In Sickness & In Health

Of course, no one enjoys getting sick, so we do what we can to stay healthy. It helps if you know what is – and is not – a threat to your health. How much do you know? More...

Communications

Is there someone that you can’t seem to communicate with? Do some people stress you out whenever you are around them? Do others react that way to you? Changing your communication style helps you communicate in a way that makes your views known without making others feel put down, hostile, or intim... More...

About Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder not only affects 2 million people in the US, but also affects those who care about them. It is a serious lifelong condition that requires the attention of a healthcare professional. While there is no cure for bipolar disorder, there is treatment and there is hope. The key to living ... More...

Picky Eater Tips

Tips for Picky Eaters You want your child to have a balanced diet but children can be unpredictable. What they want to eat one day may be totally off limits the next. Keep your child's likes and dislikes in mind... More...

Time Management

Time management skills can allow you to spend more time with your family and friends and possibly increase your performance and productivity. It will also help you reduce stress because you will feel as though you have more control over your life.   More...

News You Can Use . . . 

November Group Meetings Rescheduled
A conference in Minnesota and the Thanksgiving Holiday mean that support groups may have been rescheduled for November. Meeting times are still 6:30-8 pm.
Grand Island-Nov 13, Evangelical Free Church, 2609 S. Blaine
Holdrege-Nov 17, United Methodist Church, 604 West Avenue
Kearney-Nov 18, Region 3 Conference Room, 4009 6th Avenue
Hastings-Nov 20, Zion Lutheran Church, 465 S. Marion Road
Ord-Nov 24, Bethany Lutheran Church

YAALE Group Now Forming
Youth from 15-21 can now apply to join the YAALE group. Youth will have the opportunity to develop their advocacy and leadership skills. For more details, contact Sherri, our Youth Coordinator.

News from the Board of Directors
Candy Kennedy recently resigned from the Families CARE Board of Directors. Thanks, Candy, for your past leadership! We welcome Tonya Ingram, our newest board member. We are currently seeking additional family members and professionals for our Board. If you are interested in finding out more details, please contact our Board Chair, Kathy Lewis. She will be happy to visit with you about our needs!

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Our Families CARE Mission. . .To empower families within the Behavioral Health System of Care.