Category Social Work

StreetSquash & Mental Health: A Holistic Approach to Whole Child Development

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're reflecting on what it truly means to support the whole child.

At StreetSquash, academic and athletic success cannot exist in isolation. When a student is navigating emotional, social, or systemic challenges, it impacts every part of their life, including their...

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StreetSquash Maintains Commitment to Mental Health

Kylie, a StreetSquash social worker, with a student

StreetSquash caregiver Yanise Rodriguez with...

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Food Resources for the 2023 Holiday Season

 

Food insecurity is a growing problem in New York City. From the New York City Council website:
According to the NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy annual 2022 Food Metrics Annual Report, an estimated 1.2 million (14.6%) New York City residents were food insecure. The...
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Parenting Journey a Rewarding Experience for Caregivers

At StreetSquash, we believe that the best outcomes occur when students and their caregivers are as involved as possible. To help encourage caregiver participation, we create opportunities to get involved through the Family Leadership Board (FLB) and our Parenting Journey Workshops.   “StreetSquash is...
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