Stories & Updates

Envisioning a World Without Violence In the realm of gun violence prevention, the analogy of violence to a disease holds significant parallels.  Just like a disease, violence can spread rapidly and uncontrollably, affecting individuals and communities. The repercussions mirror those of a chronic illness with long-lasting and destructive effects on its victims and those around…

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Juneteenth: Celebrating Liberation Amidst Modern Inequality   Four years ago, the nation and the city of Atlanta was reeling from the brutal murder of George Floyd. The barbaric act launched protests, marches, and calls for changes to law enforcement policies. Black Lives Matter signs could be spotted in the wealthiest of communities across town. But…

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Mental health and physical health are closely interconnected, with each one impacting the other. When an individual is physically healthy, they are more likely to experience positive mental health outcomes. Likewise, when someone is mentally healthy, they are more likely to engage in behaviors that promote physical health. Three tips that employees can focus on…

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Two CHRIS 180 families who initially set out on the path of adoption found themselves opening their minds to the possibility of foster care. Both families shared their unique journeys and personal experiences providing foster care to children in need with the support of CHRIS 180. Alisa Oliver always dreamed of adopting children but was…

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When I walked into the offices of CHRIS 180 (then Georgia CHARLEE) in 1987, I planned to stay for eight years until my daughter entered college, then I intended to return to private practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist.  But within three months I knew that I was where God had prepared me to…

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“You are Awesome! Thank you for sitting in on this teacher meeting and advocating for my child”, are often words spoken from a parent to a CHRIS 180 school-based therapist. Advocating for students is only one small piece of what consumes the day of a school-based therapist. Our School-Based Mental Health division offers a unique…

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Georgia’s foster care program plays a crucial role in providing temporary homes for 11,000 children who cannot live with their biological families due to various circumstances. Foster parents can contribute to the well-being of these children through various avenues, including Adoption, Partnership Parenting which entails providing support while families work toward reunification, respite care and…

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Life can be so busy that we are constantly needing to check our priorities and make sure that we are giving time, attention, and resources to the things that really matter. Often, people move full speed ahead in their lives without taking the time to check in with their spiritual health. Spirituality’s impact on our…

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For most, the holiday season can be considered the most wonderful time of the year. However, for others, it is often a time of stress, depression and grief.  One thing we have in common is that as parents and caregivers, we want to celebrate the joy found in gift giving. There is nothing better than…

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