CCRC
APRIL 10, 2025
A wave of applause filled the main room of the newly christened Betty Bazaar Community Resource Center in Reseda in late March, when the product of a partnership between Hope the Mission and CCRC came to fruition. The facility located on the same campus as Hope the Missions homeless shelter will offer Head Start services to children who are experiencing homelessness.
NCCPR Child Welfare Blog
APRIL 7, 2025
Five years ago, like many other states, California passed a law to reopen the statute of limitations so survivors of child sexual abuse could sue those responsible. What lawmakers had in mind, of course, was institutions such as the Catholic Church, then mired in scandal over abuses by priests and institutional cover-up. As a result, to take one example, the Diocese of Los Angeles has had to pay $1.5 billion in settlements with survivors.
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Community Care
APRIL 10, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The government will create a national agency to provide oversight of child protection practice in England, the safeguarding minister has revealed. The Child Protection Authority (CPA) will provide “national leadership and learning on child protection and safeguarding”, with work to establish it beginning this year, Jess Phillips told the House of Commons this week.
The International Association Of Schools Of Social
APRIL 10, 2025
April 2425 | Ronda, Spain & Online | Free Registration How can citizen participation thrive in the age of AI? Join global experts, local leaders, and social welfare professionals to explore participation, digital inclusion, and smart social services at the ICSW International Conference on Participation, Social Welfare, and Local Administration in Times of AI.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
CCRC
APRIL 11, 2025
In our current political and economic climate, many adults have been tense, and children may be experiencing feelings of fear and worry. Even at a young age, children may have questions about their observations. Here are some ways to help address your childs current event concerns. Age 3-5 Observe their behaviors and emotions as they play. Children this young may not yet have the vocabulary to share their thoughts and feelings, however they exhibit emotions through play.
The New Social Worker
APRIL 7, 2025
Regardless of context and role, social workers are ethically compelled to engage in activism. In this era, we must attend to self-care and activism as complementary in crucial and intentional ways.
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The International Association Of Schools Of Social
APRIL 10, 2025
The Canadian Association for Social Work Education Association canadienne pour la formation en travail social (CASWE-ACFTS) is pleased to invite you to a landmark event: Social Work Through the Lens of Time / Le travail social au fil des ans taking place virtually from May 2123, 2025.This historic summit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Social Work Review / Revue canadienne de service social (CSWR/RCSS).
CCRC
APRIL 10, 2025
For leading the way in father engagement with our Nurturing Fathers program, CCRC is being honored with the Shine a Light award. The ceremony hosted by Childrens Network of San Bernardino County in early April honors individuals and organizations that make an impact in the lives of children and families in the San Bernardino County community. Each year, we kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month with this event as a powerful reminder of the light that shines through acts of kindness, advocacy, and
University of Connecticut
APRIL 10, 2025
Kristin Waters, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP Webinar Tuesday, June 17, TIME? 2 CECs Dr. Kristin Waters, a clinical pharmacist in psychiatry and assistant clinical professor at the UConn School of Pharmacy will join us to examine current pharmacotherapy for Depression and Anxiety Disorders and Alcohol Use Disorder and Opioid Use Disorder. In the first half of the webinar, Dr.
Community Care
APRIL 7, 2025
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. The rise in employers’ national insurance contributions (NICs), which came into force yesterday (6 April 2025), risks causing harm to people with care needs and more strain for carers, care provider leader have warned. Sector associations have claimed that many services face closure, leaving people without much-needed care, due to employers now paying a NICs rate of 15%, up from 13.8%
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Social Work Blog
APRIL 7, 2025
The NASW Code of Ethics is a set of standards that guide the professional conduct of social workers. The 2021 update includes language that addresses the importance of professional self-care. Moreover, revisions to the Cultural Competence standard provide more explicit guidance to social workers. All social workers should review the new text and affirm their commitment to abide by the Code of Ethics.
The New Social Worker
APRIL 10, 2025
How should aggrieved social workers respond when they believe that a colleague has behaved unprofessionally, rudely, or incompetently? The NASW Code of Ethics suggests that we should treat our colleagues with respect.
University of Connecticut
APRIL 10, 2025
Participants are requested to bring a copy of the DSM 5 to practice diagnosis using clinical vignettes during the workshop. Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-II Wednesday, June 4, 2025 In-person 9:30 am 4 pm 5.5 CECs Registration Fee: $125 UConn SSW Alumni and Current Field Instructors receive a 10% discount Classroom location, driving directions and parking details will be included in your email confirmation Gain a deep understanding of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
Community Care
APRIL 6, 2025
English councils have increased spending on family support services since the start of the decade following years of stagnation, an analysis has found. Annual real-terms spending grew by 21% from 2020-21 to 2023-24, compared with 2% from 2014-15 to 2020-21, found research on early intervention funding carried out for the Children’s Charities Coalition (Action for Children, Barnardo’s, the Children’s Society, National Children’s Bureau and NSPCC).
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Relias
APRIL 10, 2025
Being adequately prepared can make or break a healthcare organizations ability to sustain operations during and after a major disruption. From natural disasters to pandemics and cyberattacks, healthcare organizations must be ready to protect their patients, staff, and communities under any circumstance. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the Emergency Preparedness Rule to provide a national framework for healthcare organizations to improve their readiness for emergencies
Child Care Aware
APRIL 8, 2025
Inadequate state investment in child care holds families, employers, and our economy back. Read our new report to see how your state measures up.
