Family Wellness
King Philip, Norfolk, Plainville & Wrentham Schools, 4/2024
KPHS Students Present on Microaggressions and Bystander Interventions and Microaggressions
Under the direction of Dr. Erin Nerlino, KP English Language Arts educator, King Philip students trained in bystander interventions, recently presented to KPHS faculty and Wrentham Schools faculty. Their authentic and impactful presentations support safe, supportive schools.
Bone Marrow Donor Registration Event
King Philip Nurse Leader Tara Esposito, has organized a bone marrow registry event to support a KPHS student and others in need of bone marrow donations. The event will include food trucks, touch a truck, resource dogs, and more.
KP Active Minds Students Attended Kyle Cares Conference
Active Minds is a national organization focused on mental health awareness, help-seeking, and reduction of stigma. Representatives of KP Active Minds Chapter attended the Kyle Cares Foundation Conference at Gillette Stadium with 34 other Active Minds high school chapters to learn about mental health, self-care, and coping strategies.
Ideas for Healthy, Family Fun During School Vacation Week
For those staying in the area for vacation week. there are several opportunities throughout the state. Have a safe, and enjoyable week whether you are traveling or staying local.
Massachusetts State Parks offer outdoor experiences and special programs.
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/april-school-vacation-week-programs
Community Kangaroo, a resource begun by a MetroWest Mom, provides calendar listings of activities taking place during April vacation. For activities in the Norfolk, Plainville, Wrentham, Mansfield and Foxborough area, https://communitykangaroo.com/foxboro/april-fun/
Visitma.com provides information about opportunities for learning, creativity, physical activity, and more. https://www.visitma.com/things-to-do/holidays/april-vacation/
Boston Discovery Guide is another resource for things to do in Boston during April.
More local and state activities for staying active can be found on the Family Wellness Resources Website.
NEW SERVICE!
Families for Depression Awareness is offering a FREE Care Coaching Service for
those who may have a family member in a psychiatric hospital or attending a residential program out of the home. Families may also be worried about this member's return to the home. A brief eligibility form is provided. Form
Dr. Sadfar Medina's Parent/Caregiver Presentation - Tips for Talking about Drugs & Alcohol in Today's World
In late February we hosted Dr. Safdar Medina, the Pediatric Director at Tri-River Health Center In Uxbridge, and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at UMass Chan Medical Center. His presentation, Edibles, Vapes & Spiked Seltzers: Tips for Talking to Teens about Drugs and Alcohol in Today's World, was informative and engaging. The information shared may raise awareness for parents of upper elementary, middle school, and high school youth. In addition to a wellness resource table, Healthy KP Substance Use Coalition, SAFE Coalition, Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline, and Massachusetts Substance Use Prevention Helpline shared resources.
For those who were unable to attend, he has shared his presentation.
Edibles, Vapes & Spiked Seltzers and More: Tips for Talking to Your Teens about Drugs & Alcohol in Today’s World
Set To Go- Supporting Well-being During Transition out of High School
The JED Foundation's Set to Go platform is a resource to help prepare youth for their transition out of high school with less stress and more confidence. Set to Go's four-part email series is curated with care for students, parents, and educators. The tips, tools, and resources focus on supporting well-being through this transition. Topics in their email series include managing stress, building confidence, making connections, and more.
Students, parents and educators can sign up at this link.
Parenting Support Groups and Helpline
Parents Helping Parents hosts several virtual support groups for parents focused on various needs and situations. Registration links are embedded in titles.
- Parenting as a BIPOC Support Group: Tuesdays @ 7 pm EST
- Parenting LGBTQ Kids: Tuesdays @ 9 pm EST
- Parenting Highly Sensitive Kids: Mondays @ 8 PM EST
- View other groups
Parent Stress Helpline
Confidential helpline for parents and caregivers who need to discuss issues related to parenting. That includes but is not limited to moms, dads, childcare providers, grandparents, neighbors, concerned older siblings, foster parents, and babysitters. 24/7, non-judgemental support. Translation services are available.
1-800-632-8188
Email: pearld@kingphilip.org; dpearl@norfolk.k12.ma.us;
dpearl@plainville.k12.ma.us; pearld@wrenthamschools.org
Website: Family Wellness Resources
Location: 18 King Street, Norfolk, MA, USA
Phone: 508 520-7991, ext. 2312