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November 2020 Cinema Recommendations
If you’re not really a T.V. or movie-watching type of person, the weather during the Spring and Summer was on your side. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we had to find alternative ways of entertaining ourselves like going on nature walks, outdoor skating, or having an outdoor picnic. As it turns colder around the U.S., some of us—those who prefer not to be outside in the cold for too long—have even fewer options now. So, even if you weren’t originally a T.V. and movie-watching kind of person, you might have given in a little by now. That’s where we come in.
A Parent’s Role in Fighting the Bully
Being a confident parent is a great way to help your child face and defeat bullies. There are various ways you can stay aware and active in order to help your child defeat their bullies.
Seraaj Family Homes, Inc. Goes to Seoul, South Korea
When SFH went to South Korea in September 2009, we were invited to teach our service delivery methodology. South Korea was looking for opportunities to partner with organizations like SFH to learn to deliver and implement quality social services.
Down Syndrome Influencers that are Rocking that Extra Chromosome
Down Syndrome presents a set of challenges that no longer end the rights to independence. People with Down Syndrome can live independently and pursue passions and dreams in many industries with the right support and encouragement.
What People with Mental Illness Want You to Know
By Intisar Seraaj This year, from October 4 until October 10 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. The theme for 2020 is “What People with Mental Illness Want You to Know.” First, let’s start with the basics. One in five American adults has a mental illness, according to...
Celebrating World Cerebral Palsy Day
October 6 is World Cerebral Palsy Day. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, CP includes a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood. CP can be caused by variables such as brain damage in the first few months or years of life, infections such as meningitis or encephalitis, or even sickle cell disease.
Seraaj Family Homes is on a Mission to Serve
Seraaj Family Homes, Inc. has established its mission on building partnerships with surrounding community resources and using a village approach to providing healing to families through therapeutic foster care services.
Supporting the Journey to Addiction Recovery
Recovery from drug or alcohol addiction is a tough journey, especially when the person fighting has the custody of their children to fight for as well. How they are supported in their journey can make or break their spirit in this battle.
The Fight Against Childhood Obesity
Obesity is a disease and it is not an easy fix. Science and medicine can provide more in-depth information on health and wellness than ever before, improving our guidelines for nutrition. We now know that nutrition plays a major role in behavior and properly developing cognitive functions in children.
Knowing the Difference Between the Symptoms of Allergy Season vs. COVID-19
With flu season and fall allergy season here, it’s hard to differentiate between the signs because they have several overlapping symptoms. With kids back in school and COVID-19 cases still on the rise in the U.S., it’s important to know the difference for your “peace of mind.”