The Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering

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Volunteering isn’t just about giving back, making a difference, and feeling warmth in your heart and soul. Believe it or not, donating your time to a great cause has been shown to be good for you! Research indicates that volunteering provides several mental health benefits for people of all ages, reducing feelings of loneliness, enhancing […]

FY2023-24 Thompson Impact Report Q4

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In the last 90 days of our fiscal year, Thompson has impacted 1,637 children & families in our communities while maintaining a 97% client satisfaction rating and achieving overall positive outcomes for those served. Our mission continues to increase the number we have helped rewrite their outcomes and are proud of the numbers contained in […]

Fun Calming Activities for Kids

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Helping children deal with mental health issues can be stressful, especially if you don’t have the means to afford professional guidance. Luckily, there are a lot of ways to help kids to stay calm and become more centered at home – and many of these activities don’t cost a penny! Here are 10 fantastic calm-down […]

Positive Parenting Program helps Mr Winters improve relationship with his children

Mr. Winters is a single father of two young daughters. He strives to do his best to raise them as strong, intelligent girls with a strong sense of respect and confidence. He struggles with his younger child who has frequent tantrums and refuses to follow instructions. Mr. Winters felt frustrated and didn’t know how to […]

Strengthening Communities One Story at a Time

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In communities across the Carolinas and into Florida, Thompson delivers critical human services programs to at-risk children and their families. Crucial for building strong communities, these services help our most vulnerable neighbors break the cycle of poverty, neglect, and trauma. By helping adolescents rewrite their stories, we are building a brighter future for them, their […]