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In the Code Switch newsletter, a weekly podcast about race and identity, Leah Donnella explores how to navigate the holidays with relatives whose beliefs deeply conflict with your own. As political and social divides intensify, many face the challenge of breaking bread with loved ones whose decisions may feel morally opposed to their own values. […]
During the pandemic, some low-income families in the U.S. received extra federal aid for buying groceries, a government effort that has since been scaled back. The result is soaring food insecurity among poor households with children, with more than 4 in 10 families who had received the benefit now skipping meals, according to new research. […]
The City of Rochester launched a new program at R-Centers to address the social, and emotional needs of young people and their families. Child and family therapists along with social learning specialists have been added to the staff at some R-Centers. They will be able to intervene with children who are having issues and try […]
Grief is natural human response when you experience the death of a loved one especially a life partner, a child, or a parent. Grief is difficult to process and there is actual science around grief that allows your brain to learn and rewire your neural map. What that means is the way your brain works […]
Brandy Miller was honored by doctors and nurses at Strong Hospital as she donated her organs. Brandy Miller was one of the two women that died in the stampede at the concert at the Main Street Armory last weekend. Doctors and nurses lined the hallways as her body was brought in to donate her organs. […]
Have some fun this weekend! No, really take the time to make the time to have some fun over the weekend. Do something that you love to do that you haven’t done in a long time maybe since childhood. As a matter of fact, with all of the snow we are expected to get this […]
If you are looking for help with a young person that is a family member or friend who is involved with gangs contact Pathways to Peace. If you know of a dispute between youth you can also get in contact with Pathways to Peace via text. You can text or call Pathways to Peace (585) 314-8666. […]
According to a new report by WalletHub, New York is 2023’s third best state to raise a family. In 2022, New York ranked second overall. WalletHub looked at family fun, health and safety, education and child care, affordability and socio-economics across all states. Each of these metrics were ranked out of 50 and each state was given […]
46% of Americans say they would likely support Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson’s presidential run. The Black Adam star, said on CBS Sunday Morning that the idea of running for U.S. president is “off the table” because his priority and focus is his family. “It’s off the table,” the pro wrestler turned movie superstar said, repeating […]
Looking for information on housing, social services, or mental health? Make sure you lock this date in your calendar for Saturday, August 20th. The Community Total Health & Wellness Fair will help anyone one in need of services provided by the City of Rochester and Monroe County. The fair will be at International Plaza 838 […]