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National Slavery and Human Trafficking
Prevention Month: Helping youth
survivors reclaim their lives
Since 2007, the National Human Trafficking Hotline has reported nearly 74,000 cases of human trafficking in the U.S. In 2020 alone, the hotline reported more than 10,500 cases.
During National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in January, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is highlighting the urgent need to bring an end to these horrific crimes, empower survivors to regain control of their lives and support individuals on their path to recovery.
“Human trafficking is occurring in our schools, neighborhoods and communities. Each and every one of us needs to be aware of the problem so we can recognize and address it,” said Devereux Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical/Medical Officer Yolanda Graham, M.D.
Donate to Devereux: Through your gift, you are contributing to our mission to unlock and nurture human potential in people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
The holidays are over, but the memories remain of a special season filled with joy and gratitude for youth served by Devereux Pennsylvania. Through Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services’ “Operation Santa” program, community supporters, as well as center staff and their families, donated hundreds of toys to help fulfill the holiday wish lists - and more - of approximately 300 children and adolescents living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive differences.
An article written by Devereux National Director of Behavioral Health Services Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., and Devereux National Director of Family Engagement Amy Kelly, MBA, MNM, was recently featured in Behavioral Health News. The article - “The integral role of families in promoting mental health and managing mental illness” - discusses the importance of family engagement in behavioral health treatment.
Adults who receive services through Devereux New Jersey - who also sit on the center’s Advisory Board for individuals served - have an opportunity to make their voices heard and share their personal experiences on the services they receive.
An article written by Devereux team members on supporting teens and adults with disabilities in becoming self-advocates was recently featured in Autism Spectrum News. The article includes interviews with three individuals who are enrolled in Devereux Pennsylvania’s Community Adult Autism Partnership Program as they offer tips on how to ensure your voice is heard.
