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Mental Health
IMPACT Family Counseling Lives Up to Its Name Every Day
Sasha Gillespie is testament to the difference the right kind of support can make when someone’s life has taken a turn for the worse. As Intake Coordinator at IMPACT Family…
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Women United Gets Up Close and Personal with the Crisis Center
Recently, members of United Way of Central Alabama’s (UWCA) Women United donor society had the opportunity to tour the Crisis Center, a UWCA partner agency. Established in 1971 and affiliated…
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Stopping the Cycle of Child Abuse Starts with Coming Forward
It’s not always easy to hold the attention of kids in a classroom. But child advocacy workers from Blount County Children’s Center (BCCC) are committed to getting their message across….
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Young Philanthropists Learn How United Way Is Creating Villages of Vital Services
Lucinda Armstrong and Emily Herring shed light on the critical role of schools in supporting youth mental health during a recent panel for United Way’s Young Philanthropists Society. …
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United Way Is Changing — and Helping Save — Lives through Mental Health Support in Central Alabama
Anna Smith’s journey through mental health challenges and recovery highlights the critical support provided by United Way of Central Alabama and its partner agencies like Oasis Counseling….
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UWCA’s Collaboration with Fairfield Schools Gets Federal Support
United Way of Central Alabama’s Bold Goals Coalition recently secured a $2.5 million federal grant to expand its Community Schools strategy in partnership with Fairfield City Schools….
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Arc of Shelby County Marks Its 50th Year of Helping Individuals Live Their Fullest Lives
March marks National Developmental Disability Month and the 50th anniversary of the Arc of Shelby County. United Way of Central Alabama is celebrating by highlighting the work of ASC, the Arc of Central Alabama, and the Arc of Walker County….
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These Black Leaders and Their Organizations Are Making a Difference in Our Community Every Day
To mark Black History Month this year, United Way of Central Alabama is spotlighting several of its partner agencies led by Black executives….
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Women United Hosts Open Discussion About Aging Loved Ones
At a recent Women United lunch & learn event, Catrice Pruitt and other attendees gained valuable insights on caring for aging loved ones from local experts. …
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The ‘Invaluable’ Work of United Way 2-1-1 Specialists
In celebration of National 2-1-1 Day,UWCA is highlighting the 2-1-1 Call Center that provides 24/7 support and connects residents to essential community services. …
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Making Schools the Hub of Community Services: Fairfield Students and Leaders Embrace Community Schools Strategy
Mckensie Fenil, a dedicated junior at Fairfield High, exemplifies the community spirit that Fairfield nurtures through her active role in the mental health and peer-mentoring group InFocus. …
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