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Understanding and Addressing Bullying

Bullying is a serious issue that can have lasting negative effects on those who experience it. It encompasses a range of behaviors, from physical aggression like hitting or shoving to verbal abuse like name-calling and threats. Social exclusion, spreading rumors, and cyberbullying through electronic devices are also common tactics.

If you or someone you know is being bullied, it’s crucial to reach out to a trusted adult, such as a parent, teacher, or school administrator.  Remember, you are not alone, and there are people who care and want to help. Adults can play a vital role in developing a plan to stop bullying and ensure a safe and respectful environment.

Read More: https://uwc.211ct.org/bullying/ 

Coping with a Crying Baby

Caring for a crying baby can be incredibly stressful for parents, especially when nothing seems to soothe them. It’s important to remember that most cases of child physical abuse, including Shaken Baby Syndrome, happen when a parent becomes overwhelmed and loses control. To help prevent this, consider the following strategies: For more information, visit https://uwc.211ct.org/crying-baby-tips-for-coping-tips-for-managing-stress/ 

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Quitlines and Smoking Cessation Programs

For those looking to quit smoking, there are various smoking cessation programs available in settings like hospitals, health centers, and counseling agencies. These programs often incorporate a range of methods, such as aversion therapy, hypnosis, acupuncture, acupressure, and individual or group therapy, as well as mutual support groups. These techniques are designed to help individuals […]

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Needle Exchange Programs and Fentanyl Test Strips

Needle exchange programs provide sterile syringes in exchange for used ones, helping to prevent the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. These programs also offer free fentanyl test strips (FTS), an affordable and effective tool for detecting fentanyl in drug samples before they are used. In addition to these services, […]

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We are Connecticut

We are every generation, every community, and every definition of family that can be imagined. We are active and retired military; employers and employees as well as advocates and allies. We are care providers and caring professionals from every zip code and every level of concern. We are everybody — we are you:

Jack Perch

Meet Jack Perch, a 9-year-old from New London who brought his community together to pay tribute to a snowy egret who was violently attacked by two young men at nearby Ocean Beach. Jack organized an event to help his neighbors process the violent act and show respect for nature. “Those animals are like friends. The […]

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Senator Cathy Osten

CT State Senator Cathy Osten is a dedicated public servant with a proven track record of advocacy and understands the challenges veterans face all too well. Her service in the U.S. Army instilled in her a deep understanding of the sacrifices veterans make and the unique needs they may have upon returning home. Recognizing the […]

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You Are Not Alone

When Ann Dagle tragically lost her son Brian to suicide in 2011, she channeled her grief into action — becoming a dedicated advocate for suicide prevention and support for those coping with loss. She co-founded The Brian Dagle Foundation as a safe place in the community for people to begin and continue the long road […]

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