Wedgwood Christian Services

Everyone feels anxious from time to time. Some anxiety is good. Anxiety is the body’s way of protecting us from danger.

So what’s the difference between being anxious versus feeling anxious?

Read a therapist’s perspective on the topic!

Understanding and Managing Anxiety Discover the difference between feeling anxious and having anxiety, learn effective management strategies, and learn about available resources

What a fun day for ! Here are some snapshots from today's staff cookout and thrilling co****le tournament. ☀️

Congrats to Isaiah & Scott for defending their championship title this year!"

A great resource for parents/caregivers with children who have experienced trauma and are going through the healing process!

Our next class is coming up soon!

Learn more: https://www.wedgwood.org/trauma-informed-parenting/

Is your child struggling with mental health? Physician Assistant Alli Mathews shares 5 signs that may indicate it's time to seek professional care. 🩵🧡💛💚

Seeking psychiatric services with Wedgwood Christian Services Physician Assistant Alli Mathews joins the show.

Well said, Maranda! 🧡🎙☕

Listen to this full podcast episode to hear other insights

Listen here: www.wedgwood.org/podcast

Would you please join us in praying over these specific requests & praises from our kids & staff?

🙏 KIDS' Prayer Request:

- "My foster family can't take me back, and I am really sad about it."

- "I'm struggling with self-harm."

- "That other kids in my home do good."

- "For 'healing because my grandma just passed away."

- "Pray that things get better for me."

- "I'd like prayers for protection and guidance in my next steps in my future, and for the staff members who really helped me."

🙏 STAFF Prayer Requests:

- "Please continue to pray for members of our team undergoing cancer treatments"

- "My family could use prayers for healing."

- "Our program could use prayers for working with kids who are really struggling."

- "I'd appreciate prayers to help be figure out and balance being a loving and friendly adult for the kids, but also needing to have boundaries and be a disciplinarian/authority figure at times."

- "That the girls in our program can get along and learn to form healthy relationships - with each other and our team."

- "Pray that the right people join our team!"

Matthew 18:20

What a special episode with Maranda! 🧡🎙️☕️

How’s It Really Going? Maranda joins Wedgwood’s ‘Coffee Break Conversation’ Join Hillary for a special episode of Wedgwood’s Coffee Break Conversation as she sits down with Maranda!

Diversity Food Fair 2024! This annual event allows our kids and staff to immerse themselves in various cultures, sparking meaningful conversations about diversity!

This year, our homes learned about:

- American Soul Food 🇺🇸
- Bolivia 🇧🇴
- China 🇨🇳
- Congo 🇨🇩
- Japan 🇯🇵
- Liberia 🇱🇷
- Mexico 🇲🇽
- Vietnam 🇻🇳

We had a great time tonight at the Streams Summer Community Night! 🩵🧡💛💚

A behind-the-scenes look from our latest episode, "How's it Really Going?" featuring our good friend and special guest, ! ☕🧡🎙

This is an episode you don't want to miss! Listen wherever you get your podcast!.

Listen now and subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes: https://www.wedgwood.org/podcast/

Your mental well-being matters. 💪🧠

We offer a variety of counseling programs, tailored to meet your needs. Discover support through counseling at Wedgwood today. Immediate openings are available!

Learn more: https://www.wedgwood.org/counseling/

📣 Rockford friends! Who's going tonight? What a fun way to make a positive impact! 🎶

We don't want summer to end for SO many reasons but enjoying live music on the patio every Tuesday is a big one! ♥

Last week we got to give $1,300 to the West Michigan Veterans Coalition that was donated to the "tip jar" during the month of June!

For the month of July the non-profit that the "tip jar" donations will go to is Wedgwood Christian Services! So far we have received $424.75 with today & two more Tuesdays this month to go. Do you think we can beat the $1,300?!

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Romans 12:2

Join the team as a Outpatient Clinician and make a meaningful impact with diverse caseloads, supportive team dynamics, and a balanced schedule.

Whether you are fully- or limited-licensed, we offer a broad spectrum of clinical opportunities for continued advancement.

Apply today: https://www.wedgwood.org/join-our-team/

Healing takes strength. 🧡

In this episode, Hillary and Asu discuss what seeking professional help for your mental health can look like, the importance of breaking the stigma of therapy, and the benefits of counseling.

Asu shares his experience with the cultural differences in mental health from where his family comes from (Rwanda). He also emphasizes that seeking help shows strength, not weakness.

If you would like to learn more about our counseling services, please visit https://www.wedgwood.org/counseling/

Listen to the full episode here: https://www.wedgwood.org/podcast

You are worthy of receiving support and love, even on your toughest days.

When life gets difficult, we can help equip you with the tools and support to navigate challenging times.

We're excited to share that we have immediate openings for a few of our counseling services!

Learn more: https://www.wedgwood.org/counseling/

Thanks to our friends at Express Employment! There's still time to get involved with Brand It Blue!

Their city-wide donation drive for Wedgwood is LIVE for the next couple of weeks! Businesses that would like to get involved in this great cause can still sign up to be a donation collection site. Just give Express Employment a call at 616-281-0611.

2 Timothy 1:7

We wish you a happy & healthy Fourth of July! 🎆

📣 Rockford friends! Every Tuesday night in July, Timbers Inn will be hosting live music by musician Ken to raise funds for the kids, adults, and families who rely on our care.

Music on the patio is back tomorrow at 5:30pm! 🎶

All tips collected throughout July in the tip jar by Ken will be donated to Wedgwood Christian Services! Wedgwood is one of Michigan’s most highly regarded mental health & behavioral health experts for helping hurting children, teens, families, and adults, and is dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest issues facing them today through residential care, counseling services, and community programs.

We are excited to announce the winners of our Professional Excellence Awards from the past month. These outstanding team members do a great job exemplifying the mission and values of Wedgwood!

Please join us in congratulating:

⭐️ Erika (Autism Center)
⭐️ Marilyn (Residential)
⭐️ Michelle (Counseling)
⭐️ Monica (Residential)
⭐️ Tracy (Residential)

The conversation to have with your kids after watching ‘Inside Out 2’ The highly anticipated Pixar sequel “Inside Out 2,” in theaters now, can serve as an opportunity to have conversations about mental health with your children.