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🎒 What's in School-Based Therapist Victor's bag? 🧸✨ From Uno to journals, Victor's therapy tools help students express themselves and navigate challenges. Each item plays a role in supporting their emotional well-being.

You can help fill therapy bags like Victor's by supporting Foothill Family's Kindness Box Campaign! Your donations provide the essential tools our therapists need to make a difference in students' lives.

Let’s make kindness contagious—one box at a time!

Link to support today: https://www.foothillfamily.org/take-action/events/kindness/

This September, Foothill Family is dedicated to raising awareness during ***deAwarenessMonth, and we want you to know that support is always within reach.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out to these valuable resources in the San Gabriel Valley:

1. San Gabriel Valley Crisis Line: 626-795-5080
2. Asian American Mental Health Services: 626-279-4000
3. Foothill Family Services: 626-993-3000
4. Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: 988
5. Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: 800-854-7771

Remember, you are not alone. Help and understanding are just a call away. �

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Happy Labor Day from Foothill Family! 🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of individuals everywhere. Our mission to empower and support children and families is made possible by the collective efforts of our incredible team and community.

As we honor this day, we reflect on the impact of our shared commitment and look forward to continuing our journey together. Thank you for your unwavering support and for helping us build a brighter future for those we serve.

Wishing you a restful and meaningful Labor Day!

Thank you to our incredible team for dressing up Disney style and making our Agency Summit truly ! Your enthusiasm and creativity brought the celebration to life. Here’s to the fun memories and unforgettable moments we shared! ✨ Thank you to Mickey Mouse as well for coming out and showing our team some love! ❤️🐭

🗞️ Exciting News! 🗞️ We’re thrilled to be featured in the latest issue of The Outlook, where our incredible partnership with Shoes That Fit and Oaktree Capital Management is highlighted! 🌟

This write-up showcases how our collaboration has been making a real impact in the community, helping us empower children and families together. A heartfelt thank you to Shoes That Fit and Oaktree Capital Management for their support and dedication.

Pick up a copy of The Outlook to read more about our shared successes and the bright future we’re building together. 📚✨

A strong partnership is the foundation of a healthy family! Foothill Family’s program helps you learn the skills to keep your relationship strong while connecting with others to share ideas. With flexible class hours, it fits right into your schedule.

What is PAIRS? It’s a free relationship education program designed for couples and parents, teaching essential relationship and parenting skills using evidence-based curricula.

Why PAIRS? Because strong families and healthy kids start with strong, healthy couples! 💛

🌟 It's National Be Kind to Humankind Week, and we're celebrating with our Kindness Box Campaign! 🌟

At Foothill Family, we're spreading kindness by supporting our school-based therapists with the tools they need for impactful sessions. Your donations help fill these Kindness Boxes with essentials that make a big difference—whether it’s school supplies, games, arts & crafts or therapy materials, every item helps our students feel cared for and valued. 🛍️📚

Join us in making the world kinder—one box at a time. Donate today and be part of this amazing campaign!

Link to get involved: https://www.foothillfamily.org/take-action/events/kindness/

We are excited to share that our S.M.A.R.T. Team attended the 2024 Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (APP) Grantee Conference in San Francisco! �

The event, themed “2024WARD: Building Brighter Futures with Today’s Youth Leaders,” was an incredible opportunity to explore innovative strategies and connect with fellow PREP and SRAE grantees. Looking forward to applying these insights to support our youth and foster positive outcomes in our community! ��

What's in my therapist's bag? 👜 School-based therapist Mariana loves using slime during her sessions to help clients express themselves and manage stress. The tactile experience can be both calming and fun, making it a valuable tool in her therapy toolkit. 🧠💚

Our Kindness Box Campaign is still going strong, and there are plenty of ways you can support amazing therapists like Mariana! Click the link below to learn how you can help us continue spreading kindness. 🌟

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Kindness Boxes - Foothill Family Foothill Family’s Annual Kindness Box Campaign We’re kicking off our Annual Foothill Family Kindness Box Campaign and spreading Kindness and focus on supporting our Foothill Family School-Based Mental Health therapists! OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE $50,000! This goal will allow us to support our School-...

� Staff Spotlight: Amy Lopez � Amy is the friendly face and supportive voice our children and families often meet first. She takes pride in guiding parents through the referral process, especially when they’re navigating services for the first time. Her warm, reassuring approach helps ease their worries and provides a trusted point of contact!

Outside of work, Amy enjoys listening to music, attending concerts, painting, and spending quality time with loved ones.

Thank you, Amy, for making such a positive impact! We appreciate your dedication and hard work! �

It was such an exciting past week at our newly named Ralph H. Moore Family Center! 🎉 Our amazing therapists showcased some of the engaging activities they use with clients. Allie demonstrated “Marble Run” for problem-solving, Mariana introduced “The Anger Game” and Slime for emotional regulation, and Vicky showed how Bubbles can be used for breathing exercises. It’s incredible to see these creative tools in action!

