Western Tidewater Community Service Board Blog
Teens, Young Adults and Constant Digital Connection
Being a teenager is complicated, even more so when you add social media, smartphones and constant digital connection into the mix. As parents, we can help our teenagers navigate this digital landscape with mindfulness, positivity and love.
June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month
Gun violence has been steadily getting worse the past few years. In 2022, there were over 48,000 firearm-related deaths in the U.S., according to provisional mortality data. That’s about 132 people each day. That’s why Gun Violence Awareness Month is so critical. Raising awareness of the enormity of the problem – and the ways we can prevent gun violence – can save lives.
8 Anonymous and/or Free Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Youth
More people identify as LGBTQ+ than ever before. This growing community offers LGBTQ+ youth a much-needed sense of belonging. But things are far from perfect. According to the ACLU, in 2023 there were 510 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced into the U.S. Congress. This year, we’ve unfortunately already surpassed that number – as of June 7th, 2024, there are already 516 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in Congress. These threats to the rights of LGBTQ+ Americans make safe spaces more important than ever.
Exploring Gender Identity: Changing Your Name at Work or School
Gender identity is something that’s very important, but also very personal. Maybe you’ve been exploring your gender identity, but haven’t yet decided if you’re ready to change the way you present yourself to the world. If you’ve been thinking about coming out with your true identity, here are a few tips that can help.
Journal Prompts for Mental Health
You may have heard that journaling can be a good way to manage your mental health. If you’ve struggled with poor mental health for a long time, you may doubt that writing about your day can help much, but research has found that journaling can help improve your day-to-day mental state and can even help you process and overcome trauma.
Local Ways to Hunt for Jobs That Are Not Just Online
Most people job hunt these days via nationwide online job posting boards like Indeed.com, but that doesn’t mean that’s the only or best way to find the job you’re looking for. If you prefer a more personal approach, here are some local options that can get you connected with employers who are ready to hire right here in your own community.
Great Places for Second (or Third) Chance Employment in and Near Suffolk, Franklin Southampton and Smithfield/Isle of Wight
A criminal conviction can have a profound impact on your life. After release, you’ll likely face new challenges that can discourage you or even set you back on your plans for a new life. Many ex-offenders find that getting a job is the most difficult challenge they...
I Feel Like I Need Help for My Mental Health but I Have No Idea Where To Start
Sometimes getting started with therapy can seem overwhelming. If you have no idea where to start when it comes to getting mental health support, we can help.
How To Get Out & Make Friends as a Transplant in the Suffolk, Smithfield/Isle of Wight & Franklin Southampton Area of Virginia
Making friends in a new city can feel especially difficult, but it’s vitally necessary – “Social connection is a fundamental human need, as essential to survival as food, water, and shelter.”
Addressing the Barriers of Men’s Mental Health and the Negative Side Effects of Just Being Told to “Man-Up”
Men are less likely than women to seek help for their mental health. The sad outcome of this is that more than four times as many men as women die by suicide every year. The men’s mental health crisis has reached a turning point here in the U.S. and we must all do our part to prevent further tragedy.
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