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#1. Sponsor a Child or Family for the holidays. Giving Tree helps children enrolled in Child Focus programs...
Planning for Successful School Holiday Breaks

School holiday breaks are a time that children look forward to all year round. Winter break is a time of year when children can relax, recuperate, and take time to enjoy their families. These breaks also give children a chance to academically reset and step away from the stress of schoolwork.
Navigating Setbacks and Relapses

On the road to recovery and a brighter future, there may be setbacks and relapses. But stumbles and mistakes do not mean that we have failed, instead they represent a chance to reflect on our goals and identify areas of change and improvement.
This is especially true for people working to recover from substance use disorders. Alcohol and other drugs often have a powerful hold over us and removing them from our lives can be a serious challenge