Let's Celebrate Moms in May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We hope everyone takes some time not only this month, but throughout the year, to think about the importance of educating ourselves, leaning in, showing compassion, listening, and offering support. Helping those who are struggling to not feel alone is something we can all do. And, in addition to helping those around us, it is also important to take care of ourselves by making self-care a priority in our daily lives. Below we have provided tips to boost mental health, and we always encourage connecting with a trained professional to help if the feeling persists.

This month we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers play a critically important role in the lives of our community’s children. Teachers are dedicated to our children and their success, and we know that the past few years have been extremely challenging for teachers. I think many of us have an enhanced appreciation for all that teachers do day-in and day-out to support our kids. Even if you do not have school-age children, please take a moment to acknowledge a teacher and thank them for all they do!
 
May also marks Mother's Day! I enjoy a day that starts with a great cup of coffee and a leisurely morning, and I always hope for weather that allows for a hike or time to plant our garden. At this point, we are all hoping for beautiful weather that will allow us to get outside and enjoy the Spring air! I always look forward to spending the day with my children (now adults) and having dinner with my mom. Nothing too over the top for me, just time together is all this mom needs. Wishing all the moms out there the day you want and I hope you feel celebrated and appreciated!   
 
Thank you all for your continued support of our mission to keep children safe and families together.
Kim Young
Chief Executive Officer
Celebration of Life for Pam Becker
2pm - 4pm
Friday, June 2nd, 2023
The Children's Cabinet
1090 S. Rock Blvd.

This past month, we lost one of our beloved staff members, Pam Becker. Pam was a colleague and friend who dedicated over 33 years to our mission of keeping children safe and families together. We know she had an impact on many of our partners in the community. If you knew Pam, we invite you to join us in celebrating her life on Friday, June 2nd.
Mental Health Tips
In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, here are some ways you can support Mental Health outreach from Mental Health America:

  1. Share your story: Share your own mental health journey. Your story matters and people want to hear it!
  2. Get your employer involved: Ask your leadership team to recognize Mental Health Month and share why it is a priority in the workplace.
  3. Reach Out: Think about family and friends who might benefit from mental health resources and start a conversation. There is no better time than Mental Health Month!
  4. Contact elected officials: Change happens at many levels. Let your representatives know what Metal Health Month means to you and why it is important.
 
Want more details? Visit Mental Health America for more details:
Circle of Security Parenting Series
A parenting group focused on building connection.

At times parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.

Learning Objectives of the Training:
  • Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
  • Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
  • Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
  • Honor your intimate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure

For Parents and/or caregivers of children 4 months – 6 years old
Mondays 5:00pm – 6:30pm (90 min)
May 8th – July 3rd 
The Children’s Cabinet – 777 Sinclair St, Reno, NV 89501
No Charge

This program is time for parents and caregivers to have some space to think and learn, so please arrange alternative childcare for your children. Please bring a photo of your child so we can get to know them. 

For questions please contact either of the following two facilitators:

Morgan Wright, LCSW: mwright@childrenscabinet.org
Lisa Dettelback, MFT Intern: ldettelback@childrenscabinet.org 

If you are interested in attending the group, please fill out the questionnaire below:
Art of Childhood is August 18th!
2023 sponsorships and tables are available now!
Purchase your table or become a sponsor today.
2023 Nevada Business Symposium
Save the date August 24th, 2023

Join industry executives and elected officials as we analyze high impact strategies to support working families to build a stronger workforce and economy.

The 2023 Business Symposium is designed to engage industry executives and community leaders across the state of Nevada in analyzing the return on investment of supporting family-friendly workforce policies and the effects of early education on Nevada’s workforce and economic growth. Through informational sessions on Nevada’s economic outlook, current workforce issues and family-friendly policies to increase recruitment and retention, you will expand and deepen your understanding of how early care and education intersect with your community, your business, your employees, and Nevada’s economic vitality.

Registration opens June 2023

For questions please contact: kcullen@childrenscabinet.org
Thank you, April 2023 Donors
  • Alliance Trust Company
  • Bank of America Foundation Employee Giving Campaign
  • Ann L. Baker, in memory of Pam L. Becker
  • Jack Battenfield & Judy Conte, in memory of Pam L. Becker
  • Black Rabbit Mead Company - Charity Bingo with Chris Payne
  • Andrew Blicharz
  • Children's Cabinet Stitchers
  • Sally de Lipkau
  • Michael & Tammy Dermody *
  • Frank Lepori Construction *
  • Ashley Gondorcin
  • Grand Sierra Resort & Casinos Care 
  • Eve Hall
  • Sally Hardwick
  • James Hogue, UPS
  • Jennifer & Allen Huntley
  • Mark Johnson
  • Shannon and Joe Keel
  • Michon Kennen  
  • KPS3*
  • Stephanie Kruse & Ferenc Szony, in memory of Pam L. Becker
  • Holger & Lorraine Liepmann *
  • Lord of Mercy Lutheran Church
  • Washoe County Juvenile Services*
  • Nicholas Macholl
  • Edgar Manjarrez
  • McQueen High School Leadership
  • Lydia & Matthew Meyer 
  • Microsoft Employees & Matching Gifts 
  • Tom Morris & Kellie Nielan, in memory of Pam L. Becker
  • Anne Neudorfer, in honor of the Markow Family: AJ, Crissa, Eli, and Bennett
  • NOW Health Group
  • Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church
  • Quility 
  • Cindy Scott 
  • SFI Health
  • May Sagawa Shelton
  • Ann Dee Silver
  • Stephen & Stephanie Spensky
  • Starbucks
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
  • Virginia Timmins, in memory of Pamela Becker
  • Lorrel Toft 
  • Timothy Welch
  • Sarah Whiteley
  • Jennifer & Ty Zimmerman
  • Dylan Laws
  • Local 350 Plumbers, Pipefitters
*Art of Childhood Sponsor!
Our Mission
Since 1985, The Children's Cabinet's mission has been to keep children safe and families together by providing services and resources that address unmet needs through a unique and effective cooperative effort between the private sector and public agencies in Nevada.
The Children's Cabinet Offices:

Main Office - Reno
775-856-6200

Wilbur D. May Youth Center - Reno
775-352-8090

Carson City Office
775-684-0880

Las Vegas Office
702-825-8978

Elko Office
775-738-3808