Mrs. Walker finds the parenting skills and support she needs as her great-granddaughter’s caregiver
Mrs. Walker is the primary caregiver to her 8-yr. old great-granddaughter, due to her daughter and granddaughter’s mental health conditions. Mrs. Walker originally joined the Wisdom- Grandparent Circle of Parents® when her great-granddaughter was younger as the family’s mental health struggles often caused her stress and anxiety over what is best for her great granddaughter. […]
Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month – An interview with Trina Holloway
An Interview with NC High Fidelity Wraparound Program Facilitator Trina Holloway As Thompson recognizes National Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight the wide range of mental health services available, and the importance of supporting families to understand how mental health services can work for them. In this interview, we sit with NC High Fidelity Wraparound […]
Friends of the Children – Charlotte gives Aldon the consistent and caring support he needs
Aldon loves to play football and dreams of playing in the NFL, running track, or being a truck driver to allow him to travel and see the world. He also enjoys creating voice-overs and YouTube videos. Aldon struggles with anger and behavioral problems, in part due to a ADHD diagnosis but also frustration over being […]
Bringing Treatment Foster Care-Oregon to North Carolina
An Interview with TFCO Director Claudine Durkee Last year, Thompson added the Treatment Foster Care-Oregon (TFCO) to its lineup of programs to serve local North Carolina youth. Learn more about this program model from TFCO Director Claudine Durkee. As Thompson recognizes National Foster Care Month, we highlight the increased need for foster care homes in […]
Thompson, a Mental Health Services Leader serves the Youth
An Interview with NC High Fidelity Wraparound Program Director ShaVodka Nowacki As Thompson recognizes National Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight the increased need for services in North Carolina, and how we provide solutions to those youth. In this interview, we sit with NC High Fidelity Wraparound Program Director ShaVodka Nowacki to learn more about […]
Peter’s mental health improves when the entire family is supported
Peter is a keen artist, loves history, and anything related to animals. Peter was shaken as a baby, and while he does not have any remaining physical injuries, emotional scars remain and he struggles regulating his emotions. He was removed from his biological parents and now has a loving adoptive family. Peter can become overwhelmed […]