May 9, 2024
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of mental health, especially for young people. Kids In Crisis works hard to support the youth in Fairfield County. Our 18 TeenTalk counselors, who all have master’s-level degrees, are in...
Apr 9, 2024
Kids In Crisis is hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Open House to catch up with our friends and thank you for your help. Please join us Thursday, April 25, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am for coffee and breakfast in our SafeHaven Farmhouse, with a brief welcome at 9:00. As we...
Apr 5, 2024
Join Us to Learn, Teach, Experience and Contribute Kids In Crisis youth volunteers learn valuable lessons in working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, mobilizing communities, and creating positive change. They hone their leadership skills, make new...
Apr 3, 2024
Leave a Legacy Make a Lasting Impact with Kids In Crisis When you make a gift and leave a legacy to Kids In Crisis, you’re not just making a donation; you’re ensuring your support continues making a difference well into the future. A legacy gift lets you...
Apr 2, 2024
Our Crisis Helpline for Children and Teens: An Overview The Kids In Crisis Helpline offers a vital resource when families face difficult challenges. This crisis helpline for children and teens provides a critical support system, connecting callers with compassionate...
Mar 26, 2024
By John Breunig – Published to CTInsider on March 25, 2024 Over the past year, two cops in two different towns have used the phrase “revolving door” to describe to me how hospitals are overwhelmed by children in mental health crises. That same phrase has come up...
Mar 22, 2024
This week, our Executive Director, Shari Shapiro, participated in a fantastic radio interview on the “Melissa in the Morning” show, broadcasted on WICC 600 AM and 107.3 FM. The discussion centered on the recent TeenTalk mid-year report, a key initiative of...
Mar 19, 2024
Employee Volunteer Day for Swiss Re and KPMG Swiss Re, in partnership with KPMG, teamed up for their annual Community Day. They volunteered their time, energy, and hard-working hands to help beautify Kids In Crisis. Wednesday, September 6th, 2023, was their special...
Mar 19, 2024
In today’s world, retail companies face intense competition and are constantly seeking ways to differentiate themselves from their competitors. One way to do this is to adopt nonprofit fundraising programs on behalf of their customers. For 45 years, Kids in...
Mar 9, 2024
On the evening of March 7, 2024, a deep sense of community was felt at Latham Park in Stamford. A candlelight vigil, organized by local groups including Stamford Pride, PFLAG Stamford, and the city itself, brought together hearts and voices in memory of Nex Benedict,...
