The webinar begins with an overview of the science of addiction, followed by an exploration of the complex relationship between financial stress (and relatedly, employment) and substance use.
The webinar begins with an overview of the science of addiction, followed by an exploration of the complex relationship between financial stress (and relatedly, employment) and substance use.
Participants will learn techniques to enhance interactions with clients with disabilities and their caregivers, strategies for boundary-setting, and ethical frameworks for decision-making.
Military families are among millions of households in the U.S. rely on the charitable food system to fill gaps in their food needs. Recent efforts have sought to redesign food pantries to create a less stigmatizing experience for clients where they can access healthy food.
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) combats hunger and brings healthy foods to tables across the country for children in childcare and afterschool programs as well as adults in day care.
The prevalence of food insecurity in the U.S. military is 25% compared to only 10% in the civilian sector. Substantial research has been done since 2018 to determine the risk factors and reasons for food insecurity as well as the subsequent consequences of food insecurity in the military.
The ongoing employment crisis affects not only economic and financial security but also health and well-being. In response, numerous innovative employment initiatives have emerged. Learn how the Department of Defense addresses holistic military spouse employment needs.