Parent Support

Hello Parents!  

We have put together a list of recommended links and articles that we have found to be useful for parents during this time.  We know that these times could be challenging for parents as well and we are here to support you!  We will be updating this weekly!  Hope you find these useful to you and your family! :)

• Public Broadcasting System How to Talk To Your Kids About Coronavirus
• Self Care - Self Care Link
• NASP Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource
• Managing Stress - Managing Stress Link
• Coping During COVID-19:  Coping During COVID-19 Link
• The NYC EAP - New York City Employee Assistance Program
• Thrive NYC - ThriveNYC’s new guide
• Dealing with Stress - Managing Stress
• 5 Ways to Manage Stress During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Check out Headspace, a great tool to help you meditate - you can download the app on your phone or iPad:  Headspace

 NEW:  There are several webinars being offered for free.  Great tools to help guide us during these times.  The webinars are hosted by expert clinicans at Hassenfeld Childen's Hospital at NYU Langone.  Here is the link to check them out, there are several ones each week! Upcoming Child Study Center Webinars

FUN THINGS TO DO AT HOME WITH YOUR FAMILY:  Here is a link that has many fun activites that you and your families can do at home together! Fun Activities

Things you can do to support yourself
• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
• Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.
• Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
• Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.

-Ms. Martinez + Ms. Viglietta