Four Oaks’ Post

The Child Well-Being index can be a great tool for nonprofits in the greater Atlanta area who are in a strategic planning process and are seeking to be intentional with their impact. If you have worked with the index before, this updated version has added information surrounding food and internet access. The areas measured have also decreased in size (we are now using census tracts) as we know that in Atlanta, needs can vary from one street to the next.

Relationships built around trust are a key part of serving children and families. Without strong relationships established, they may leave feeling unwelcomed or that their needs were not met, and they may not return for another visit. Organizations can build trust with families and communities by creating spaces for feedback as we work to update or create new policies and practices that directly affect them. https://buff.ly/4bgM4JV

Join us for a special episode as we unravel the intricate layers of a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that could impact our unsheltered neighbors. Our guest host, Brett Martin, Vice President of Community Impact at United Way of Kaw Valley, guides the conversation as La Manda, Barry, and Miriam discuss compassion and practicality in homelessness policies, aiming to provide clarity on this complex issue. We delve deep into the challenges local governments and other entities face in addressing homelessness, striving for balanced, humane solutions that consider the needs of all community members while adhering to legal and ethical standards. We highlight the transformative power of community collaboration and accurate information, emphasizing the need for open, respectful dialogue to counteract misinformation and fear-driven narratives. This episode showcases how hope, cooperation, and collective action can lead to meaningful change, offering a hopeful vision of what our communities can achieve when we work together. Don't miss this inspiring and informative discussion on building a compassionate response to homelessness. (https://bit.ly/OCOM_Ep230)

⭐️𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙆𝙀𝙉𝘿 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙄𝙉𝙂⭐️ In recent years the no of non-UK citizens sleeping rough in Westminster has risen and now makes up the majority of people. Here this blog reveals the insights from a recent study by the Westminster Homeless Partnership and the principles to underpin an effective action plan ▶️ https://lnkd.in/dfKQmtDu

Thank you National Health Care for the Homeless Council for highlighting the accountability we as leaders, and our organizations as a whole, have when it comes to creating the structures, policies, communication pathways, and organizational cultures that allow “self-care” to occur. Self-care without resources - including time - isn’t possible. Self-care without leadership and org policies protecting your right to engage in what sustains you isn’t safe. Focusing on self-care while evading our responsibility to make that accessible, safe, and available to everyone doing the work not only isn’t helpful, it’s harmful. Research on what drives burnout leaves no doubt that this gaslighting of staff results in burnout and attrition as those who love the work are forced to leave orgs that fail them. How about we collectively agree that organizations must provide staff with information on elements of the work environment ensuring staff’s right to self-care doesn’t risk current harm to them, nor to their professional trajectory? Orgs that fail to do so will be fined a ‘gaslighting penalty,’ which will create a resource pool used by staff in orgs that fail them, ensuring staff members get that self-care they deserve. Can someone make that into a WAC or something?

"Effective community intervention programs have become instrumental in addressing the root causes of delinquency. These initiatives encompass a broad spectrum of strategies, including early intervention, educational support, mentoring, and conflict resolution. The emphasis on rehabilitation over incarceration has shown promising results in reducing repeat offenses and enhancing community safety." https://lnkd.in/g75tjVZy Life Decisions is helping youth get back on track, stay out of trouble and reach healthy adulthood. We cannot do what we do, without the support and investment of the community. Partner with us by supporting the work we do. Together, Bringing Restoration to Rockford. https://lnkd.in/g6j2_X7Q

At the Foyer Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of integrated, holistic support for young people. One of our incredible Youth Ambassadors, Kim, emphasized this when she told us, "Foyer Oxford helped me develop the life skills I didn’t have before, like how to maintain a tenancy, how to pass rental inspection checks or how to budget." Our Under One Roof Report highlights the staggering statistic that 34% of young people who reach out to specialist homelessness services each year request assistance with life skills. Homelessness denies young people of a lifetime of opportunities, hindering education and employment despite their clear desire to engage. Early intervention is a crucial step in breaking the cycle of disadvantage. By equipping young people with essential life skills, we back them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Find out more about the Foyer Foundation's mission to improve access to integrated and stable support for young people, with a target of 50 Foyers by 2030, by reading our Under One Roof Report here: https://ow.ly/8p1a50PHErg

🧡 Join us on September 30th, in recognizing the tragic legacy of residential schools, the missing children, the families left behind and the survivors of these institutions. 🧡 We encourage you to learn more by clicking this link below. https://lnkd.in/dM2DU3Jw  #everychildmatters #nationaldayfortruthandreconciliation #orangeshirtday #verticalstaffingresources #verticalstaffing #thinkhirethinkvertical #verticalsupports 

Doing it right

Family support services are crucial for the well-being of families, particularly those facing challenges. The community is integral to these services, offering resources and assistance to enhance family resilience and capacity. https://ow.ly/m9VC50Q5bJ9