Easton's Here to Help

04/02/2026

It's survey time! Easton parents and caregivers - please consider taking our survey with the link below. We do this yearly and it really helps us know areas we should focus on, and what we can do for our community!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe25yt2uuhu8c37fYQSap8rLdMUk48ZhUE-QsB030CR9djrCw/viewform?usp=dialog

03/26/2026

Finally! Take notice…

Meta and YouTube harmed a young user with design features that were addictive and led to her mental health distress, a jury found on Wednesday. The landmark decision could open social media companies to more lawsuits over users’ well-being. https://nyti.ms/4bumqVa

03/19/2026

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The pets are excited to announce that registration for the "Reading to Pets" program is now open!

Reading to Pets is the purr-fect opportunity for your child to practice their reading skills over spring break.

Kids can read aloud to furry friends in a relaxed setting, building confidence while sharing a story with a friendly listener. The pets love to listen to a calming story!

Sessions are available during the week of April 13th.

Learn more and have a pawsome spring break with the pets at: CThumane.org/readingtopets

03/18/2026

Gain resilience skills that you can teach the youth in your life, and share with those you love and care for! 🧡

💬 Join The Hub for a virtual training on the Community Resilience Model!
📅 Log on Friday, March 20 and learn how to empower young people through challenges they may face.
You can sign up by scanning the QR code or by heading to our events page! (find the link in our bio 😉)
We hope to see you there!

03/16/2026

Get the support you need…

If your child is struggling with their mental health, we're here for you. Join us on Zoom and get support from others who have been there.

02/22/2026

Youth jobs available! Apply ASAP! 👇🏽💵

Stop scrolling. Do you need cash this summer?

Applications are officially OPEN for the Connecticut Youth Employment Program! If you are between 14-24 years old and live in southwestern CT, this is your chance to secure a summer job.

-Get Paid: Work 20 hours weekly at minimum wage for up to seven weeks.
-Get Experience: Hone real-world workforce skills and receive valuable training.
-Get Ready: We provide work readiness prep before you start at your worksite.

Don't sleep on this—space is limited!

🚨 DEADLINE: April 3 at 4pm.

Hit the link in our bio to apply online now at www.workplace.org/careerhub.

02/18/2026

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02/06/2026

A new report found that nearly 40% of all cancers are due to factors that we can control, and 🚨two of the top 3 are addictive substances🚨: to***co and alcohol. 🍷 🍺 🚬💨

Read more: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04219-7.

02/04/2026

If you have a loved one with a mental illness and want to learn how to help families (like yours) learn coping skills and how to advocate for their loved one, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Become a Family-to-Family (F2F) program teacher! Prospective teachers must be a relative (parents, siblings, adult children, spouses, partners, etc.) of an individual living with a mental health condition and be at least 18 years of age. Successful teachers are good listeners with an empathetic ear who are willing to volunteer time to this cause.

F2F Training is held over two days in March. To become a certified NAMI F2F Teacher, you must complete both the online training and attend the entire 2-day training, and be a NAMI member. Lodging will be provided to those trainees who will be traveling a long distance. All meals will be provided over the weekend.

Scan the QR code to join us and help us build support and grow our volunteer educators in the Greater Bridgeport area!

01/30/2026

🚨 Parents, caregivers, youth leaders and coaches, if you missed the earlier opportunity for Youth Mental Health First Aid training, now’s your chance!

Learn how to support the young people in your life! This class is for parents and residents in Easton and Redding, and taught by a JBHS Social Worker.

🗓️ March 3rd and 5th from 9am-12:30pm
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Class size is limited
📧 Register today by emailing Maryanne at [email protected].

01/28/2026

Really great advice, if you need it. 💞