#support-services
#support-services

Mission District

San Jose safe parking no better than street life, residents say - San Jose Spotlight

fromHigh Country News

Non-profit organizations

How a crucial homeless shelter in Boise was obstructed by neighbors - High Country News

fromKqed

1 week ago

San Francisco

SF Homeless Agency Walks Back More Restrictive Policy on Family Shelter Stays | KQED

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Mission District

San Jose safe parking no better than street life, residents say - San Jose Spotlight

fromHigh Country News

Non-profit organizations

How a crucial homeless shelter in Boise was obstructed by neighbors - High Country News

more#homelessness

fromDocumented

Where To Leave My Kids While I'm At Work? Get Free Child Care in NYC - Documented

NYC offers free and affordable child care programs accessible to all, regardless of immigration status.

London politics

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Why victims are quitting the criminal justice system

Victims of sexual assault often abandon cases due to insensitivity from law enforcement during the reporting process.

#tragedy

London

Happy' boy, 12, who died in Lewisham flat fire had bright future ahead'

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

London politics

South London school pays tribute after 'much-loved' pupil, 15, dies following medical emergency

London

Happy' boy, 12, who died in Lewisham flat fire had bright future ahead'

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

London politics

South London school pays tribute after 'much-loved' pupil, 15, dies following medical emergency

more#tragedy

Soccer (FIFA)

3 weeks ago

Ex-Arsenal player charged with rape and sexual assault of three women

Thomas Partey has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault.

#child-abuse

Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

Mental health

Rosie O'Donnell Revealed Her "Safe" Friendship With Convicted Murderer Lyle Menendez

Public health

People Are Sharing First Signs That A Kid Has Terrible Parents, And It's Heartbreaking To Say The Least

Mental health

Rosie O'Donnell Revealed Her "Safe" Friendship With Convicted Murderer Lyle Menendez

NYC LGBT

Nonprofit Qaravan is helping LGBTQ immigrants fleeing persecution and war

fromCity & State NY

In upstate New York, LGBTQ+ service providers are being pushed to the edge

A 16-year-old LGBTQ+ teen was homeless after coming out, facing challenges due to lack of local support in Utica, New York.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

SF LGBT

Doubly targeted:' LGBTQ+ immigrants are finding support at Berkeley nonprofit

fromCbsnews

NYC LGBT

Nonprofit Qaravan is helping LGBTQ immigrants fleeing persecution and war

fromCity & State NY

In upstate New York, LGBTQ+ service providers are being pushed to the edge

A 16-year-old LGBTQ+ teen was homeless after coming out, facing challenges due to lack of local support in Utica, New York.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

SF LGBT

Doubly targeted:' LGBTQ+ immigrants are finding support at Berkeley nonprofit

more#lgbtq

'Safe space' for women and girls launched in East London, acting as a 'one-stop shop' for support

Director of services Dali Kaur believes the hub, which is looking to hire school tutors and childcare providers, help girls who are not allowed in the same spaces as boys.

London startup

East London safe space for women and girls opens

The hub provides a vital support system for young women, respecting cultural sensitivities while offering essential services, fostering an environment of safety and empowerment.

London startup

Parenting

Asking Eric: They reported me to child services. Should I report their situation as well?

Seek help for your fiancé's father through Adult Protective Services if he poses a risk to himself or is unable to care for his basic needs.

NYC real estate

fromGothamist

These landlords promised to house dozens of once homeless New Yorkers. Now they're evicting them.

Supportive housing providers are issuing eviction warrants for nearly 300 vulnerable tenants this year, indicating systemic failures in tenant support.

#mental-health

fromCreative Bloq

Mental health

Watch out Amazon, there's a new smile logo in town

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

State to Allocate $85M Over 5 Years to Support Disability Transitions

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an $85 million initiative to support adults with mental illness and disabilities in transitioning to independent living.

NYC startup

fromwww.amny.com

Healing together: How ASafeSpaceMentor is changing the mental health landscape | amNewYork

ASafeSpaceMentor provides free mental health support aimed at promoting equity in BIPOC communities.

fromCreative Bloq

Mental health

Watch out Amazon, there's a new smile logo in town

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

State to Allocate $85M Over 5 Years to Support Disability Transitions

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an $85 million initiative to support adults with mental illness and disabilities in transitioning to independent living.

NYC startup

fromwww.amny.com

Healing together: How ASafeSpaceMentor is changing the mental health landscape | amNewYork

ASafeSpaceMentor provides free mental health support aimed at promoting equity in BIPOC communities.

more#mental-health

A chat, a snack and a chance to cool down: How one California school district kept far fewer kids from getting in trouble

If a student needs time, she gives it to them. She invites them to make themselves at home, points them to the adult coloring books and puzzles.

SF parents

fromwww.theguardian.com

Ministers oblivious' to UK's scale of violence against women and girls, say MPs

Government ministers must take stronger action to address the alarming rise in violence against women and girls, as current measures are insufficient.

