For the Bounce Coalition, 2023 was a year for continued growth, deepening of partnerships, and increased reach. As we begin planning for some exciting work for the year ahead, we would like to take a look back at the great work done in 2023 and acknowledge and thank all those [...]
Schools play a crucial role in shaping the lives of children, and the Bounce Coalition is dedicated to revolutionizing this impact. With a mission to foster trauma-informed school cultures, Bounce is actively collaborating with diverse community partners to address the root causes of poor health in vulnerable populations. In Kentucky, [...]
At times, it seems the emotional and physical toll of being a caregiver leaves little time for you to care for yourself or to connect with others that may share your experiences. Kinship Families Coalition of Kentucky and Bounce Coalition want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. The [...]
Blog is originally posted on Kentucky Youth Advocates. Parental Incarceration Awareness Month falls in October and sheds light on an often overlooked issue that affects countless families across the nation. Over 32,00 people in Kentucky are incarcerated in jails and prisons, leaving Kentucky ranked the 7th highest incarceration rate in the world – [...]
Blog originally published on faceitabuse.org As our students settle into a new school year it is important to know that many of them continue to struggle with mental health issues, with one being suicidal ideation. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) suicide is the second leading cause of [...]
Children and youth in the United States are experiencing a profound mental health crisis. Among youth ages 12 to 17 who experienced a major depressive episode, nearly half perceived that the COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected their mental health. Emergency department visits for mental health concerns have also increased significantly. These [...]
What are ACEs and toxic stress? Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic or stressful events that occur prior to the age of 18. ACEs cause toxic stress, which can harm a child’s brain and result in problems with behavior, learning, and even making friends. Nearly three decades of scientific research has [...]
Blog originally published on Kentucky Youth Advocates. For some of us, the name Fred McFeely Rogers may have no meaning. However, if you grew up before cell phones or social media, and you heard a certain theme song you might smile or sing along. Fred Rogers created the iconic [...]
As summer comes to an end and our kiddos return to the classrooms, it’s vital to understand the impact that bullying has on children. With August being ‘Don’t be a Bully month,’ it’s a perfect time to learn about what you can do to take action and stand up for [...]
In the realm of mental health, it is crucial to recognize and address the unique challenges faced by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) populations. Culture, community, and connection are pillars that support and uplift BIPOC individuals in the face of oppression and systemic racism, and allow inspiration to [...]
