Community Issues and Volunteering
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Report: IN’s 988 success sets example but all states must improve crisis support
A new report gives Indiana high marks for its rollout of 988, a mental health crisis hotline, but also highlighted all states need to do more to …
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Seven OR projects receive AARP livable community grants
Seven projects have been chosen in Oregon to receive grants from AARP. The projects were selected for the Community Challenge grant program…
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
NH backs 988 mental health hotline with local resources
Two years since activation of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a new report found New Hampshire could improve resources for the mental health …
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Report: Most of KY’s 988 crisis hotline calls answered locally
More households, workplaces and schools are struggling with mental-health crises, and a new report by the mental-health advocacy group Inseparable …
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Summer meals for kids available to-go and by delivery in remote rural areas
With school cafeterias closed for the summer, community groups and nonprofits are working to ensure that Colorado's one in five children who go …
Monday, July 1, 2024
Changing climate contributes to record Iowa tornado season
Weather researchers at Iowa State University say a shifting climate and warmer ocean temperatures are partially responsible for a record number of tor…
Monday, July 1, 2024
IN book offers recycling resources for event organizers
Summer in Indiana produces a variety of festivals, outdoor concerts, and athletic competitions. These attractions produce large crowds and hundreds …
Monday, July 1, 2024
MA boosts funding for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline services
Community groups in Massachusetts will see continued funding to support the state's 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Public health officials have …
Monday, July 1, 2024
ME groups boost awareness of 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline services
A monthly telecom surcharge could generate significant funding for Maine's 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, according to a new report. The mental …
Five SD communities receive Community Challenge grants
AARP has announced its 2024 Community Challenge grant recipients this week, including several in South Dakota. Nearly $4 million is going to about 35…
Florida aims to build a comprehensive crisis response system
Florida is getting attention for its efforts to create a comprehensive crisis response system for mental health needs. A new report by the mental …
AARP grants aim to revitalize CA alleys into vibrant public spaces
Some select alleyways across San Diego are set to get vibrant makeovers thanks to a transformative community initiative. Sue Peerson, lecturer in …