McDowell County HOPE Coalition

08/08/2026

08/06/2026

Act fast, there are openings for this free virtual CATCH. MY Breath Implementation Training. This certificate will prepare you to deliver the CATCH My Breath Curriculum and qualify for stipends.

This is a great fresher course for those with certificates.

Please email [email protected] for the zoom link to join.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

Meet the voices behind Panel #3: Raising the Next Generation.

Strong families. Better schools. Healthier communities. A brighter future starts with the conversations we're willing to have today.

Join us as Dr. Ingrida Barker, Clif Adkins, and Paul Dick share their perspectives on preparing the next generation for success through leadership, education, mentorship, mental health, and community.

📅 Friday, August 7
🕡 6:30 PM
🎥 Streaming LIVE on Facebook & YouTube

08/05/2026

Dealing with Financial Stress is an honest and practical conversation about the emotional weight money problems can place on individuals and families. In this episode of the HOPE Coalition webinar series, Dr. Donald Reed is joined by Brock Jackson and Cliff Adkins for a discussion about how financial pressure affects mental health, relationships, sleep, motivation, and overall well-being. The conversation is designed for parents, teens, adults, couples, and families who may be carrying the stress of bills, debt, rising prices, job changes, or simply trying to make ends meet.

Learn how to Deal with Financial Stress properly.

08/05/2026

💙 Do you find yourself constantly worrying about being rejected, abandoned, or "not enough" in your relationships?

Anxious attachment can affect the way we connect with others, leading to overthinking, fear of abandonment, a need for constant reassurance, and difficulty feeling secure in relationships. The good news is that attachment patterns are learned—and they can change with self-awareness, healthy relationships, and the right support. ([Cleveland Clinic][1])

Our latest article explores:
✔️ What anxious attachment is
✔️ Common signs and symptoms
✔️ How it develops
✔️ Practical steps toward building healthier, more secure relationships

Whether you're learning about yourself or supporting someone you care about, understanding attachment styles can be the first step toward healing.

📖 Read the full article:
https://mcdowellhope.org/anxious-attachment/](https://mcdowellhope.org/anxious-attachment/

💚 Healing begins with understanding—and no one has to walk that journey alone.



[1]: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/anxious-attachment-style?utm_source=chatgpt.com "What Is Anxious Attachment Style?"

https://mcdowellhope.org/anxious-attachment/

Learn how deal with Anxious Attachment

08/05/2026

💙 Raising Grandchildren in a New Generation 💙

Many grandparents never expected to become parents again—but every day, they step up with love, strength, and sacrifice to provide safe, stable homes for their grandchildren.

If you're raising a grandchild, you are not alone. While the journey can be rewarding, it can also bring unique challenges. Our latest article explores the realities of raising grandchildren today and offers encouragement, practical insights, and resources to support grandfamilies.

📖 Read the article here:
Raising Grandchildren in a New Generation - https://mcdowellhope.org/raising-grandchildren-in-a-new-generation/

Together, we can support the grandparents and other relatives who are making a lasting difference in the lives of children across our communities. ❤️

Learn how Raising Grandchildren in a New Generation affects children and help create stronger connections with them.