Category: Adulting

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Greater Brockton Healthy Families Steps Up for Kids

March 11, 2025

For Maria Almeida and Georgina Correia, being part of the community is a huge part of their work with Greater Brockton Healthy Families, a program providing free, voluntary, and confidential home-visiting support to first-time moms and dads ages 24 and under. They provide support for child development, family health and nutrition, co–parent coaching, education and … More Greater Brockton Healthy Families Steps Up for Kids

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Breaking the Cycle: How Young Parents Can Create a Positive Home Environment

February 11, 2025

By Georgina Correia — Program Supervisor Greater Brockton Healthy Families Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys, especially for young parents who are navigating their own personal experiences while raising a child. At Greater Brockton Healthy Families, we understand that breaking cycles of generational trauma and fostering a nurturing home environment takes … More Breaking the Cycle: How Young Parents Can Create a Positive Home Environment

The Importance of LGBTQ History Month

October 30, 2023

By: Kylie Spiro, Communications Coordinator, BAMSI In 1999, June officially became Pride Month in the United States. It has since grown into a massive celebration within the LGBTQ+ community. But October marks a perhaps lesser-known month-long celebration, LGBTQ+ History Month. LGBTQ+ History Month was first celebrated in the United States in 1994, the month of … More The Importance of LGBTQ History Month

Dealing with Back-to-School Stress

September 19, 2023

By: Sarah Gonet, Vice President, Development at BAMSI Going back to school is stressful for parents and students across the board, with this stress often being amplified for students with learning disabilities. Characterized by neurological differences that affect how a person processes, store, and communicates information, common learning disabilities including dyslexia, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD and … More Dealing with Back-to-School Stress

Fostering a Supportive Environment in the Community for Harm Reduction Staff

August 15, 2023

By: Emily Ann Richmond, Marketing Coordinator at BAMSI Harm reduction is an essential public health approach aimed at minimizing the negative consequences of risky behaviors, such as substance abuse, without necessarily demanding abstinence. The dedicated and caring individuals who work in the harm reduction field, such as the staff at BAMSI”s Community Outreach, Prevention, and … More Fostering a Supportive Environment in the Community for Harm Reduction Staff

The Power of Giving Back: The Importance of Volunteerism in Building Stronger Communities

April 5, 2023

A volunteer is someone who gives their time, skills, and effort without expecting anything in return. Volunteering is a selfless act that can benefit both the volunteer and the community they serve. By: Gabby Boynton, Director, Communications& Community Relations, BAMSI Volunteerism plays a vital role in strengthening communities. People in need rely on volunteers for … More The Power of Giving Back: The Importance of Volunteerism in Building Stronger Communities

Letting Go of Stigma Surrounding Mental Health

March 7, 2023

Mental Health                  Mental Illness                            Depression     Anxiety     Bipolar Disorder    Schizophrenia    PTSD By: Marsha Weiner, LICSW, Manager of Behavioral Health Services, Signature Healthcare How many times have you heard these terms (above) perhaps related to something you have seen on the news?  Your first thought might be, “Oh that person must have a mental illness or … More Letting Go of Stigma Surrounding Mental Health