In Pennsylvania, over 40% of students report feeling depressed or anxious "most of the time," according to the PA Youth Survey (PAYS). Even more concerning, 60% of children who die by suicide never received mental health support (CDC). Our current mental health system often waits until children are in crisis before offering care. On this National Depression Screening Day, let’s commit to reimagining how we support youth mental health—ensuring every child has access to care before it's too late. Join Children First in advocating for a proactive system that supports children and families. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e2dyc4rH #DepressionScreeningDay #MentalHealthForKids #YouthMentalHealth #ChildrenFirstPA #StopTheStigma
Children First (formerly PCCY)
Civic and Social Organizations
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1,307 followers
Improving the lives of children through thoughtful and informed advocacy supported by direct service projects.
About us
Children First was founded over 40 years ago to help improve the lives of children by advocating on their behalf and by being a catalyst for positive change. We help to identify and educate the public about children’s needs, insisting that our children become a priority if we as a society, and they as our future, are to survive. Our goals have always been to increase the awareness of children’s needs; increase the resources for children and families; strengthen families and communities in helping children learn and grow and assure implementation of funding of public policies which promote stable children and families. While we educate and advocate on behalf of children across all issues, we undertake specific-focused efforts to improve the health of our children by maximizing access and availability of health care; improve child welfare by targeting efforts to strengthen families; improve the quality and quantity of child care programs; act earlier rather than later in developing, monitoring and disseminating information about in-home programs that work; and improve the chances for troubled and troubling adolescents by seeking out the causes and responses to truancy or delinquency by building alternative programming in communities and developing more and better after-school programs in neighborhoods
- Website
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http://www.childrenfirstPA.org
External link for Children First (formerly PCCY)
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
Locations
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Primary
990 Spring Garden St
Suite 200
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123, US
Employees at Children First (formerly PCCY)
Updates
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This World Mental Health Day (Oct 10th), let's remember that a child’s emotional and mental well-being is just as important as their physical health. Trauma, poverty, and neglect can deeply affect a child's ability to thrive at home, in school, and in their community. At Children First, we are working to break down barriers and ensure all kids get the support they need. Join us in our fight for sustainable change that supports the mental health of our youth and their families. https://lnkd.in/eTX85xk7
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Join Children First on October 25th at noon for an insightful webinar exploring the transformative potential of dyadic care models in improving mental health outcomes for children and families. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gydqwmn2 Sally Kozak, Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Office of Medical Assistance Programs, will open the event with remarks on the state's pivotal efforts to expand and integrate these models into Pennsylvania's healthcare system. Attendees will hear from leading practitioners who have successfully implemented dyadic care, showcasing diverse approaches and real-world impacts. This webinar will equip participants with valuable knowledge to inspire innovative thinking about the future of early childhood and youth mental health care.
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Lead poisoning robs thousands of PA kids of their potential. By the time a child shows signs of exposure to lead, serious damage may have already occurred, which is why EARLY DETECTION IS CRITICAL. Tell your senator to pass SB 514 NOW! Click here: https://lnkd.in/eK4BgEDa #universaltesting #leadpoisoningprevention #healthychildren #PAlegis #healthykids
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Philly-area people! Don't miss out on this awesome event with a great cause: helping children across PA. Oh, and we'll have raffles and delicious beer! What more could you ask for?! Buy your tickets ahead of time to save $5 per ticket! ($15/person ahead of time, $20 at the door)
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350 kids on a wait list at just ONE child care provider in western PA. Other providers charge high fees to just reserve a wait list spot. Typically frustrating for parents, super sad for kids. https://lnkd.in/dvWSAWpi
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Our Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC) is holding an Octoberfest fundraiser to support Children First's ambitious work to give every child and teen a better life. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eJJYC8xa. Join us to meet and mingle with fellow young professionals who share a passion for improving children's lives. All proceeds benefit Children First.
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We have exciting news the share! The Child Care Voters Van will be visiting a neighborhood near you! We’ll be traveling through the state, visiting child care centers and community events, to deliver books and information to voters about the importance of quality childcare. Keep an eye on this page for more info on our tour! #WeAreChildCarevoters #spotted