Why are toys and games important for therapy?

Thoughtfully chosen activities can significantly enhance therapeutic interventions, promoting growth and development for all ages.

As part of Foothill Family’s campaign, you can make a difference by shopping for therapists through our Amazon wish list. ��� Your support helps us provide the right tools for impactful therapy sessions!

Please click the link below to shop our Amazon wishlist!

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� �Recognition Alert! �� We’re thrilled to announce that our amazing Program Manager, Erin Copeland, received a certificate from DCFS’s County of Los Angeles Resource Family Support Liaison Unit! This recognition honors Erin’s unwavering support and dedication to our resource partners and highlights her positive impact on Los Angeles County families. Celebrating successes and valuing hard work is crucial, and we’re proud to see Erin’s efforts acknowledged. Congratulations, Erin! �

We were to receive the Certificate of Recognition from the 53rd Assembly District for our participation in the 8th Annual Women’s Health Fair. 🌟 Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such a vital cause and support our community with essential education and resources. Here’s to continued success and collaboration!

Adrienne and Heaven-leigh, a couple of our dedicated therapists, had an amazing time at Glen A. Wilson High School's outreach event last week! 🎉 They connected with students and shared the great work we're doing in the Hacienda La Puente School District. Thank you for having us and letting us be a part of your community! 💪✨

We are thrilled to announce the renaming of our Pasadena Family Center to the Ralph H. Moore Jr. Center at Foothill Family. Today, we express our deepest gratitude to Priscilla Hunt and her family for their incredible generosity.

Ralph H. Moore Jr., the beloved son of Priscilla Moore Hunt and the late Ralph Moore Sr., was a devoted father to Melissa and Ryan and a caring sibling to Cynthia Soma and Brenda Nowotka. Ralph’s legacy of excellence began as an honor student and Student Body President at Banning High School, followed by his academic achievements at USC and Southwestern Law School.

An accomplished musician, Ralph shared the stage with legends like Tony Bennett, The Drifters, and The Imperials. As the Executive Vice President and COO of Hunt Enterprises, Inc., Ralph was known for his inspirational leadership and his ability to empower those around him. His deep compassion and emotional connection with others made him a passionate supporter of Foothill Family’s mission and the children and families we serve.

Join us in celebrating Ralph’s enduring impact and the continued support of the Hunt family. Together, we are making a difference. 💚

We are thrilled to announce the renaming of our Pasadena Family Center to the Ralph H. Moore Jr. Center at Foothill Family. Today, we express our deepest gratitude to Priscilla Hunt and her family for their incredible generosity.
 
Ralph H. Moore Jr., the beloved son of Priscilla Moore Hunt and the late Ralph Moore Sr., was a devoted father to Melissa and Ryan and a caring sibling to Cynthia Soma and Brenda Nowotka. Ralph’s legacy of excellence began as an honor student and Student Body President at Banning High School, followed by his academic achievements at USC and Southwestern Law School.
 
An accomplished musician, Ralph shared the stage with legends like Tony Bennett, The Drifters, and The Imperials. As the Executive Vice President and COO of Hunt Enterprises, Inc., Ralph was known for his inspirational leadership and his ability to empower those around him. His deep compassion and emotional connection with others made him a passionate supporter of Foothill Family’s mission and the children and families we serve.
 
Join us in celebrating Ralph’s enduring impact and the continued support of the Hunt family. Together, we are making a difference. 💚

Help Us Support Our School-Based Therapists!

Foothill Family's is underway, and we need your help to equip our dedicated therapists with the essential supplies they need to support their school-based children Your generous monetary or in-kind donations will provide our therapists with fully stocked therapy kits, ensuring they have the tools to effectively engage and support children in need. 🫶💚

Every donation helps fill a Kindness Box with items like art supplies, toys, and therapeutic tools, allowing our therapists to bring the best care directly to their students. Together, we can make a significant impact on the mental health and well-being of our community's children!

Donate today and be a part of this vital initiative. Visit the link below learn more and contribute. 💛✨
🔗: https://www.foothillfamily.org/take-action/events/kindness/

Our team had an enlightening experience at the HMRF Biennial Conference, “Beyond: Advancing the HMRF Journey,” held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. from July 16-18. Mariela Rivera (Project Director), Efrain Murillo Jr. (Data/CQI Manager), and Alex Rodriguez (Family Support Specialist) represented us at this impactful event.

Organized by Healthy Marriage & Responsible Fatherhood (HMRF) on behalf of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, and Office of Family Assistance, the conference focused on enhancing families and communities. We delved into innovative strategies, shared valuable research, and gained new resources to better serve our community and foster healthy relationships.

Swipe to see some moments from our time in D.C.! 📸✨

Excited to share that our Healthy Families America team was out in full force at the El Monte Health and Wellness Resource Fair! It was a fantastic day connecting with the community, sharing valuable resources, and promoting . ��