Our hearts are broken: a message from Hathaway-Sycamores CEO
Our hearts are broken by the recent events and the killing of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and more. These tragedies continue to surface the racism that exists. As an organization our shared values and beliefs recognize that systematic racism and implicit bias are real and that as an organization we must model and advocate for diversity, inclusion, justice and equity. Where we start is coming together. We will not solve this problem overnight. We can begin by having...
Read MoreSharing Our Advocacy Work
Essential Workers at Hathaway-Sycamores Help Foster Youth During COVID-19 I am delighted to share with you a video that Hathaway-Sycamores created to shed light on the critical work taking place right now at our El Nido residential campus for foster youth. As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, we are providing essential services to a vulnerable population of children, however, child welfare and behavioral health organizations like Hathaway-Sycamores are at risk of severe budget cuts, which will...
Read MoreHathaway-Sycamores Transition Age Youth Program in the News
NBC Los Angeles News reported on Thursday, May 7, 2020 how Hathaway-Sycamores is continuing to help foster youth find work and housing after they age out of the system — something particularly important during the pandemic. Grateful to be in a safe place now, former foster youth Austin Clements shares how Hathaway-Sycamores has helped him get housing.
Read MoreGiving Tuesday Now
Thank you to everyone who participated in Giving Tuesday Now on May 5, 2020! This global day of unity was created as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Hathaway-Sycamores joined together with nonprofits from all over the world to drive an influx of generosity, citizen engagement and philanthropic activation to the work we are doing in our communities. We are so grateful to all our friends and supporters who donated to Hathaway-Sycamores, and the words of...
Read MoreWays to Keep Children Occupied During the COVID-19 Outbreak
For many parents the COVID-19 outbreak has made their job more challenging than ever. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers the following tips to help keep children and families calm, healthy, and engaged in constructive activities while schools are closed and families practice being safer at home: Make a plan. Talk with your kids about what your daily structure will be, how you will handle stress, and when you will take breaks from tele-work or schoolwork to relax and connect with each...
Read MoreHathaway-Sycamores is Open and Providing Services
Hathaway-Sycamores is open and continuing to provide mental health services to the children, young adults and families in our community during the COVID-19 outbreak. In compliance with the latest guidelines about social distancing, we are now offering services online and over the phone. If you are interested in receiving mental health services, please call (844) 222-2377 for more information. These are challenging times – each of us may need extra support to make sure we are taking care of...
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