KC Northland Strong

08/17/2023

Dear KCNS followers~
As of this week, the KC Northland Strong Collaborative will be ending. As I have entered into a new season, it has been challenging to dedicate the time and energy needed to sustain this effort. However, I want to celebrate what we have done over the last several years! First and foremost...thank you to the members of KCNS and especially our Steering Committee. Because of each of you we have done great things in the community. Just some of our accomplishments include:

1. Providing free trauma and resilience trainings to 100's of Northlanders to encourage healthy self-care amid COVID.
2. Weekly Connected Conversations to educate our community about the impact of trauma, systemic racism, and resilience.
3. Collaborating with organizations throughout the Northland for self-care and su***de prevention events.
4. Partnering with community organizations and schools to provide trainings and community discussions about the impact of trauma in the Northland.
5. Creating Circle of Care to support our professional helpers in the Northland.
6. And a big shoutout to our interns over the last couple of years! Sydney, Naomi and Mari I am so grateful for all you did for KCNS!

The work is not over! Many of you are doing amazing things to address the impact of trauma in our communities! Please know I and many others with KCNS are still available to support your efforts! Don't hesitate to reach out!

Wishing you each hope and healing,
Jamie Wehmeyer
KC Northland Strong Coordinator

08/02/2023

Update at 4:05 - we are out of food for the day. See you September 6!

Today is the August food pantry! As a reminder, this is an event that is open to everyone, no proof of need required, and is a great way to get some healthy items for your family. All you need to do is drive through and our helpful volunteers will place the food in your car. clayhealth.com/pantry

Distribution starts at 3 p.m.
Distribution ends when food runs out or 4:30 p.m.
800 Haines Drive, Liberty, MO 64068

07/19/2023

✨ Awesome Opportunity Alert! ✨ Whether you are overwhelmed, exhausted and frustrated, or just looking for a refreshing way to learn and grow as parent or caregiver, this two-part event is for you! Join other parents like you on Wednesday, July 19th and again on Wednesday, July 26th from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at the Clay County Public Health Center - Missouri and leave with new perspectives, tools, and strategies to increase connection and cooperation in your family! This event is presented by Parent Coach and Family Advocate, Chelsea Lane, and is free to attend, but RSVP is required to [email protected].

07/08/2023

Join us at Macken Park on September 16 for Family Fun Day! Our 7th annual event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with 35+ vendors who all want to help your family live healthier! https://fb.me/e/11YdAXezp

06/13/2023

We encourage you to attend these important community conversations!

06/11/2023

It is Juneteenth Celebration time in Liberty. Join us today.

05/15/2023

We hope you will join us for this FREE workshop! Everyone is welcome, just sign up on the link below!
North Kansas City YMCA Northtown TRY North Kansas City Hospital & Meritas Health North Kansas City High School North Kansas City Schools

Trauma can affect anyone, and everyone’s trauma can be different. Northtown TRY is offering a Trauma and Resilience Workshop for families living with trauma. Finding hope can lead to profound healing. Come to this free workshop and listen to KCNS Coordinator, Jamie Wehmeyer, share her story and her inspirational knowledge on how to heal from trauma and raise resilient kids.

Free pizza will be provided!

Grocery gift cards and Operation Parent Handbooks will be raffled off!

It is free to attend, but we ask that you register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/TraumaResilienceWorkshop

05/15/2023

Join us!

Finding hope can lead to profound healing. Come to this FREE workshop and learn how to heal from trauma and raise resilient kids.

05/15/2023

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month! It’s a time to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness. We can also use this time to and promote support.

As we reach the halfway point of the month, let’s take this opportunity to take inventory of our own mental health. What are some opportunities to improve our mental health? How can we be a better support system for those around us? Drop some ideas in the comments or write them to yourself in a journal! 💚

05/10/2023

What a great resource!

NEW resource available for caregivers!

GrandPass is a new respite program that offers a free week of camp for the children of older caregivers.

Caregivers over 55 can choose from a list of approved camps in the region, and the fees are waived for children under 14 who live in their homes.

Find out if you qualify at bit.ly/Grandpass.

05/03/2023

Trauma can affect anyone, and everyone’s trauma can be different. Northtown TRY is offering a Trauma and Resilience Workshop for families living with trauma. Finding hope can lead to profound healing. Come to this free workshop and listen to KCNS Coordinator, Jamie Wehmeyer, share her story and her inspirational knowledge on how to heal from trauma and raise resilient kids.

Free pizza will be provided!

Grocery gift cards and Operation Parent Handbooks will be raffled off!

It is free to attend, but we ask that you register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/TraumaResilienceWorkshop

04/16/2023

Self Care Sunday!
Be sure to take time to refill your cup.

www.marchmediation.org