Kids-TALK Children's Advocacy Center
The Kids-TALK Children’s Advocacy Center provides comprehensive intervention, advocacy, and treatment services to child victims of abuse, neglect, and trauma.
We seek to end child maltreatment and promote healing in our Wayne County community.
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Today we have a great breathing technique that can be done wherever and whenever! This one is perfect for older kids and teens. It's called "4-7-8 breathing" and it goes like this:
- Take a deep breath in while counting to 4.
- Hold your breath while counting to 7.
- Exhale a slow, long breath while counting to 8.
- Repeat as needed to feel more relaxed. This pattern of breathing regulates our nervous system and helps us feel calmer.
You can try doing this with your hands on your heart or your stomach for an extra feeling of being grounded.
Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Today is the first day of Kwanzaa! We wish all who celebrate a Happy Kwanzaa!
Kwanzaa is a seven-day celebration of African-American culture, which culminates in a communal feast called Karamu. It was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga based on African harvest traditions from different parts of West and Southeast Africa. The first Kwanzaa was celebrated in 1966.
As part of the celebration, seven candlesticks (representing the seven principles of Kwanzaa) are lit. There is one black candle which stands for unity ("umoja") and symbolizes the African-American people. The three red candles stand for self-determination ("kujichagulia"), cooperative economics ("ujamaa"), and creativity ("kuumba") and symbolize the struggles of the African-American people. The three green candles stand for collective work and responsibility ("ujima"), purpose ("nia"), and faith ("imani" and symbolize the future and hope that comes from struggle.
Looking to learn more about Kwanzaa or participate in local Kwanzaa celebrations? Check out the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History's website for more information about local Kwanzaa events.

Kids-TALK CAC wishes everyone a Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah begins tonight at sunset and is observed for eight nights and days. Here are some traditions to bring your family closer together.
🕎 Reconnect with family
🕎 Attend community events
🕎 Sing Hanukkah songs
🕎 Cook traditional recipes
🕎 Worship as a family
🕎 Give back
Wishing everyone a season of love, light, and happiness.

Merry Christmas Eve to those that celebrate! Kids-TALK Children's Advocacy Center wishes you all of the magic of the season.
We are closed today and tomorrow so that our dedicated team can spend time with their family and friends.
Wishing you and yours peace, love, and joy.

The holiday season is in full swing! While the holidays can be a time full of joy and feeling connected to others, it's also common to experience stress, depression, and anxiety. It's important to realize that no matter how you feel during this season, your feelings are valid and okay.
Today we are sharing the final part of a three-part series on tips to help manage stress during the holidays. Incorporate these tips into your season to help combat stress and take care of your emotional well-being!
- Incorporate movement into your day: It can feel hard to squeeze in a workout or a walk into what feels like an already busy schedule, but movement can decrease anxiety, provide you with a burst of serotonin and endorphins, and improve your sleep. Even designating a short amount of time every day for some kind of movement can have huge benefits!
- Don't underestimate the big impact of small changes: We often feel like we have to do something major or time-consuming to make a real difference, but the truth is, every little choice can help! Making the decision to put your phone away at the end of the day, listen to relaxing music, or do a meditation can have a positive effect on how you feel. Give it a try!

The holiday season is in full swing! While the holidays can be a time full of joy and feeling connected to others, it's also common to experience stress, depression, and anxiety. It's important to realize that no matter how you feel during this season, your feelings are valid and okay.
Today we are sharing the second part of a three-part series on tips to help manage stress during the holidays. Incorporate these tips into your season to help combat stress and take care of your emotional well-being!
- Do less: It's easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit and overcommit your time. Block off time on your calendar to ensure that you are giving yourself downtime and not spreading yourself too thin. When it comes to holiday traditions, it's normal and acceptable for traditions to change over time and evolve to fit your current lifestyle. If a ritual or tradition is causing you a lot of stress, consider forming a new one.
- Be intentional with how you connect: Even though many of us associate the holidays with increased social interaction, the truth is that many of us feel lonely and isolated during this time of year. If you need support, reach out to someone you trust. Consider starting individual or group therapy as a way to connect with others and build your support network. Volunteering during this time of year can also be a great way to give back and connect in a way that feels meaningful!
Stay tuned for Part 3! Coming soon!

The holiday season is in full swing! While the holidays can be a time full of joy and feeling connected to others, it's also common to experience stress, depression, and anxiety. It's important to realize that no matter how you feel during this season, your feelings are valid and okay.
Today we are sharing the first part of a three-part series on tips to help manage stress during the holidays. Incorporate these tips into your season to help combat stress and take care of your emotional well-being!
- Keep up your self-care: The holidays can be a busy time and often the first thing to go is our self-care routine. Even if you have to scale back, make your self-care a non-negotiable this holiday season. Consider scheduling time in your planner that is just for you!
- Be realistic: The holiday season can be full of commitments and many of us feel stretched thin. Plan ahead and set limits on how many events you will attend, the amount you will spend on gifts, and what you will be responsible for. Be vocal about your boundaries and stick to them!
Stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3! Coming soon!

