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Wednesday Wisdom

Slow down; the best moments are often found in the quiet spaces.

Parents, have you heard the dreaded "I'm bored!" yet?
Consider celebrating National Anti- Boredom Month.
Check out the following link to find five quirky and playful ways to banish boredom.

National Anti-Boredom Month | Days Of The Year The National Anti-Boredom Month is a lively time dedicated to finding fresh and engaging ways to beat the summer lull that often sets in after Independence Day. This month encourages everyone, from kids to adults, to break free from the mundane and explore new activities that keep the mind and body....

July's Deeper Dive is Helping Youth in Treatment Foster Care Navigate Technology

📱 Technology is a big part of everyday life for youth. For young people in treatment foster care, it can be a way to learn, connect with others, and express themselves. At the same time, youth may need extra guidance to build safe and healthy technology habits.

Ways caregivers can help:

💚 Set clear and consistent expectations for technology use, including screen time, appropriate apps, and online behavior

💚 Talk openly about online safety, including privacy, social media boundaries, and who it’s safe to communicate with online

💚 Encourage balance by helping youth build routines that include school, hobbies, physical activity, and offline connections

💚 Stay involved and curious about the apps, games, and platforms youth are using. Showing interest helps build trust and keeps communication open

💚 Use mistakes as teaching moments. When challenges happen online, focus on problem-solving and learning rather than punishment.

Hello July!

"At midnight in the month of June,
I stand beneath the mystic moon".

Edgar Allan Poe