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Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Support new mothers with mental ill health | Letter

Perinatal mental illness causes significant maternal harm and infant risks but is preventable and treatable with coordinated biological, psychological, and social support.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'Gender-based violence is an affront to human dignity', says President Catherine Connolly at Women's Aid centre launch

While speaking at the Wood Quay Venue during the launch of Women's Aid's new Centre for Learning and Practice Development this morning, she said gender-based violence is an "affront to human dignity, equality, and the fundamental right of every person to live safely and freely". Last year, Women's Aid's services were contacted over 32,000 times, which is a 12pc increase on the year prior and the highest number in its 51-year history.
Public health
Mental health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

More people in Ireland seeking help for 'very restricted eating', says Bodywhys

Over a quarter of support-line callers last year had experienced an eating disorder for more than ten years.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

First local endometriosis support centre to open

A new support centre in Bransholme, Hull will provide non-medical advice, GP letters, benefits assistance and appointment bookings for people with endometriosis.
#divorce
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#domestic-abuse
fromIndependent
5 months ago
Social justice

Domestic abuse reports to gardai soar by 45pc in four years, as county-by-county breakdown revealed

fromIndependent
5 months ago
Social justice

Domestic abuse reports to gardai soar by 45pc in four years, as county-by-county breakdown revealed

more#domestic-abuse
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 months ago

Win and Airbnb launch back-to-school giveaway for children in shelters * Brooklyn Paper

Win and Airbnb partnered to provide 3,000 backpacks to homeless children in NYC, addressing both educational needs and bullying prevention.
#homelessness
fromKqed
6 months ago
San Francisco

SF Homeless Agency Walks Back More Restrictive Policy on Family Shelter Stays | KQED

fromKqed
6 months ago
San Francisco

SF Homeless Agency Walks Back More Restrictive Policy on Family Shelter Stays | KQED

more#homelessness
#hiv
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NYC parents
fromDocumented
6 months ago

Where To Leave My Kids While I'm At Work? Get Free Child Care in NYC - Documented

NYC offers free and affordable child care programs accessible to all, regardless of immigration status.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Why victims are quitting the criminal justice system

Victims of sexual assault often abandon cases due to insensitivity from law enforcement during the reporting process.
#tragedy
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#child-abuse
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago
Mental health

Rosie O'Donnell Revealed Her "Safe" Friendship With Convicted Murderer Lyle Menendez

fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago
Mental health

Rosie O'Donnell Revealed Her "Safe" Friendship With Convicted Murderer Lyle Menendez

more#child-abuse
#lgbtq
NYC LGBT
fromCity & State NY
8 months ago

In upstate New York, LGBTQ+ service providers are being pushed to the edge

A 16-year-old LGBTQ+ teen was homeless after coming out, facing challenges due to lack of local support in Utica, New York.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
7 months ago

'Safe space' for women and girls launched in East London, acting as a 'one-stop shop' for support

Director of services Dali Kaur believes the hub, which is looking to hire school tutors and childcare providers, help girls who are not allowed in the same spaces as boys.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

East London safe space for women and girls opens

The hub provides a vital support system for young women, respecting cultural sensitivities while offering essential services, fostering an environment of safety and empowerment.
London startup
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Asking Eric: They reported me to child services. Should I report their situation as well?

Seek help for your fiancé's father through Adult Protective Services if he poses a risk to himself or is unable to care for his basic needs.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
8 months ago

These landlords promised to house dozens of once homeless New Yorkers. Now they're evicting them.

Supportive housing providers are issuing eviction warrants for nearly 300 vulnerable tenants this year, indicating systemic failures in tenant support.
fromCreative Bloq
8 months ago

Watch out Amazon, there's a new smile logo in town

The new identity for NABS emphasizes its commitment to advancing mental wellness in the creative industries, embodying the concept of 'The Unstoppable Ally'.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

A chat, a snack and a chance to cool down: How one California school district kept far fewer kids from getting in trouble

If a student needs time, she gives it to them. She invites them to make themselves at home, points them to the adult coloring books and puzzles.
SF parents
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Ministers oblivious' to UK's scale of violence against women and girls, say MPs

Government ministers must take stronger action to address the alarming rise in violence against women and girls, as current measures are insufficient.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Pregnant domestic abuse survivor fleeing ex told by London council 'patch up smashed front door with cardboard'

Hounslow Council's response to a pregnant woman's domestic violence concerns lacked empathy and failed to address her vulnerabilities effectively.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

First group of white South African Afrikaner refugees due to arrive in U.S.

A group of 49 white Afrikaners with U.S. refugee status has arrived, now having a pathway to citizenship and support services.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

UK gender ruling ignites debate over trans-inclusive services at women's refuges

Trans-inclusive policies in support services are generally not problematic, as highlighted by Katie Russell from SARSVL.
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Rod Stewart pays for autism diagnosis of boy waiting for three years

Rod Stewart has stepped in to pay for a child's autism diagnosis after a three-year wait, highlighting pressing issues in Scotland's healthcare system.
SF parents
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