Programs & Supports
Children's Mental Health Awareness
Children's Mental Health Matters.
Mental health is a serious issue in modern societies. The mental health of children is even more so. According to the data from the C.D.C., one in six children between the ages of two and eight has a mental or behavioral disorder. Children are the most precious thing in the world. Children with serious mental illness and severe emotional disturbance need full-time care and treatment. Even the family of such a child needs help to cope with the situation. This is a day to help them by encouraging them into therapy. Conditions like A.D.H.D. as well as anxiety and behavioral disorders can be diagnosed and treated to help the child have a better life.
Children's Mental Health Awareness Week
Children's Mental Health Awareness Week was May 7 - 13, 2023
As we focus on the emotional wellbeing of children and youth during Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (CMHAW), we see this as an opportunity to change hearts, minds, and attitudes regarding mental health.
This year, the Philadelphia System of Care is pleased to announce two events for Children’s Mental Health Awareness — on May 12 at the Feltonville Recreation Center from 3 to 6 p.m. and on May 20 at Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center from 1 to 4 p.m. Centered around our theme, “What Nourishes Me, Nourishes You,” we will be serving the children and families in our local communities with resources, fun activities around supporting mental health for all ages, healthy food and fitness options, free screenings, and more. We would love to have you join us to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Awareness at either one of our events.
What Nourishes Me, Nourishes You. Mental Health is Just as Important as Physical Health. Health Matters.
If you’re interested in taking part of Children’s Mental Health Awareness celebration, email psoc@phila.gov.
Children's Mental Health Awareness Celebrations
Friday, May 12, 2023
3pm – 6pm
Feltonville Recreation Center
221 E. Wyoming Ave #231
Philadelphia, Pa 19120
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Saturday, May 20, 2023
1pm – 4pm
Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center
2551 N. 22nd St.
Philadelphia, Pa 19132
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