University of Connecticut
APRIL 10, 2025
Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-II Wednesday, May, 28, 2025 In-person 9:30 am – 4 pm 5.5 CECs Registration Fee: $125 UConn SSW Alumni and Current Field Instructors receive a 10% discount Classroom location, directions and parking details will be included in your email confirmation Delve into the intricacies of diagnostic processes, learning how to differentiate between various mental health disorders with precision and confidence.
The Guardian
APRIL 10, 2025
Social services director, chief executive of Childline and one of the first peoples peers After her social services career was blighted by fallout from a high-profile child protection scandal, Valerie Howarth nevertheless went on to become a leading authority on childrens welfare and one of the first peoples peers created by Tony Blair. As the first chief executive of Childline , Howarth led the confidential counselling service for children and young people through its early years of explosive
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Relias
APRIL 10, 2025
After a tornado strikes, it leaves a trail of devastation damaged buildings, disrupted services, and, in the case of healthcare organizations, interrupted patient care. Recovery in these critical settings isnt just about rebuilding structures; its about restoring essential services, supporting staff and patients, and learning from the event to build greater resilience.
Child Care Aware
APRIL 7, 2025
April is the Month of the Military Childa time to recognize and honor the sacrifices and contributions of military children. These young individuals serve in their own way, moving from place to place, adapting to new schools, and supporting their families as their parents serve our nation. For many, the journey of being a military child shapes their future in critical ways.
The Child and Family Corp
APRIL 7, 2025
Key takeaways for caregivers Adolescents daily mood swings relate to their broader emotional health, and parents understanding of their teenagers emotions can help parents provide valuable support. On average, in our study of Israeli families, parents tended to underestimate both the positive and negative moods their teens experienced daily. Fathers often showed less awareness than mothers of their adolescents daily emotional fluctuations.
International Federation of Social Workers
APRIL 9, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025, claiming thousands of lives and causing widespread destruction.
Speaker: Gary Direnfeld, MSW, RSW.
You may have the clinical skills to manage a private practice, but your success could actually hinge on marketing skills. For a thriving practice, you need to differentiate yourself from others and present yourself in a way that attracts referrals. These days, much of that happens online, including on social media. In this webinar, Gary Direnfeld will discuss how social media marketing can help you build your private practice and grow your client base.
Child Welfare Monitor
APRIL 11, 2025
by Marie Cohen T he original version of this post was published on April 4, 2022. I decided to update and re-publish it after reading a press release from Prevent Child Abuse America stating that “PCAAs signature home visiting program, Healthy Families America, has been proven to reduce child abuse and intimate partner violence while improving long-term health and educational outcomes.” While I cannot evaluate the claim about domestic violence, the post below show that Healthy Famili
Nnatasha Tracy
APRIL 9, 2025
Weve long known that diet plays a role in depression, but new research is uncovering just how powerful that connection really is. From high-sodium foods increasing depression risk to the surprising effects of the Mediterranean and keto diets, heres what the latest science says about how what you eat affects your mood.
Nicole Clark Consulting
APRIL 8, 2025
Trying a new recipe? Thats evaluation in action. The recipe for a good evaluation is similar to trying out a new recipe. You find a new recipe that looks amazingmaybe it popped up on social media or was handed down from a friend. You buy the ingredients, follow the steps, and give it a go. [.] The post The Recipe for a Good Evaluation appeared first on Nicole Clark Consulting.
Michigan Social Work
APRIL 11, 2025
MSW student Jordyn Coury has been selected as U-Ms 2025 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Student of the Year. Coury was nominated for this award based on her exceptional leadership, passion for community engagement, and commitment to academic and ethical excellence. Im truly honored and grateful to have been selected, said Coury, especially considering the incredible contributions my peers are making to the community!
Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson
Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.
American Board of Clinical Social Work
APRIL 9, 2025
Anyone who has done couple therapy is familiar with the patterns of behavior that partners demonstrate with each other from the moment we meet them. Some of these patterns can be pleasurable and functional, but those are not the ones that lead couples to seek treatment. We identify them as patterns because they are repeated with amazing similarity across conflict content.
Gateway Foundation
APRIL 9, 2025
Sometimes, it may seem challenging to find social activities that dont involve alcohol when many gatherings tend to be centered around bars and nightlife. However, there are just as many exciting things to do with friends that dont revolve around alcohol. We compiled a list of ideas here: 1. Attend a comedy show Comedy clubs across the country offer performances by comedians of all experience levels.
Community Care
APRIL 11, 2025
This article is part of our new ‘ Future of Social Work ‘ series, where we’ll be reporting on innovative practice approaches and technology in social work. Get in contact with us to flag up anything that you think ticks either of those boxes at anastasia.koutsounia@markallengroup.com The first practice guidance in England on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in social work has urged caution, highlighting risks around bias and data privacy.
Michigan Social Work
APRIL 9, 2025
Research Area Specialist Intermediate Meghan Harrington has received a 2025 Research Study Coordinator Award from U-Ms Office of the Vice President for Research. This award honors staff members for important contributions to the universitys research mission through exceptional performance, and by going beyond the ordinary fulfillment of position duties.
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