Parkland Cares provides grants to nonprofit mental health and trauma counseling organizations and acts as a centralized resource to assist people in finding the help they need. In the age of COVID-19, Parkland Cares awarded $125,000 at an uplifting virtual “pass the...
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Meet Rebecca Jarquin of Eagles’ Haven in Parkland
Today we’d like to introduce you to Rebecca Jarquin. Rebecca, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.I am proud to have the opportunity to lead the Eagles’ Haven team as the EH Program Director. Eagles’...
South Florida Wellness Center Offers Services to Children & Adults to Improve Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to global mental health issues in children and teens. A wellness center in South Florida, dedicated to helping those affected by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting in 2018, is offering services to those affected by COVID-19. This post...
Teachers Who Survived Parkland Shooting Connect During Pandemic With Virtual Meditation
Sometimes cute, sometimes irritating — it might be a familiar occurrence at this point: A dog barks in the background of a video conference. In this case, though, it's definitely cute, because the dog is River, a fluffy Bernedoodle who's certified in canine therapy....
JAFCO continues to serve South Florida community during COVID-19 pandemic
(CBS12) — JAFCO's mission is to care for abused and neglected children and for those with disabilities and many depend on them continuing their services - now more than ever. On today's Forever Family segment, we visit with Sarah Franco, JAFCO's executive director, to...
Spread Wellness, Not Germs
When children are close together, there is an increased risk that they will spread respiratory illnesses like the flu to each other. The risk is especially high among infants and toddlers, who are likely to share toys that may have been in their hands or mouths....
Lingering trauma almost 2 years after Parkland school shooting
Breaking News: Eagles’ Haven App is Now Ready to Download
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Anquish lingers for many after Parkland shooting
Now Eagles’ Haven offering comfort and relief to anyone who needs it. This is Parkland’s heartbreak more than a year later: A student in pain, haunted by the loss of two friends. A parent in pain, tormented by extreme anxiety. A teacher in pain, plagued by sleepless...
Tips for Coping During the 4th of July
Think about things that bring you peace, comfort and distraction Have a plan and talk to someone you trust for support Talk to neighbors about your concerns with fireworks Use your five senses and create your own self care toolkit: massage essential oils onto you...
Eagles’ Haven joins hundreds for healing and forgiveness
Hundreds gathered on Sunday evening and watched the Temple of Time burn after months of being a place of togetherness as well as a tribute to those involved in the tragic shooting on February 14, 2018. Artist David Best built this temple as a gathering place for...
Caring Touch for MSD Community
A Coral Springs spa is volunteering its time and therapeutic services to the community impacted by the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas. NBC 6's Marissa Bagg reports. Video courtesy of NBC 6 Miami