2012 CALENDAR A Collection of Southern Nevada Children's Art Work and Positive Affirmations
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JANUARY JULY “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over… “Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; it became a butterfly.” ~Anonymous they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” ~Marcel Proust FEBRUARY AUGUST “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while “A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.” loving someone deeply gives you courage.” ~Lao-Tzu ~Phyllis Diller SEPTEMBER “Kindness is the language which the deaf can MARCH hear and the blind can see.” ~Mark Twain “You can easily judge the character of a man by the way he treats those that can do nothing for him.” ~Malcolm Forbes SAPTA OCTOBER “The secret to a rich life is to have more APRIL beginnings than endings.” ~Dave Weinbaum “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.” ~Mother Teresa NOVEMBER “Gratitude can transform common days into MAY Thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an ordinary opportunities into blessings.” ~William act, but a habit.” ~Aristotle Arthur Ward DECEMBER JUNE “The manner of giving is worth more than the “Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” ~Lady Bird Johnson gift.” ~Pierre Corneille, Le Menteur
MISSION STATEMENT: FACT is a non-profit, 501(c)3, agency dedicated to helping Nevadan’s heal from the traumas and cycle of abuse, neglect, violence and addiction through education, prevention and treatment services. Victim Services: Victim services include a comprehensive array of counseling services provided to child and adult victims of child abuse, sexual assault and family violence free of charge. Services include individual, family, & group therapy, family and child assessments, art & play therapy and case management. Individuals ages 4 and up are eligible to receive services. Teen Crisis Intervention Program (TCIP): The TCIP program offers outpatient therapy and advocacy services for those who have engaged in underage prostitution or have been victims of child sex trafficking. Working in conjunction with the 8th District Court - Family Division, our professional staff assists and supports the victims of child trafficking through the court process, as well as on their journey toward health and healing from trauma and abuse. Females ages 12-24 may participate in this no-cost program. STOP Domestic Violence Program: STOP is a collaboration between FACT and The Shade Tree providing an array of wraparound services to women victims of abuse which include shelter, mental health services and advocacy support. Each week, a Clinical Therapist from FACT facilitates a Psycho-educational group at Shade Tree that covers a series of topics which aim to break the cycle of domestic violence. This group is free of charge. Violence Prevention Education Program (VPE): VPE is a best practices curricula offered to students ages 11-17 with identified disabilities (emotional, behavioral, developmental, cognitive, learning, hearing or visual impairment) within the Clark County School District and community. The VPE program provides a five-lesson course of child self-protection training to prevent the physical, emotional/verbal, and sexual abuse of children with disabilities. The program also provides training for teachers and parents, training for community partners, and collaboration with disability-related agencies to better provide the community with information and resources to prevent abuse among this population. Life Choices Program: Life Choices is a Level I Substance Abuse Treatment Program for Adolescents designed to help the individual achieve permanent changes in alcohol/drug using behavior and cognitive functioning. This intensive program consists of weekly, 2 ½-hour group counseling sessions over a period of 12 weeks. Individual and family counseling are also available in conjunction with group counseling. Fees for this program are assessed on a sliding fee scale; no one will be refused treatment based on their inability to pay for services. Aftercare groups and individual counseling sessions are provided as a free service and a source of long-term support to clients who complete the Life Choices program. Donna’s House Central (DHC): DHC is a FACT Program sponsored by the 8th Judicial District Court-Family Division. DHC provides supervised visitation and exchange services for custodial and non-custodial parents. This program provides a safe, neutral, and child friendly environment for non-custodial parents to initiate, reunite, or to continue in a relationship with their children. Family Support Group: This group is designed to provide support and education to the adult family members and friends of abuse victims. Group topics may include defining abuse/assault, how to help a victim/what victims need, denial, anger/stress management, etc. This group is free to attend, and potential group members can come to one or all of the groups. For more information about FACT programs please visit www.FACTSNV.org or call 702-258-5855
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Teach your child that if they are being followed not to hide behind bushes, but to go where there are people or to a safe house.
“You can easily judge the character of a man by the way he treats those that can do nothing for him.”
Grown-ups should NOT ask kids to do things that other adults can do for them. Teach your child to say, "Wait here and I'll check with my Mom/Dad." Then hurry to tell their parent(s). Most Common Lures are: Directions & Lost Puppy or Kitten
Children should NEVER say that their parents are not home when answering the phone. Teach your children to take a message and say their parents will call back when they are not busy. Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Institute provides a full range of services, both surgical and non- surgical, for treatment of all conditions involving the foot, ankle, and leg. We are pleased to now offer laser treatment for nail fungus, scars, and warts. Mention FACT and receive $100 off your treatment. Call 702.997.9833 to schedule an appointment or visit us online at www.drsibel.com We have office locations in both Summerlin and Henderson.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.”
Teach your child that it is appropriate to "make a scene" if he/she senses danger from an adult. Teach him/her to yell "HELP!", or "I DON'T KNOW YOU!", not just to scream! Capstone Brokerage provides Workers Compensation, Health Insurance, Medical Malpractice, Auto & Home Insurance and Business Insurance in Las Vegas. Get a quote today! 888-773-0175 702-227-5727
“Where flowers bloom, so does hope.”
If a child is riding his/her bike and a stranger tries to pull them into their car, they should wrap their arms and legs around the bike and NOT let go. A stranger will not be able to get the child and the bike into the car. Foundation Mission: "Through choice, we are empowered to build stronger communities where we live and work. We uplift lives, and create positive impact." The MGM Resorts International Charitable Giving Program serves as the principal funding entity for the Company's community and social investments. It is the mission of MGM Resorts International to strengthen communities in which we operate. With the understanding that one company cannot meet the multitude of needs each community faces, it is our priority to strengthen organizations and programs that are located where our employees live, work and care for their families.
“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”
Only put your dog’s name and your phone number on a dog tag. If you put your address, a predator can find out where you live simply by asking to pet your dog. If your dog is lost, whoever finds it can call you and you can arrange a safe public location to meet. FACT could not exist without the support of our generous sponsors! THANK YOU!
“A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.”
Come up with a secret code word. This way, if someone tells your child that they need to go with them, the child can ask them for the code word. If they really are a friend, they will know the code word. If they do not, you should teach your child to run away from them as fast as possible. FACT SPONSORS
“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.”
Only accept friend requests on social networking sites from those YOU KNOW! Do not accept a stranger! If you have adolescent kids, instruct them to do the same. FACT SPONSORS SAPTA
“The secret to a rich life is to have more beginnings than endings.”
Do not monogram your child’s book bag with their name. If a predator learned their name, they could befriend them and act like they know them or their parents. Because there’s so much we can do together in the fight against breast cancer Learn more online at www.summerlinhospital.com or call (702) 233-7337 to schedule your mammogram today.
“Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.”
When attending a busy event, point out a tall, easy to find, safe zone. If your child gets separated from you, you both have a meeting place to reunite. Our mission as a company is to “Exceed our customers’ expectation by providing unparalleled business solutions with leading edge technology products, coupled with unmatched service, supplies and support. 702-951-4247 info@ais-now.com
“The manner of giving is worth more than the gift.” Happy Holidays!
PRACTICE makes perfect. Make sure to practice safety techniques, ask questions and role-play with your children!
Special Thanks to our 2012 Calendar Sponsors! SAPTA www.FACTSNV.org
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