Warren Township Youth and Family Services

08/05/2026

Before the first bell rings, remember that back-to-school nerves are completely normal. 💙 Talk about what to expect, ease back into a school routine, visit the school if you can, validate big feelings, and celebrate the exciting parts like new supplies, seeing friends, and fresh beginnings. A little preparation can go a long way! 🍎📚

07/29/2026

Did you know that July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month? As it comes to a close, let's remember that mental health care should be accessible, inclusive, and culturally responsive all year long. 💚

🧠 People from racial and ethnic minority communities often face greater barriers to accessing mental health care.
💬 Culture, language, and stigma can make it harder to ask for help.

At Warren Township Youth & Family Services, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. No matter your background, you don't have to face life's challenges alone.

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

⏰ Don't forget! Our FREE Back to School Dragon Adventure Movie in the Park is coming up on August 21st at 6:00pm! 🐉✨
Bring your family for an evening of fun featuring the 2025 live-action How to Train Your Dragon under the stars, dragon-themed arts & crafts, a live reptile & amphibian presentation by The Frog Lady, Kiki's Cotton Candy food truck, and delicious burgers, brats, and hot dogs available for purchase from the Gagewood Lions Club. We hope to see you there!

✨🎬 Join us for a Movie in the Park - FREE Back to School Dragon Adventure! event hosted by Warren Township Youth & Family Services and Warren Township Teen Center. Let's celebrate the start of a new school year with a dragon adventure!

⏰6:00pm: The Frog Lady
⏰6:45pm: Dragon crafts - Decorate dragon eggs, make dragon masks, face painting, dragon tattoos
⏰8:00pm: Movie begins - "How to Train Your Dragon" 2025

🍧🍿 Food available for purchase from Kiki's Cotton Candy and Gagewood Lion's Club!

This event will move indoors at the Warren Township Senior Center in case of inclement weather. No registration required. Activities are free while supplies last.
Questions can be directed to Youth & Family Services [email protected] / 847-244-1101, ext. *401.

07/24/2026

💙 July 24th is International Self-Care Day — celebrated on 7/24 as a reminder that self-care should be practiced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Self-care isn't just about relaxation. It includes caring for your:
💪 Physical
🧠 Emotional
🤝 Social
🍃 Spiritual
❤️ Personal
🏠 Space
💵 Financial
💼 Work

Small, consistent acts of self-care can make a big difference. You deserve care every day. ✨

07/22/2026

Two things can be true at the same time. Your emotions don't have to fit into one box, and you don't have to choose just one feeling. Giving yourself permission to experience the full range of your emotions is part of healing, not a sign that you're doing it wrong.

💙 Be gentle with yourself. Growth isn't about feeling one thing... it's about making space for all of it.

07/15/2026

Self-care isn't always bubble baths. 💙

Real self-care starts with listening to what you need — not what you think you should be doing. Sometimes it's cancelling plans without guilt, letting yourself have an unproductive day, or simply feeling your feelings instead of trying to fix them.

Give yourself the same grace you'd give someone you care about. ✨

07/09/2026

🚗🧼 Join us on July 23rd for our Car Wash Fundraiser!

Help make a difference for our campers while getting your car sparkling clean. Every wash supports opportunities, experiences, and memories for the individuals we serve.

We hope to see you there!

07/09/2026

Save the date! Clear out the clutter and protect your privacy! 🗂️✂️

Join us for our upcoming Shred Event and Food Drive on July 18th from 8:30am to 11:30am at the Warren Township Center hosted by Elmer Fallos Warren Township Supervisor and State Representative Joyce Mason. Non-perishable food donations will benefit the Warren Township Food Pantry. Safely dispose of your old documents and enjoy peace of mind knowing your information is secure! 🔒

07/09/2026

📚✨ Today's Book Spotlight: A Little Scribble Spot: A Story About Colorful Emotions! 🌈

Big feelings can be tough, but learning about them doesn't have to be! This colorful, kid-friendly series is a wonderful resource for parents looking to support their child's emotional development. Through fun stories and lovable Scribble Spots, children learn to recognize happiness, sadness, anger, anxiety, peacefulness, confidence, and love — helping them better understand and express their feelings.

At Warren Township Youth and Family Services, we love books that help kids grow emotionally while making learning fun. This series is definitely worth adding to your family's bookshelf! 📖💙