I’m 14 years old and very artistic. I love art. I’m really smart in school and my favorite subject in school is math. I was once sexually abused, and I’ve been in foster care ever since. I’m in this program because I run away a lot, but I’m working on it. Someday, I’m hoping to […]
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In the News
Town Hall Meeting Puts Spotlight On Harassment
A number of the stories told in the dramatic reading were about harassment at the hands of major donors, a particularly uncomfortable topic for nonprofits. (In the wake of The New York Times expose of Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein’s alleged behavior, Democratic politicians and organizations were pressured to return money donated by Weinstein, according to […]
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In the News
Managing Holiday Season Stress
“It’s Christmas, and we’re all in misery.” In National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Ellen Griswold announces this to her daughter as they manage the scrum and excitement of holiday guests, family tensions, and the re-emergence of bad habits. And truly, the holiday season is a time of excitement, with family coming together, delicious meals, and engaging […]
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In the News
Combating Mental Health Issues in Public Schools
Yuster shared an incident involving a 15-year-old who was triggered after her classmate threw food at her in the middle of the lunch room. She said administrators called police even though they knew the student had mental health challenges,“School safety agents and police ended up restraining her, hand cuffing her in a violent manner, and […]
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In the News
When Being in Crowded Places Feels Scarier Than Ever
Fear of crowds is known as ochlophobia, a term that’s historically been more associated with a form of social anxiety, or “the perceived presence of either too many people or intrusions into one’s personal space,” as described by Chalsa Loo in The Psychological Study of Crowding. The way we fear crowds and public places today […]
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In the News
Staring Down Homelessness With Dignity and Pluck
A few months later, one of her cousins learned of the Homelessness Prevention Program at Dorot, a social services agency. In April 2016, Ms. Marcus moved into a temporary residence in Manhattan for older adults facing homelessness. In February, the agency placed her in permanent housing at an assisted-living center in Far Rockaway, not far […]
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All Gone: On the Challenges and Resources of Spirituality After a Suicide
Losing a loved one to suicide is not only an emotional earthquake and a psychological crisis; it is a spiritual cataclysm of a profound nature. Our assumptive universe, normally, projects that the ones we care about, those whom we know intimately and assist regularly will not abandon us, and will share with us if/when the […]
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In the News
City Hospital System Is Expanding Children’s Mental Health Programs
The programs look beyond the exam room, too. The 100 Schools Project, which started in 43 of the city’s highest-need schools over the past year and will kick off in 58 more this fall, places substance abuse or mental health providers in classrooms so they can observe students’ interactions and offer school staff members tips […]
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In the News
Mental Health Care for Children in Need
Amanda, a 4-year-old girl, sits on the floor in front of a dollhouse in a therapist’s office. But she won’t start playing until the lights are switched off and she’s protected by the cover of darkness. Then, instead of playing make-believe like other children her age, Amanda forces her dolls to hit each other, and […]
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Press Releases
The Jewish Board Responds to Community Concerns about Hawthorne Cedar Knolls Treatment Center
NEW YORK, NY: May 19, 2017 — The Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services’ priority is to provide the very best services for the children in our care at The Hawthorne Cedar Knolls Residential Treatment Center. We are also committed to being a responsible neighbor to the residents of Hawthorne. These two goals guide […]
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Teens, Tweens, and Screens: 7 Actions to Help Kids Navigate Life Online
When parents become involved with kids’ media lives, kids consume less and understand more of what they consume. Here are seven more actions parents can take to help their kids navigate life online. 1. Actively help kids create their social media profiles. Parents can provide guidance about what’s appropriate or inappropriate by getting involved at […]
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Teens, Tweens, and Screens: Having the Social Media “Talk”
When parents become involved with kids’ media lives, kids consume less and understand more of what they consume. Having “The Talk” Parents can help teens and tweens navigate social media with an “Social Media Talk” that helps their kids understand how to create and maintain a healthy context for their digital lives. What to Ask […]
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Exercises for Coping with Uncertainty: Worry Box and Grounding Techniques
Uncertainty is unavoidable in our lives, but there are many ways to cope positively with uncertainty, and it is most important for individuals to find what works for them. Two techniques that can be used to help with feelings of uncertainty are the worry box and grounding techniques. Experiment with techniques like these to find […]
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Exercises for Coping with Uncertainty: Relaxation Breathing and Imagery
Uncertainty is unavoidable in our lives, but there are many ways to cope positively with uncertainty, and it is most important for individuals to find what works for them. When stress takes a physical and emotional toll, we can take a minute to relax with a breathing exercise or imagery. These techniques can be used […]
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Exercises for Coping with Uncertainty: Additional Tips
Uncertainty is unavoidable in our lives, but there are many ways to cope positively with uncertainty, and it is most important for individuals to find what works for them. Sometimes, a good cry can help you cope with the stress of uncertainty. Letting out your emotions can feel like a release. It can be helpful […]