November 2024 Newsletter

A Message from your Executive Director

Happy November!

Well, here we are…. Two months left of 2024 and a new year of amazing opportunities and challenges await us in 2025. As I began preparing for November, I remembered a fun activity I did one year with my students to remind us that no matter our struggles or setbacks, there is something we can do each day to help us propel in a positive and forward motion. My class created a compilation of gratitude cards and shared them with others throughout the month. It was fun listening to them reflect on the difference it made in their daily personal interactions with others and how they thought of themselves. While we are all not able to get together and create cards and reflect on our experiences together, we can collectively challenge ourselves to find ways to share thoughts of gratitude with ourselves and others. So here is my challenge to you for November. Use the calendar below to not only remind yourself of opportunities to show gratitude, but to empower others to find them as well.

-Brenda Willson, Executive Director

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Our Certified Family Support Partners have a wealth of personal experience navigating all facets of the children's mental health system. They are ready to help guide you on your own journey.

Did you know? We offer presentations about FYIdaho to providers and community events.

Contact one of our Certified Family Support Partners!

Call us at 208-433-8845 or email info@fyidaho.org

Is your teen looking for after school extracurricular activities? Check out the Boise Brick House!

704 N. 7th St.

Boise, ID 83702

The Boise Brick House is a teen-driven after school drop-in center for relaxation with friends, homework, free food, fun activities, and empowering conversations about mental wellness!

We operate Mon-Weds from 3-5 pm and on Wednesdays we host Magic the Gathering!

Some of our recent and upcoming activities include:

Fruit smoothies + Kahoot
Sensory bottles + bagels
Therapy dogs & coloring
Finger painting & fries
Italian soda bar + Jenga
Muffins + mindfulness walk
LOTS AND LOTS OF FALL CRAFTS!

Not in Boise but still want to participate?

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Join us for our online November support groups!

1) Afternoon Caregivers' Support Group

First Thursday of the month at 12:00 PM

November 7th, 2024

FYIdaho Family Support Partner Rochelle Bettis will facilitate a discussion among parent peers to help you manage the stresses of what can be an isolating journey at times. Also for parents and caregivers who need support as their child transitions to residential care or back to home.

2) Noon Coffee Chat: Feedback and Support

Second Thursday of the month at 12:00 PM

November 14th, 2024

Join FYIdaho staff to discuss YES (Youth Empowerment Services) and find support/provide input for challenges you are facing. Parent voice is valued!

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAREGIVERS!

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Do you have a child receiving mental health care?

We want to hear from you! One+ hour per month, paid opportunity to share your voice and experience. Make a difference!

Now that our kids are settling into the school year, let's pause for some self-care before the holidays.

Contact info@fyidaho.org for info on our no-pressure, virtual book club. Read and discuss Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff, available at https://a.co/d/9ZRcEoz or check with your local library.

Every second Wednesday of the month, FYIdaho will be hosting Community Connections, a drop-in style open house for families, youth, and community partners focused around mental health and well-being.

Date: November 13, 2024

Time: 1-3 pm

Location: Boise Brick House @ 704 N 7th St, Boise, ID 83702

- Tour the Boise Brick House

- Ask questions

- Find resources

- Engage with community partners

- Make connections

Additional November Resources:

Find more information:

https://www.childwelfare.gov/adoptionmonth/about-national-adoption-month/

https://www.nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/

https://www.1800runaway.org/prevention-education/youth-hope-month

https://www.rhyttac.net/november-is-national-runaway-prevention-month

https://www.savethechildren.org/us/charity-stories/world-kindness day#:~:text=World%20Kindness%20Day%20will%20be,the%20common%20thread%20of%20kindness.

https://www.unesco.org/en/days/tolerance

https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/students-day/

https://glaad.org/tdor/

https://glaad.org/transweek/

https://afsp.org/international-survivors-of-suicide-loss-day/

https://www.un.org/en/observances/ending-violence-against-women-day