Our youth face plenty of distractions and ways to be inactive. With so much time spent in front of screens, it’s no wonder that, according to the Journal of Adolescent Health, only 27% of high school students in the United States meet the recommended levels of physical activity.
Here in Sonoma County, like everywhere across the country, our youth are struggling with mental health. From collective traumas like wildfires and COVID to individual experiences with loneliness, depression, and abuse, there are so many reasons our kids struggle.
Are you ok? Do you want to take some time for yourself? You may have heard or even asked yourself these questions on occasion. The irony of stress is that it can be confusing to understand but easy to recognize.
Since 1945, Hanna has walked with more than 4,000 youth on their healing journeys. In recognition of this momentous anniversary, they are bringing together youth, staff members, and incredible supporters for a special celebration on Saturday, April 20th, for a sparkling evening of inspiring stories, uplifting entertainment, and dazzling dancing.
We have been so fortunate to have the McNeelys’ support in this monumental year as we’ve opened the campus to the community and created new programs like our Community Mental Health Hub,” said Marisa Binder, vice president of development for Hanna Center.
Work and career opportunities are often excellent for our graduates. The key is to get (ourgraduates) into an apprenticeship and then, of course, for them to do well in it, says FrankCuneo of North Bay TIP.
North Bay TIP is a Certificated Apprenticeship Readiness Program that will introduce you to apprenticeship in the many building and construction trades. This program will allow you to explore many trades and prepare you with the skills and confidence needed to succussfully apply and enter a state registered trade apprenticeship that is right for you!
Hanna Center is inviting the community to a Career Expo on our campus on May 1 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Sonoma-area youth, ages 16-26, and their families are encouraged to attend the free event, which will feature nearly 30 exhibitors, all local employers representing a wide variety of career options.
Since 1945, Hanna has walked with more than 4,000 youth on their healing journeys. Our youth, Hanna staff members that have served them, and you, our community, deserve a celebration for this achievement. So, we invite you to dust off your suits and gowns and join us for a sparkling evening of inspiring stories, uplifting entertainment, and dazzling dancing. With the growth of our new programs and much-needed services, we are more inspired than ever. Let’s come together and toast our milestone while raising funds to help light the way for our next 75 years of service.
“Our plan is to work with the school district’s wellness team to identify those students with the highest level of need, and prioritize them,”
