Impact 100 St. Lucie and Tykes & Teens on WPSL Sue-Ellen Sanders Show
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/WPSL-Sue-Ellen-Sanders-Show-Courtney-1024×740.png Impact 100 St. Lucie and Tykes & Teens on WPSL Sue-Ellen Sanders Show Thank you WPSL and the Sue-Ellen Sanders Show for highlighting the amazing work that Impact 100 St. Lucie is doing in our community! Watch the episode with Impact 100 St. Lucie President Janet Maffucci and Tykes & Teens Development Officer Courtney […]
‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ Benefits AFSP and Suicide Prevention
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/AFSP-Out-of-Darkness-Walk-1024×768.jpg ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ Benefits AFSP and Suicide Prevention Thank you to everyone who participated in the December ‘Out of the Darkness Walk Treasure Coast’ that took place in Tradition benefitting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Because of you, the organization exceeded the event’s fundraising goal! To learn more about how you […]
Magic Moment: Amy & Janet’s story – from suspension to collaboration and volunteerism
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ALTOSS-Christmas-Tree-862×1024.png Magic Moment: Amy & Janet’s Story – from suspension to collaboration and volunteerism Amy and Janet were both referred to the ALTOSS program after being suspended. On arrival, both were confronted with the reality that they would have to work together and socialize as a team during the program. This was difficult for the […]
Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County Chats with Tykes & Teens on December Radio/TV Show
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Community-Connections.png Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County Chats with Tykes & Teens on December Radio/TV Show How is holiday stress impacting you, your children and family? How can you mitigate what’s causing stress around the holidays? In this episode of Community Connections, CSC of St. Lucie County’s Executive Director Sean Boyle and Director of […]
Tykes & Teens Appoints Jose Zirena as Chief Financial Officer
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jose-Zirena-1-200×300.jpg Tykes & Teens Appoints Jose Zirena as Chief Financial Officer PALM CITY, Fla. (December 20, 2021) – Tykes & Teens, a leading provider of the highest quality, evidence-based mental health services and programs for children and adolescents for 25 years, has appointed Jose Zirena, MBA, as Chief Financial Officer. “We are thrilled to have […]
14th Annual Festival of Trees & Lights Raises Over $200,000 for Children’s Mental Health
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DSC04154-214×300.jpg 14th Annual Festival of Trees & Lights Raises Over $200,000 for Children’s Mental Health PALM CITY, Fla. (December 6, 2021) – Thousands of festival-goers kicked off the holiday season during this year’s Festival of Trees & Lights in downtown Stuart from November 14 – 20, 2021, raising over $200,000 for children’s mental health. The […]
CEO Message – Grit and Determination: Daring Greatly
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Eric-Garza-Tykes-Teens-CEO-201×300.jpg CEO Message – Grit and Determination: Daring Greatly There is no question that the past couple months have continued to be challenging for many individuals, families, businesses and communities. Tykes & Teens and the many children and families we serve are no exception. Since the pandemic began, we have seen individuals struggling with mental or […]
Tykes & Teens launches resource to help youth check-in with friends who may be struggling
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Concerned-About-a-Friend-1.jpg As part of Tykes & Teens’ Prevention Services, we are launching a new campaign to encourage youth to check in with friends who may be struggling. “We want to give students useful tools that can help them reach out to friends and have a conversation about how they’re feeling and how they’re coping with […]
Magic Moment: Juan’s Story – a boy’s journey from not speaking to laughing, playing and supporting others thanks to a teacher embracing a social emotional development approach to learning
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Success-Story-MHC.png Magic Moment: Juan’s Story a boy’s journey from not speaking to laughing, playing and supporting others thanks to a teacher embracing a social emotional development approach to learning Juan’s teacher was concerned about his academic knowledge and ability to learn when he had difficulties speaking in class to his peers and teachers. She wasn’t able […]
Tykes & Teens’ Trauma Informed Care Training Series – Supporting Early Childcare Education Program Staff throughout the Treasure Coast
https://tykesandteens.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Trauma-Informed-Care-Training-Flyer.jpg Tykes & Teens’ Trauma Informed Care Training Series Supporting Early Childcare Education Program Staff throughout the Treasure Coast Tykes & Teens’ Trauma Informed Care training series for early childcare staff is a unique approach to learning that reduces classroom disruptions, improves academic performance, and reduces suspension and expulsion. Virtual and in-person trainings are currently […]
