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It's here! Introducing the newest edition of our Futures Institute community safety evidence guide. Streetlights. Housing. Child care. Youth programs. CVI. It's all in there --- and it's a roadmap for how policymakers everywhere could build real safety for all people. https://lnkd.in/gv2s5m8t

Child Care Aware of America (CCAoA), in partnership with NACCHO, released a community engagement resource, Engaging Families and Communities to Promote Child Health: Strategies for Local Health Departments. This resource highlights how local health departments (LHDs) play a critical role in shaping children’s long-term health and development by fostering strong family and community engagement through partnerships with Early Care and Education (ECE) programs. To access and learn more about this resource, please visit this blog post: https://lnkd.in/eqcHmHDe

There are a lot of terms and acronyms thrown around in the #SupportCoordination space, and sometimes even we can't keep up! 😅 To help families and professionals stay on top of the latest terms, we're going to share (and define) some common phrases we get asked about. We hope it helps! Up next: Community Care Program (CCP) A program that provides the needed supports and services for adult individuals 21 and older who reside in a variety of living arrangements, such as with family, in a licensed residential setting, or in an unlicensed setting. Questions about something specific? Let us know and we'll add it to our list to define! See our full glossary here 🔎 https://bit.ly/499mZj8

Assisted Living that enhances independence and well-being—that's what we help you find. Let us guide you to a community that offers the right mix of support and engagement: https://lnkd.in/giSChQSN

Deciding to move your parent into assisted living is a step that comes with a heavy heart and a head full of concerns. It’s not just about finding the right community: it involves sorting through a lifetime of memories, managing logistical and legal hurdles, and ensuring your parent’s comfort and dignity throughout the transition. Let’s take a look at these easily forgotten elements that can make a significant difference in your parent’s transition to assisted living. bit.ly/4eJDh5j

Last month, our very own Olivia Smith had the pleasure of attending the Community Impact Luncheon: State of Community and Economic Development with Commissioner Whitney Kenner Jones. It was an inspiring event where leaders came together to discuss the future of our community and the exciting developments on the horizon. 🌟 #srlawgroup #srlaw #lawoffice #blackownedlawfirm #elderlaw #blackowned #georgia #womanowned #estateplanning #supportblackownedbusinesses #estateplanningattorney #estateplanninglawyers #douglasvillega #lastwillandtestament #longtermcare #adoptions #vaimprovedpension #medicaidplanning #legacyplanning #douglascounty #FlashbackFriday #CommunityImpact

Deciding to move your parent into assisted living is a step that comes with a heavy heart and a head full of concerns. It’s not just about finding the right community: it involves sorting through a lifetime of memories, managing logistical and legal hurdles, and ensuring your parent’s comfort and dignity throughout the transition. Let’s take a look at these easily forgotten elements that can make a significant difference in your parent’s transition to assisted living: bit.ly/4eJDh5j

For those who want to learn more about developing affordable housing - check below!

We will have eight families this year move into a home they own, not rent. These are first time, often first generation, homeowners. Eight families. Over 20 children. Children who will grow up thinking owning a home is normal, not some pipe dream. Come join us as we move toward our goal of adding 300 engaged home owners in North Chicago to create the tipping point in community revitalization. https://lnkd.in/grGAQBbm

The UK government has introduced a landmark strategy, "Keeping Children Safe, Helping Families Thrive” This new movement, emphasises the importance of child protection and family support systems. The initiative focuses on creating safe environments for children, preventing abuse and neglect, and providing resources for families to promote their well-being. Key components include community involvement, access to healthcare and education, and supportive services that empower families. The ultimate goal is to ensure that children can grow up in nurturing and stable homes, fostering their development and helping families lead fulfilling lives. Let’s see how this looks in practice… https://lnkd.in/ezyW-ZEi