by Casey Lozier | Aug 7, 2025 | Mental & Behavioral Health
Federal Funding Cut for 988 LGBTQ+ Option Last month, federal funding was cut from the 988 suicide prevention hotline that provided counseling to LGBTQ+ young adults upon request. The “Press Option 3,” which was piloted beginning in 2022, specifically provided support...
by Casey Lozier | Aug 7, 2025 | Foster Care & Adoption
Creating and Using Behavior Charts That Really Work Behavior charts can be a powerful tool for caregivers to support positive behaviors and create clear, consistent expectations in the home. When used according to best practices, they foster cooperation, build trust,...
by Casey Lozier | Aug 7, 2025 | Foster Care & Adoption
Tips for a Smooth Back to School Transition As summer winds down and the new school year looms, you may be feeling the pressure of shifting routines, earlier bedtimes, and school lunch planning. For foster families, the back-to-school transition can come with...
by Casey Lozier | Aug 6, 2025 | Organizational News
WIDE 3.0 launches this summer with the hiring of Dr. Andrea Hendricks, a consultant who will take our welcoming, inclusive, diverse, and equitable planning toward fully embedded implementation. Dr. Hendricks began her work last month, meeting key leadership, attending...
by Casey Lozier | Aug 1, 2025 | Education, Trauma-Informed Care
During the 2024–2025 school year, a rural Missouri school embraced the BIST (Behavior Intervention Support Team) philosophy building-wide and saw remarkable results. One of the most powerful success stories involved a sixth-grade student facing significant behavioral...
