Support Local FamiliesDuring the month of May, Connecting for Kids is raising awareness and funds to support caregiver mental health. When you make a gift between now and May 31, 2026, your donation will be matched — up to $2000 — doubling your impact for families in our community. Even if you can't give, we hope you'll support children's mental health in Northeast Ohio by sharing our posts on social media. You can join us on:
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Know The Facts
The statistics we're sharing this month come from a wide range of research studies and articles. Some of the facts we'll be sharing are:
DepressionParent caregivers may experience depression at 2-3 times the rate of other parents (Soc Work Mental Health). | StressMany caregivers report very high or extreme stress — especially when navigating school supports like IEPs (A Day in Our Shoes). | Anxiety & Trauma10-20% of parents with medically fragile children meet the clinical criteria for PTSD (Cincinnati Children's). | BurnoutParents of children with disabilities face higher stress and burnout than other parents (Child Mind). |
How We Help
Connecting for Kids provides resources, support and community to families in Northeast Ohio who have concerns about their child. We serve all families, including those children with and without diagnoses. Some of the ways we support caregiver mental health include:
Free Support GroupsOur monthly Share & Support groups give parents a space to find connection with others on a similar path. | Free Online ResourcesOur website includes resource guides and how-to information to empower families in stressful situations. | Free Speakers & PodcastsWe offer free speakers and an extensive podcast library on many mental health concerns, including PTSD. | Free 1:1 SupportFamilies can get resources and support to lighten their loads through our free Ask Us program. |
Connecting for Kids is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Our Tax Identification Number (TIN) is 45-1689767. Donations are tax
deductible to the full extent permitted by law. |
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