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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 2d

New blog post just dropped on our website! Thank you to longtime Rainbows supporter Michelle Vale, for sharing her story and a hopeful message to kids everywhere through her book, "The Colors of Life."
Blogpost here: https://rainbows.org/turning-storms-into-rainbows-with-the-colors-of-life/

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 3d

Exciting Rainbows news incoming! After tons of wonderful feedback from our facilitators, and the hard work of our staff, we are excited to announce that our updated and improved virtual training will go live this January!

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 5d

On our final episode of, "The Rainbows Chats," before our break, we spoke to current participant, Alden, about being in the Rainbows program and what it has taught him.

Tune in at 4PM CT on YouTube for the full episode!

The Rainbows Chats: Episode - 16 Alden

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 6d

Today we honor and celebrate Indigenous People's Day! Check out @center4native for resources specific to Native American children's mental health.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #NativeYouth #SupportIndigenousYouth

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 11d

It's Resource Wednesday! This week we are highlighting the organization, "Good Grief."

Check out this resource at: https://good-grief.org/ or by visiting our death resource page at rainbows.org.

#resources #griefsupport #griefresources

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 11d

We sat down with Executive Director Stephanie Garrity on Episode 15 of, "The Rainbows Chats," and discussed her take on the state of mental health resources and what she thinks makes Rainbows so special.

Tune in at 4PM CT on YouTube for the full video!

The Rainbows Chats: Episode 15 - Stephanie Garrity

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 13d

Only three weeks until our very first parent newsletter drops! Get on the list today to receive quarterly advice for parenting through loss and uncertainty through the seasons.

Sign up at the link in our bio!

#parentingthroughgrief #griefsupportforfamilies #parentingresources

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 17d

Big things are coming this fall, exclusively on Instagram! Don't miss out on special programming, helpful resources, and more! Follow us today and stay connected! https://www.instagram.com/rainbows_for_all_children/
#rainbowsforallchildren

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 17d

It's Resource Wednesday! This week we are highlighting the organization, "Project Avery."

Check out this resource at: https://www.projectavary.org/ or by visiting our incarceration resource page at rainbows.org.

#resources #helpchildrencope #childrenofinmates

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 19d

Vice President of Rainbows' Governing Board, Patrick Martin, shared his Rainbows story with us on this week's installment of "The Rainbows Chats."

Tune into the premiere at 4PM CT on YouTube to see the full interview!

The Rainbows Chats: Episode 14 - Patrick Martin

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 20d

Only one month until our very first parent newsletter drops! Get on the list today to receive quarterly advice for parenting through loss and uncertainty through the seasons.

Sign up at the link in our bio!

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 22d

We are excited to welcome two new interns to our team this fall! Help us welcome Vrinda and Ethan to the Rainbows Network and Community!
#internship #internappreciation #rainbowsforallchildren

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 23d

Around this time last year we had Dr. Cathy Humikowsi guest author on our blog!

Check out what she has to say about the long term health effects that trauma can have on children.

https://rainbows.org/adverse-childhood-experiences-aces-and-long-term-physical-and-mental-health/

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 25d

It's Resource Wednesday! This week we are highlighting, "Chronically Ill Parents: Helping Children Cope."
Check out this resource at: http://www.igliving.com/magazine/articles/IGL_2013-08_AR_Chronically-Ill-Parents-Helping-Children-Cope.pdf or by visiting our resource page at rainbows.org.

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 26d

Dana Feldstein did amazing work this summer as Rainbows' Program Intern! In our most recent episode of "The Rainbows Chats," she shares her experience working in the office and facilitating virtual groups.

Tune in to the premiere on YouTube at 4PM CT!

The Rainbows Chats: Episode 13 - Dana Feldstein

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 27d

Yesterday was International Day of Peace! In observance of the holiday, the Rainbows offices will be closed today. We encourage our community to set aside a moment for peace and mindfulness today, so that we may all contribute to a more peaceful world. 🌈

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · 29d

The Rainbows team is excited to welcome our two new part-time development coordinators, Maura Rogan and Mary Gembicki! We are thrilled to have their energy and experience join the Rainbows mission of supporting youth navigating loss and uncertainty. 🌈

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 18

We are seeking applicants for our Associate Council! Are you a young professional looking to make a difference? Apply today by completing this short online application: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/BZMi4MX0bv9VMtyNWyoGeg

Questions? Contact us at [email protected].

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 17

It's Resource Wednesday! This week we are highlighting the article, "Crisis Planning for Parents with Shared Custody."

Check out this resource at: by visiting our divorce/separation resource page at rainbows.org.

#divorceresources #parentingthroughdivorce

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 16

Premiering today! Alice Carol Colao of Monmouth, NJ shared her years of Rainbows experience with us on, "The Rainbows Chats: Episode 12."
Tune in to watch the full episode premier at 4PM CST on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CuucMaierus
#testimonials #rainbowsforallchildren #youthgrief

The Rainbows Chats: Episode 12 - Alice Carol Colao

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Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 15

We had a fantastic time last week at our annual women’s empowerment event, “EmpowHER: Life in Full Color.” Thank you to our attendees for making it such a wonderful evening of community and women supporting women!
#rainbowsforallchildren #womensupportingwomen #womensempowerment

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 12

We had an awesome time at last night's EmpowHER event! It was truly an inspiring night of women supporting women and coming together as a community. We can't wait to see you all again next year. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for attending!

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 11

Can't make it to EmpowHER tonight? You can still support Rainbows and woman-lead business! Through this Sunday, September 14th, use give-back code: GIVEBACK-JZYFJ at any Kendra Scott retailer, and a portion of the sale comes back to supporting youth navigating grief and loss.

Happy EmpowHER!

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 11

It's finally here! We can't wait to see this strong community of women grow and learn from each other tonight!

Reminder: EmpowHER will take place at the A& B Amenity Center, 12th Floor, 161 N. Clark, Chicago 60601. Check in starts at 4pm!

See you soon!

Rainbows for All Children @rainbowsfac.bsky.social · Sep 10

It's Resource Wednesday! Check out sesameworkshop.org, a wonderful site with loads of great resources for how to talk to young people about grief. Link: https://sesameworkshop.org/topics/grief/
#resources #griefresources #sesameworkshop #toughtopics