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Request for Proposals – Community Mediation Training for Mobile Crisis Responders and Supervisors
RFP: Community Mediation Training for Mobile Crisis Responders and Supervisors Overview: CommUnity Crisis Services is seeking proposals from qualified training providers to deliver mediation skills training to its Mobile Crisis Response team. Mobile crisis responders are frequently called to situations
A vision for a stronger Johnson County
A vision for a stronger Johnson County By Sarah Nelson, CommUnity CEO Originally published as a guest column in The Gazette At CommUnity Crisis Services, we believe public safety lies in collaboration. Every day, Johnson County law enforcement officers,
Little Sluggers Club
Little Sluggers Club We’re excited to launch a brand-new way for kids to join the fight against hunger during Strike Out Hunger! This year, children can join the Little Slugger’s Club, a fun, interactive activity booklet to help kids
Helping Youth Thrive After Crisis Care
Helping Youth Thrive After Crisis Care When a young person leaves crisis care, the journey doesn’t just stop there. In many ways, that’s when the real work begins – figuring out how to navigate school, relationships, emotions, stress, and everyday
Texting 988: Meeting Kids Where They Are
Texting 988: Meeting Kids Where They Are As we begin Children’s Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s important to recognize that support doesn’t look the same for everyone, especially for young people. When someone is in crisis, the way they reach
A Message to Our Volunteers
A Message to Our Volunteers Volunteer Appreciation Week is one of our favorite times of the year at CommUnity Food Bank and for good reason. It’s a chance to pause and recognize the incredible people who make this work possible
Closing the Gap: Why Diapers Matter and How You Can Help
Closing the Gap: Why Diapers Matter and How You Can Help Diapers are one of the most essential items for families with young children, but unlike many other necessities, they fall outside the safety net of public assistance. The Supplemental
CommUnity Baby Shower
CommUnity Baby Shower According to recent* data, 1 in 2 U.S. families with young children cannot afford enough diapers to keep their infant or child clean, dry, and healthy. These babies are more vulnerable to painful rashes and urinary tract