February 14, 2023: Heartbreak for families & our communities - Time to support one another. Dear Starfish Family, Today – Valentine’s Day – is usually about sharing love and kindness. Yet today my heart is broken rather than celebrating. Yesterday, a shooting at Michigan State University took the lives of three people and left five people injured. This awful and jarring event being so close to home means that we may know someone who was directly impacted or see that there is greater impact to those around us. I also know that MSU is place so many in our broader Starfish family have powerful connections and memories. This is a horrific tragedy for every family, young person, child, or member of the campus community that has been impacted. Our condolences go out to families and friends who are navigating the unimaginable. Our children – all ages – should not have to live in fear when they go to school or off to college. Any space of learning and exploration … [Read more...]
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Talking to children about racialized violence: Tips & Support from Starfish behavioral health and DEI experts
Racialized violence can be scary and confusing for kids. The recent murder of Tyre Nichols and following media coverage and exposure may have the children in your life asking questions or feeling powerful emotions. As caregivers it's important for us to talk with our children to help them process their feelings and what happened, but how can we do that if we feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable ourselves? Check out some helpful tips to help you feel prepared and in control of your emotions when talking with kids about racialized violence. … [Read more...]