By Lindsay Goldman, MSW What's a Social Adult Day Program? A social adult day program provides structure, support and stimulation to older adults living in the community, as well as a break for their caregivers. Social adult day programs, when coordinated with...
Kids & Families
How to Help Your Kids Cope During Your Divorce
Family relations before the split can be a major factor in children’s behavioral and emotional difficulties. So consider that ending an unhappy marriage might be a healthier choice than staying in one.
Relationship Changes When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
By Sherry Katz, MSW, LCSW Here are some suggestions for family members who sometimes feel upset or lost upon hearing their family member with Alzheimer's disease say some startlingly strange comments. Because people who have Alzheimer's disease loses their thinking...
The Importance of Play for Children
Children learn and grow through play; so as a parent, you must incorporate play into your child’s daily life.
How Social Workers Work with Male Batterers
By Katherine van Wormer, MSSW, PhD Domestic violence remains a major cause of physical and psychological injury to women. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that at least 85% of the victims of domestic violence are women. Women are far more likely than men to be...
Managing Children’s Anger About Divorce or Separation
By Thalia Ferenc, MSW, MA, LMSW Introduction What's a parent to do? Encourage Feeling Expression in Words Encourage Feeling Expression Without Words Limit Out of Bounds Angry Behavior Avoid the Blame Trap Introduction Anger is a common and legitimate emotion felt by...
The Brady Bunch and Other Stepfamily Myths
By Bari Benjam, LCSW, BCD Introduction Love Occurs Instantly Between the Child and Stepparent Stepmothers Are Wicked Children Adjust to Divorce and Remarriage More Easily If Biological Fathers or Mothers Withdraw Conclusion Introduction The television...
Explaining Suicide to Children
By Lauren Schneider, MSW, LCSW Introduction For very young children For adolescents Introduction One of the most challenging types of loss a bereavement counselor or therapist will be faced with is that of a family dealing with a death by suicide. Each...
How to Help Your Child Cope With a Bully
By Lynn Hagan, PsyD, CTRL, LCSW Introduction In handling bullies, parent's must keep in mind that they not only have to protect their child, but also make sure that their child is able to "save face" on the playground. Clearly, there are some things to avoid in...
Who Gets to Attend the School Play? Stepfamily Issues
By Brenda Rodstrom, MSW, LCSW Whenever summer is winding down, the anticipation of a new school year begins. Kids are wondering about new teachers, new classes, and the myriad of school activities. Some of these activities will involve parents. For parents who are...
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Tips for older adults to remain active and engaged
By Sherry Saturno, LCSW, LNHA, DCSW As executive director of Gramatan Village, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to work with vibrant and active older adults. I have witnessed countless times how critical the importance of human relationships and connection is...
Talking to Your Kids About School Violence
By Nancy Kislin, LCSW It’s no surprise that children are being traumatized by the fear of being shot to death in school. Monthly lockdown drills, active shooter drills and evacuation drills are causing anxiety and depression in children. The sad reality is that...
Vegas Shooting Survivors May Still Face Trauma
On Oct. 1, 2017, 64-year-old Stephen Paddock opened fire from his room far above the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas into crowds at a country music festival below. In 10 minutes, he killed 58 people, injured more than 850 people and left the country in...