London politics

Pregnant domestic abuse survivor fleeing ex told by London council 'patch up smashed front door with cardboard'

Hounslow Council's response to a pregnant woman's domestic violence concerns lacked empathy and failed to address her vulnerabilities effectively.

#immigration

fromwww.npr.org

US news

First group of white South African Afrikaner refugees due to arrive in U.S.

US politics

Opinion: Official English hits differently coming from this White House

Trump's English language declaration exacerbates the struggle for non-English-speaking immigrants by eliminating essential language support services.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

First group of white South African Afrikaner refugees due to arrive in U.S.

US politics

Opinion: Official English hits differently coming from this White House

Trump's English language declaration exacerbates the struggle for non-English-speaking immigrants by eliminating essential language support services.

more#immigration

SF LGBT

fromwww.theguardian.com

UK gender ruling ignites debate over trans-inclusive services at women's refuges

Trans-inclusive policies in support services are generally not problematic, as highlighted by Katie Russell from SARSVL.

fromwww.theguardian.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Rod Stewart pays for autism diagnosis of boy waiting for three years

Rod Stewart has stepped in to pay for a child's autism diagnosis after a three-year wait, highlighting pressing issues in Scotland's healthcare system.

SF parents

#domestic-abuse

UK news

Over a quarter of domestic abuse services having to turn children away

fromwww.independent.co.uk

London

Domestic abuse advisors to strike 'indefinitely'

UK news

Over a quarter of domestic abuse services having to turn children away

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

London

Domestic abuse advisors to strike 'indefinitely'

more#domestic-abuse

Mental health

Texas State Helps Students Bounce Back From 2.0 GPA

Texas State University is implementing 'Bobcats Bounce Back' to aid students on academic probation in enhancing resilience and study skills.

fromLos Angeles Times

With hopes for asylum in U.S. dashed, migrants in Tijuana ponder next moves

Slavik's attempt to seek asylum highlights the desperation and challenges faced by migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

UK news

Comedian Russell Brand charged with rape

Russell Brand faces multiple charges relating to sexual assaults against four women reported between 1999 and 2005.

fromSun Sentinel

1 in 6 Jewish couples faces infertility - this foundation has arrived in South Florida hoping to help

Elana Frank, CEO and founder of the Jewish Fertility Foundation, emphasizes a commitment to support Jewish couples facing infertility by expanding services and providing financial assistance.

Fundraising

44 Shocking Secrets People Will Never Share With Their Parents

Multiple helplines are available for abuse, assault, mental health, eating disorders, and substance abuse support.

Death of brother and sister in south London treated as suspected murder-suicide

Police suspect murder-suicide in the deaths of a brother and sister in Thamesmead, with no other suspects sought.

Toronto startup

fromwww.cbc.ca

This new affordable project for homeless women will change lives, advocates say | CBC News

St. Felix Centre will launch Hope House in May 2025, providing affordable housing for homeless women and children in Toronto.

fromBronx Times

Online Community Development

Op-ed: NYC firefighters are in critical need of support for available mental health counseling - Bronx Times

Firefighters face significant emotional tolls, necessitating increased mental health support amid growing demand that exceeds current services.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Support system for Ontarians with developmental disabilities on 'verge of collapse': coalition | CBC News

Ontario's developmental disability support system is facing a crisis with insufficient funding and long waitlists for essential services.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Cyberstalking and the Role of Mental Health Professionals

Cyberstalking involves harassment through digital means, impacting individuals significantly and necessitating mental health support.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Trump freeze on resettlement funding leaves new refugees scrambling to adjust in U.S.

The Trump administration's refugee policy change left many refugees without support, creating significant challenges for their adaptation in the U.S.

London politics

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Croydon Council insists carer centre will remain open - but there are still concerns

Carers express deep concerns about the future of support services in Croydon amid council changes.

London startup

New Greenwich centre set to open to help young people live independently

The LifeSkills Centre provides essential skills training for young people to ensure readiness for independent living.

Mental health

fromIrish Independent

Eating disorder sufferers 'being failed by the State' for lack of services and hospital beds

The lack of awareness about eating disorders significantly affects treatment and recovery efforts.

Government standardization on eating disorder education is needed to change current narratives.

London startup

fromBusiness Matters

Manchester Bedding Supplier Expands into Consumer Sales with Temu

Will expanded his bedding business model by selling directly to consumers via Temu, enhancing revenue streams.

Temu's support helped Will transition to B2C sales effectively and quickly.

SF parents

Richard E. Grant Just Recalled The Terrifying Time His Dad Tried To Shoot Him When He Was 15 Years Old

Resources are available for victims of sexual assault and child abuse through hotlines that provide immediate assistance.

Wellness

fromScary Mommy

What Is A Serenity Suite? Details On The Private Hospital Space

Serenity suites provide grieving parents a private place to process pregnancy loss, improving emotional support during a distressing time.

Juventus

fromwww.90min.com