Childers Counseling Service

06/12/2026

Flag Day is celebrated every year on June 14 (this coming Sunday), marking the anniversary of the official adoption of the American flag in 1777. It’s a moment to reflect on the history, symbolism, and unity represented by the Stars and Stripes.

Flag Day is Sunday, June 14, 2026. Why do the red, white, and blue color symbolize? Did Betsy Ross design the first flag? Find out what Flag Day is all about, the origins and meaning of our flag, and 5 surprising flag facts!

06/10/2026

Growing older should bring peace, not fear. Yet elder poverty is becoming an urgent issue. Being poor is hard at any age, but in later years poverty turns struggle into crisis. No one deserves to age without security, dignity, or support. It’s time to pay attention. It’s time to care.

Best advice for avoiding elderly poverty is good financial knowledge and behaviors starting during one's youth.

06/08/2026

National Best Friends Day

This June 8, National Best Friends Day, let your besties know how much you love and appreciate them.

06/05/2026

Pride is more than a parade. It’s history, resistance, and a legacy of courage that still shapes today. Discover the stories behind the symbols, the movement, and the people who made Pride possible. +

There’s so much more to Pride than a parade.

06/03/2026

June is National Safety Month — a chance for communities, organizations, and individuals to champion safer habits and healthier environments. Here are 21 ideas designed to educate, inspire, and promote everyday safety.

Discover 21 innovative ideas to celebrate National Safety Month this June. From digital safety to community events, make safety a priority in diverse ways.

05/27/2026

Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/facts

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. To veterans facing grief, crisis, or trauma, you are not alone. Support is available: www.988lifeline.org/help-yourself/veterans

For those that serve or who have served, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, these resources can help.

05/22/2026

Mindfulness means paying attention to the present moment on purpose and without judgment. It helps train your mind to be more aware and less reactive. Explore 8 mindful exercises, their benefits, and simple ways to get started.

Mindfulness is a way of paying attention to the present moment on purpose and without judgment. It's a way of training your mind to be more aware and less reactive.

05/20/2026

At its core, mindfulness means noticing what’s happening inside and around you—and accepting it without judgment. This practice can bring more calm, clarity, and harmony to your daily life.

Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention to the present. This state is described as observing one’s thoughts and feelings without judging them as good or bad.

05/18/2026

Thank an EMS professional today! It’s EMS Week.