November is National Homelessness Month, a time to dedicate ourselves and our communities to raising awareness about the issue of homelessness and its impact on individuals and communities. This observance is significant to Maryvale, where we have made it our mission to protect and care for unhoused people – especially mothers and children – for over 165 years. National Homelessness Month asks us all to recognize that homelessness is a significant issue affecting many individuals and families...

Topics: Homelessness

Emotional wellness is a practice and a process that is worth taking time to explore, no matter your age. With more than 50 million Americans dealing with some sort of mental illness, it is vital to consider the practices people can incorporate into their daily lives to promote positivity, feelings of joy, connection, and strength. Culture can often focus on the many things going wrong in the world, and it takes a dedicated practice of cultivated care to prepare people of all ages and with all...

Topics: Emotional Wellness

Halloween is just a couple of weeks away! We love this holiday for all its fun, spooky wonders – children get to explore their creativity through costumes and Halloween crafts, and families can create special rituals, from trick-or-treating to block parties to decorating their porches. 

Topics: Halloween Safety

If you injure your leg and need crutches, there is no question that it will take you longer to get around and that you’ll need to rely on loved ones to help you with day-to-day tasks. While mental health disorders tend to be less evident than physical injury, they deserve our attention and our willingness to slow down and ask for help. Depression is the most common mental health disorder, with more than 280 million people worldwide who have had documented instances of depression and many more...

Topics: Depression

Did you know that 1 in 700 children is born with Down Syndrome? Maryvale is proud to honor Down Syndrome Awareness Month, observed in October each year. This special moment is an opportunity for you, your family, and our entire community to raise awareness about Down syndrome, promote inclusion, and support individuals with Down syndrome. 

Topics: Down's Syndrome

While every family could benefit from early childhood education, not everyone is able to enjoy its benefits. The rising cost of childcare is a significant issue that has far-reaching implications, particularly for low-income communities. In our view, unaffordable childcare is at the root of a national crisis that impacts many American families. 

Topics: Early Education

With the excitement and jitters of back-to-school season behind us, now is the time for children to settle in for a year of learning and educational enrichment. Maintaining high energy levels throughout the school year starts today. Sustaining a positive attitude toward school is essential for children’s academic performance, overall well-being, and social skills. Parents can help their children stay tapped into their high back-to-school energy levels throughout the entire school year by...

Topics: Back-to-School

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month – what better time to advocate for healthy habits in our children? If you think obesity is not a significant concern for children, think again - the Centers for Disease Control report that one out of every five children in the United States suffers from obesity. This problem becomes more and more severe as children grow up. Obese children and teens are about five times more likely to remain obese as adults than their healthy counterparts....

Topics: Childhood Obesity

Did you know that over 94% of adults in the U.S. feel that suicide can be prevented? This week, Maryvale joins organizations nationwide to observe Suicide Prevention Week. Generating awareness is more critical than ever – these days, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with one death occurring every 11 minutes. Suicide Prevention Week is a vital annual event that brings together individuals, communities, and organizations to raise awareness about the importance...

Topics: Suicide Prevention

We don’t want to think about it every day, but the reality is that every person will experience profound loss and grief at some point in their life. Grief is the great equalizer and has the potential to unite people, no matter their background.

Topics: Grief, Grief Awareness Day