to just last week! Sending a big thank you to the amazing team at the Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County for their hospitality! We truly appreciate the warm welcome and the opportunity to see your beautiful (and thoughtful!) new building. We are grateful for the chance to connect. 💙

Holidays can be a time of celebration and excitement and they can also be a time of grief for children (and adults) who have had loved ones that have died or are not with them. Children grieve through behavior and play. Reassure them that feeling all types of emotions is okay!
Children benefit from remembering instead of trying to forget. For many children, remembering the past helps to make them hopeful for the future. ❤️

Happy National Mutt Day! Also known as National Mixed Breed Dog Day, National Mutt Day was created in 2005 by animal welfare advocate Colleen Page to celebrate mixed breed dogs and raise awareness about pet adoption.
This holiday is twice as nice, as it is celebrated both today and on July 31st!
Do you have a favorite furry mutt? We would love to meet them in the comments below!🐶

Today is and as comes to a close, we would like to recognize and honor the histories, traditions, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans.
It is important that children learn about Native American history in a way that is accurate and culturally-sensitive. Teaching children about history in a way that is comprehensive and fact-based promotes cultural diversity and prevents harmful stereotyping.
Looking for a good place to start? We love the Native Knowledge 360 Education Initiative from the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. This website has lesson plans, student programs, resources, and professional development opportunities for adults. Check it out here: https://americanindian.si.edu/nk360

Wishing you and yours a wonderful . Kids-TALK CAC will be closed today and tomorrow so that our hard-working team can spend time with their families and friends.
We are thankful for each of our team members, our dedicated professional partners, and incredible our community supporters. We could not do this without you!

If you or someone that you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988. Someone is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week to chat or text. The 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline has trained crisis counselors that can help if you or someone that you love is experiencing suicidal, substance abuse, and/or mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. Services are provided in English and Spanish and translation services can be provided in 250 additional languages.
To learn more please visit www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988 or www.reimaginecrisis.org. 💛🧡

It's and today we are looking at the final of a three-part series about what mindful families do differently, according to an article by Mindful. Try these strategies to increase your well-being and strengthen your relationships in your family.
- Forgive Ourselves and Each Other: Mistakes are opportunities for learning and resetting. We can forgive each other, investigate why things got off track, and invite our loved ones to repair and reconnect with us.
- Practice Support and Generosity: Generosity means giving and sharing things of value, whether it be time, money, love, or objects. Modeling these acts for our loved ones can encourage them to be generous as well. Have informal family meetings to talk about why generosity and compassion are important and ways you can incorporate it into your family's life.
- Play and Have Fun: Having fun as a family is key to connection, positivity, and stress relief! Make opportunities for big and small ways to have fun with your family. Sharing a laugh is the best medicine!
Here is the link to the full Mindful article: www.mindful.org/7-things-mindful-families-do-differently/

One way we can keep children safe is to teach them about personal boundaries, including the difference between keeping good and bad secrets. Boundaries help children feel empowered and in control. They allow kids to set limits for themselves and feel safe to tell a trusted adult if someone crosses their boundary.
Here are some resources that our Kids-TALK CAC team loves for helping kids learn about boundaries; check them out!
"Do You Have a Secret?" by Jennifer Moore-Mallinos: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1365097.Do_You_Have_a_Secret_
"Protect Yourself Rules - Secrets" created by Barbara Sinatra Children's Center Foundation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAD17zMgjHc
"My Body Safety Rules - 5 Things Every Child Should Know" created by Educate2Empower Publishing: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u03EHVf-7vI

to an amazing day of community support and awareness! 💙 We were honored to participate in the Blue Ribbon Run and resource fair with the , bringing together families, advocates, and local organizations to raise awareness for children in need. Together, we’re making a difference!

! Let's talk sleepover safety. At Kids-TALK Children's Advocacy Center, the safety and well-being of children are our top priority! Raising awareness is critical in preventing child abuse.
Sleepovers can be an exciting and fun experience for kids, but it is important to make sure we make sleepovers as safe as possible. Here are some tips, but it is also important to teach children body safety and trust your instincts. If something does not feel right, it is okay to say "no" to the sleepover. Let's work together to keep children safe!

It's and today we are looking at the second of a three-part series about what mindful families do differently, according to an article by Mindful. Try these strategies to increase your well-being and strengthen your relationships in your family.
- Communicate Courageously: Being vulnerable is hard and we often avoid the tough but necessary conversations with our loved ones. See if you can identify something that has been bothering you that you haven't shared with a loved one. Try and get at what the heart of the issue is for you. Then see if you feel ready to approach your family member with openness and curiosity to express how you feel.
- Practice Appreciation and Gratitude: Try to look for opportunities to be intentional about showing appreciation. Start small and choose something you feel truly grateful for. Gratitude is contagious, so don't be surprised if you start feeling more appreciated too!
Here is the link to the full Mindful article: www.mindful.org/7-things-mindful-families-do-differently/
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