Shedding Light on Suicide Prevention Month

Shedding Light on Suicide Prevention Month

September is a month that holds great significance for many. As the leaves change and fall approaches, it marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month—an important time for us to reflect, learn, and take action. Suicide is a topic that often remains shrouded in...
Fun on a Budget: Creative Activities for Families

Fun on a Budget: Creative Activities for Families

With summer break in full swing, you might be running out of ideas for fun and creative ways to entertain the kids without breaking the bank. The initial excitement of school-free days has worn off, and now you may be scratching your head, wondering how to keep the...
We all have a role to play in suicide prevention.

We all have a role to play in suicide prevention.

September is Suicide Prevention Month and you can be the one to make a difference in the life of a friend or family member who may be thinking about suicide. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma, and encouraging well-informed action, we can all help save lives....

What is Trauma and PTSD?

There are times in our lives that seem as if everything has been turned upside and are swirling around us like a hurricane or as if the ground as dropped out beneath us. These can include major and traumatic events: losing a job, a natural disaster, divorce, abuse, a...

A parent’s electronic dilemma

“I didn’t go to school with a smart phone.” The very tool that helps teens and their parents stay connected and safe has become a major stressor for parents with work and other commitments.  Parents are having trouble being able to balance the pressures of increased...

CGC launches Blogs

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and could not have come too soon.  After a full year of living with the global pandemic, our community is tired, anxious, and looking for relief and hope.   The need for mental health services has never been more apparent and...