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Devereux Georgia in the News
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Pride Month: Fostering a culture where LGBTQ+ youth, adults feel valued and supported
Pride Month, celebrated in June, is a time to honor and uplift the voices of those within the LGBTQ+ community, promote inclusion and allyship, and recognize the challenges that remain for many LGBTQ+ youth and adults as they strive to live life as their authentic selves.
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Devereux GA opens Grace’s Place to support survivors of human trafficking
Devereux Georgia recently worked with Georgia first lady Marty Kemp, the state Department of Human Services and other community partners to open Grace’s Place, a commercial sexual exploitation recovery center for youth. Grace’s Place, located in Lawrenceville, helps survivors of human trafficking recover and rebuild their lives.
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Fostering open dialogue, understanding and support
During Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is highlighting the importance of talking openly about mental health to combat stigma, foster a culture of empathy and understanding, and encourage those in need to seek support.
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Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month: Celebrating differences, promoting inclusion
In recognition of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month in April, Devereux is celebrating the differences of children, adolescents and adults with autism, and promoting inclusion for these individuals in all aspects of community life.
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Season 2, Episode 7: ‘Not Your Average School Psychologist’ podcast
Listen to the latest episode of the Devereux Center for Effective Schools’ podcast featuring Ryan Farmer Ph.D., HSP, who discusses ineffective/low-value practices in the field of school psychology. Dr. Farmer is a clinical assistant professor and director of the Psychological Services Center at the University of Memphis. The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music/Audible.
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Golfing for a good cause: ‘Divots for Devereux’ raises $28,500 for Devereux Texas
More than 70 golfers demonstrated their support for Devereux Texas with every swing at the 20th annual “Divots for Devereux Golf Classic.” The event, held at Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston, generated $28,500 for Devereux Texas’ Autism Intensive Residential Program.
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Devereux video: President and CEO Carl E. Clark II chats with three executive directors
Watch our latest Fireside Chat, in which Devereux President and CEO Carl E. Clark II connects with executive directors in our New England states – Nadyia Abbas, M.A., CAGS, LMHC, LADC-I (Massachusetts and Rhode Island); Dan Bailey, M.A. (Connecticut/The Glenholme School); and John Lopez, M.S., M.S.Ed.?(New York) – to better understand how these centers: 1) foster an environment where everyone belongs, and 2) help families/caregivers feel like Devereux is an extension of their own families.
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Pride Month: Fostering a culture where LGBTQ+ youth, adults feel valued and supported
Pride Month, celebrated in June, is a time to honor and uplift the voices of those within the LGBTQ+ community, promote inclusion and allyship, and recognize the challenges that remain for many LGBTQ+ youth and adults as they strive to live life as their authentic selves.
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