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Colorado has a free therapy program for kids. Here’s how it’s going, one year in.

KUNC | By Lucas Brady Woods Published January 23, 2023 at 6:42 AM MST Colorado’s free youth therapy program has served almost 6,000 young people since it was created over a year ago, but some mental healthcare providers say the program has limitations. Last year, lawmakers decided to put nearly $500 million of COVID relief funding into […]

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Colorado’s youth suicide crisis is worsening. Survivors and experts say we can all help

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Molly Bohannon | Fort Collins Coloradoan Editor’s note: This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please consult the video at the top of this story or the information on resources at the bottom. To the outside world, Grace Wankelman was a friendly, outgoing and academically focused high school

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Broncos announce $250,000-plus donation to player-designated organizations through club’s Social Justice Fund

Chris Weiss

Broncos announce $250,000-plus donation to player-designated organizations through club’s Social Justice Fund Dec 31, 2020 at 09:05 AM ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — As part of the Denver Broncos’ Inspire Change program, the organization announced on Thursday a $250,000-plus donation toward player-designated social justice programs throughout Colorado as well as individual players’ local communities. More than 30

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15-year-old boy writes open letter to Polis about impact of COVID-19 restrictions on teen mental health

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15-year-old boy writes open letter to Polis about impact of COVID-19 restrictions on teen mental health Kaden Piel said he wants to raise awareness about how taking away sports and activities can contribute to feelings of isolation. Author: Nelson Garcia Read Original Article on 9News MERINO, Colorado — Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there have

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Hawaii’s NFL players participate in ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaign during Week 13 of NFL season

Chris Weiss

Hawaii’s NFL players participate in ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaign during Week 13 of NFL season Author: Christian Shimabuku Read Original Article on khon2 Week 13 of the NFL season presented NFL players an opportunity to participate in the ‘My Cause My Cleats’ campaign, the one week during the season where players are allowed to

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Broncos players participate in 2020 My Cause My Cleats initiative to raise awareness and funds for various causes and non-profit organizations

Chris Weiss

Broncos players participate in 2020 My Cause My Cleats initiative to raise awareness and funds for various causes and non-profit organizations My Cause My Cleats 2020: A look at the players’ custom cleats Author: Denver Broncos Read Original Article on Denver Broncos ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — More than 50 Denver Broncos players will participate in this

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SWF helps at-risk students navigate complicated mental health care system

Chris Weiss

When students in Colorado experience a mental health crisis, they can face a labyrinthine of insurance questions, therapist options, costs and scheduling concerns before they actually connect with a therapist and get help. But Second Wind Fund cuts through that red tape by quickly providing youth at risk of suicide with a list of qualified therapists and paying for up to 12 sessions with that therapist.

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Local bands team up in livestream to benefit programs that aid suicidal youth and teens

Chris Weiss

Denver-based band 3 Hole Punch perform at Backyard Tap in Loveland on September 26, 2020. On Friday, Nov. 13, the band will perform a livestreamed show at Dog House Music Studios in Lafayette with Ipecac and Wrenn & Ian Duo. Viewers are encouraged to donate to Second Wind Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing suicide among kids and teens through free therapy.

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Season To Share beneficiaries

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Season To Share beneficiaries Author: The Denver Post | newsroom@denverpost.com Read Original Article on The Denver Post Last year, $1,400,000 was granted to the following 55 nonprofit agencies through The Denver Post Season To Share. These agencies work tirelessly to move people out of poverty by preparing children and youth for success in the classroom

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Suicide Prevention Takes Center Court At Foundation Game Between Arapahoe, Regis High Schools

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Suicide Prevention Takes Center Court At Foundation Game Between Arapahoe, Regis High Schools Author: Kelly Werthmann Read Original Article on CBS Denver CENTENNIAL, Colo. (CBS4) – It was a game that changed Marley Delaney’s life. The game where Arapahoe and Regis high schools took to the court to play against each other, but they were

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