The Kids Aren’t All Right—but Hope Can Help
It’s hard to feel hopeful in a world where we can’t even agree on basic facts.
DGS’s and CEB New Partnership
DGS establishes at the Community Education Building in Wilmington.
DGS receives American Gift Fund donation
$25k donation from the American Gift Fund. Funds support critical behavioral health services for Delaware youth.
Experts weigh in on best ways to protect kids from cyberbullying
A recent survey by the RCMP found that 31% of Canadian youth say they have been cyberbullied before.
Mental health is key to a child’s overall health
Many children will experience a mental health and/or substance use problem before age 18. In a survey of 80,000 youth around the world, 1 in 4 reported depressive symptoms and 1 in 5 experienced anxiety symptoms.
Student mental health crisis much vaster
The crisis of student mental health is much vaster than we realize. Schools surveyed have voiced concerns about student depression, anxiety and trauma.
Gov, Carney signs mental health bills at Sean’s House
Gov. John Carney (D) signed 3 mental health bills, implementing more proactive measures to treat mental illness.
What I learned as Delaware’s governor can change how we care for kids | Tom Carper
There were many things I wish a magic wand could fix. But as a father of three sons and as a public servant, this answer was easy: I’d use it to strengthen families — the basic building block of society — by giving every child in Delaware a safe home and access to affordable, quality health care.
World Suicide Prevention Day
In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Delaware Children’s Department is raising awareness of suicide warning signs and helpful resources, especially during this unprecedented global pandemic. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #WSPD, #bethelight, #WSPD2021
Project Innovation Winner
Local nonprofit awarded $25,000 to expand their Outpatient/Therapeutic Support for Families program.
DGS Awarded $25K Project Innovation Grant
DGS has been awarded a $25,000 grant from #ProjectInnovation @NBCUFoundation.
Trauma Awareness Month
May 2021 is the third annual Trauma Awareness Month in Delaware. This year includes a series of webinars, the Compassionate Champion Awards, a State Agency Summit and more events and opportunities to recognize the work taking place across the state.
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