What are Living Skills? How does it work? A provider works with the child in one-on-one sessions. Once the goals are established, the representative will work on activities and projects with the child that will help modify the negative behavior to reinforce the positive behavior, providing the child with tools. The activities are also catered to the child’s level of …
Invisible Disabilities and Hidden Determinants of Health
Although disability is part of being human, discrimination and social exclusion continue to impact individuals with disabilities. Over 1 billion people, about 15% of the global population, experience disability – and that number is rising. Many disabilities are obvious, like in a physical impairment. But there is a whole other classification of challenges that cannot be seen so easily. Invisible …
Co-occurring vs. Co-morbidity Disorders
Co-occurring vs. Co-morbidity Disorders Understanding diagnosis’ can be overwhelming – and even more overwhelming if you are given one of these. Co-occurring disorders are clinical conditions affecting millions of people around the world, but what, exactly, does the term mean? Many times, co-occurring disorders refer to individuals with both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder coexistence. But …
VFW HONORED BY NONPROFIT MIKID
Basketball court and shade awning funded by VFW donation was dedicated in community celebration September 29, 2022 [KINGMAN, AZ] — MIKID the Valley’s largest Family-Run Organization serving children and families with behavioral health challenges, held a community celebration to dedicate its new outdoor facilities to the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) Post 10386. This community event was held on National …
Understanding my child with ADHD
September 22, 2022 If you are a parent or caretaker that has a child with ADHD and you feel the following: ● Tired ● Guilt ● Feeling overwhelmed ● Disrespected ● Embarrassed ● Feeling judged Know that you are NOT alone. If you are reading this blog, most likely you are a parent that has a child diagnosed with ADHD …
Former MIKID corporate headquarters closes escrow
October 4, 2016 ORION Investment Real Estate negotiated the sale of the former MIKID corporate headquarters for $535,000 ($101/SF). https://azbigmedia.com/real-estate/former-mikid-corporate-headquarters-closes-escrow/
MIKID CEO, Dick Geasland contributed to a KJZZ article about mental health and Halloween
October 28, 2016 Some people love a good scare. It’s why haunted-house attractions pop up every year, along with creepy costumes and spooky scenery. But there is a concern among mental-health advocates about how some of those places and costumes depict people with a mental illness. https://kjzz.org/content/387936/what-frightens-mental-health-advocates-halloween-spread-stereotypes
MIKID unveiled its Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween House
October 30, 2016 MIKID, which stands for Mentally Ill Kids in Distress, gave candy to the trick-or-treaters while they passed through a graveyard and other frightening displays. https://kdminer.com/photos/2016/oct/30/38892/
MIKID Buys Tucson Learning Facility and Office
November 1, 2016 TUCSON, AZ — MIKID – Mentally Ill Kids in Distress, Inc. (Dick Geasland, CEO) purchased a 6,400- square-foot building, located at 925 E. Bilby Road in Tucson, from OneAZ Credit Union for $375,000 ($58.60 PSF). https://realestatedaily-news.com/mikid-buys-tucson-learning-facility-office/
MIKID is featured on Sonoran Living
Phoenix, AZ — MIKID – Was featured on Sonoran Living. Highlighting our founders story, the resources we offer to the community and our 30th anniversary celebration. “
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