What this world needs is a new kind of army – an army of the kind! -Cleveland Amory It is October 2015. And, as of last Thursday, October 1, there have been a total of 45 school shootings in the U.S. this year. We see this news, but we no longer feel it; we mourn…
“Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” ― Martin Luther King Jr., Strength to Love Dear Mr and Mrs Holmes, As we hold everyone involved in…
It’s that time of year again. The universal reply date for colleges has just come and gone, so students are dealing with the aftermath of making a decision under a great deal of pressure. It would be nice to think that once the decision is made everything’s smooth sailing, but I am seeing evidence all…
“Perhaps it takes courage to raise children.” -John Steinbeck, East of Eden Advocates. Partners. Heroes. Brave. Fierce. Honest. Flawless. These are only some of the words that describe three courageous mothers inspiring us all with their mental health advocacy: Kristin Guest, Cinda Johnson, and Liza Long. These women are my compatriots in the stand against…
We are honored to be one of the sponsors of this important conference on Trauma with our colleagues at the Oregon Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Please join us by registering here. For further reading on this conference, click here.
On May 18th, The Flawless Foundation in partnership with Swindells Resource Center will host a symposium in memory of Mary Elizabeth Guest and her dedication to children with behavioral challenges. The event will feature presentations by noted experts in child and adolescent mental health Erik Kola and Ross Szabo, as well as a panel discussion…
We live in a culture virtually enveloped by digital media, 24/7. For adults and children alike, social media has become central to our very identities — both in how we interact with our close friends and family, and in the many ways we present ourselves to, and engage with, our broader worlds. As I prepare…
Dear Friends, While I am always grateful for every gift that we receive, I’m especially touched by the contribution of one of our donors, Miles, our 13-year old philanthropist who first gifted us $40 in 2009, from money he raised at a lemonade stand. Miles touched every person in the room that night last April…
We are proclaiming this entire week Gratitude Week because we are positively overflowing with gratitude. We have received more than we could have ever imagined in our powerful stand to see the perfection in every child. Miracles abound! Love and compassion are key to unlocking better lives for children experiencing behavioral challenges due to brain…
Well it’s that time of the year again…sharpened pencils, fresh paper, bright pink erasers, the works. All over the country, children are back to school, and we think it’s a great opportunity to remind everyone of what Flawless is all about. For many children, going back to school is exciting; it provides an opportunity to…