Frontline Bulletin Board: August 15, 2025
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Free Summer Art Series for Youth and Young Adults, Ages 10 to 24
This summer, our Behavioral Health OMH-funded suicide prevention team is hosting free weekly art classes for youth and young adults, ages 10 to 24, in our Bronx FRIENDS office as well as in our Brooklyn regional office.
Both the Bronx and Brooklyn art series focus on suicide prevention, with participating youngsters completing art activities designed to increase their resiliency and build coping skills while they connect with their peers. In each class, the participants will engage in a different, fun, strength-based art activity. The classes are drop-in, meaning it isn’t mandatory to attend all the classes. Children and young adults can participate in as many or as few classes as they want. Snacks, fun prizes, and pizza will also be given out in each class!
The art classes will be led by YPA-C Emma Adler and Peer Specialist Jules Brendanawicz.
Bronx Art Series
- When: Every Wednesday afternoon until August 27
- Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Where: VNS Health FRIENDS Office, 489 East 153rd Street
- Classes:
- Wednesday, 8/20 – Paint Your Feelings
- Wednesday, 8/27 – You’ve Got Mail
- How to register: For more information or to register for the Bronx Art Series, please click here.
Brooklyn Art Series
- When: Every Monday afternoon until August 25
- Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Where: VNS Health Brooklyn Regional Office, 1715 East 13th Street, Floor 5
- Classes:
- Monday, 8/18 – Paint Your Feelings
- Monday, 8/25 – You’ve Got Mail
- How to register: For more information or to register for the Brooklyn Art Series, please click here.
For more information about either the Bronx or Brooklyn Art Series, you can also contact Melinda Wong, Program Coordinator: [email protected], 917-451-0778.
Join Empower for a Webinar All About Social Security! Choose from Times Available on Wednesday, August 20, Thursday, August 21 or Wednesday, August 27.
Join us to learn as we take a closer look at Social Security: What is Social Security, when to take it, how pensions affect Social Security, spousal benefits.
How to Join:
- When: Wednesday, August 20, Thursday, August 21, and Wednesday, August 27
- Times:
- Wednesday, August 20:
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, August 21:
- 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 27:
- 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 20:
- Where: Webex
- How to register:
- To register for any of the available days and times and get the link to join: click here.
Discover How to Practice Gratitude and Mindfulness on Wednesday, August 20 at Either 12:00 Noon or 3:00 p.m.
Mindfulness and gratitude go hand in hand, and can substantially elevate one’s overall happiness, manage stress, anxiety and depression, and change one’s perspective permanently. In this session we will explore the aspects of gratitude and mindfulness and will focus on a number of strategies and exercises to take away.
How to Join:
- When: Wednesday, August 20
- Times:
- 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m.
- 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Where: Microsoft Teams
- How to register:
- To register for the 12:00 noon session and get the link, click here.
- To register for the 3:00 p.m. session and get the link, click here.
Register Now for the Webinar “Comprehensive Family Support: Guidance Through Fertility, Maternity & Postpartum” on Wednesday, August 20 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
From fertility and pregnancy to postpartum, this event offers comprehensive support for every stage of family-building. Our experts share resources, strategies, and tools to support your journey and foster well-being.
How to Join:
- When: Wednesday, August 20
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Where: Zoom
- How to register: To register and get the link, click here.
Learn How to “Raise Resilient Kids” in This Webinar on Thursday, August 21 at Either 10:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m.
As parents, we all want to give our children the best possible start in life. We work hard to create a nurturing, protective environment—but as our kids grow and face life’s challenges, our own expectations, fears, and vulnerabilities can unintentionally shape their path. How can we be sure that the foundation we’re building truly supports their ability to thrive?
Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, August 21, to explore the complexities of parenting, our unique relationships with our children, and evidence-based strategies to nurture resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being. The presenter will be Jen Hinds, M.Ed., Trainer, Health Advocate
How to Join:
- When: Thursday, August 21
- Times:
- 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Where: Go-to-Webinar
- How to register:
- To register for the 10:00 a.m. session and get the link, click here.
- To register for the 4:00 p.m. session and get the link, click here.
In Case You Missed It …
Check out the Frontline feature of the week … : What Do AI Solutions Hold for Provider Services and Health Plans?
- 3 AI Solutions That Will Help Us Grow Our Health Plans ➔ Inside Health Plans with John Burke
- 3 AI Solutions That Could Be Game Changers for Provider Services ➔ Inside Provider Services with David Rosales
