Water Safety Tips

Today we are going over some simple water safety reminders as Summer is in full swing and pool time is here!

DYK: Drownings are the leading cause of injury-related death in children ages one to four years old in the United States. In Arizona, children in this age group are drowning at double the national average, and most often in swimming pools. So as a community we want to do everything we can to keep our children safe around water.

Water Safety Tips:

💧 Adult supervision is crucial when it comes to protecting our children around water. The supervising adult should not have any distractions such as phones, books, and definitely no alcoholic beverages

💧Swimming lessons are another way to protect children around water. They can help prevent drownings by allowing the child to swim out of the pool or to keep afloat until an adult reaches them.

💧Have a family meeting prior to entering water, go over water rules and why they are important.

💧When near a pool, lock any pool gates each time someone enters or exits. Never prop a gate open.

SRP offers a comprehensive checklist and other resources to prevent water emergencies, check it out at https://www.srpnet.com/customer-service/safety/water-pool

Summer Self-Care Checklist

Summer is an ideal season to prioritize self-care! Take advantage of the warm weather by engaging in outdoor activities, soaking up the sun, and focusing on your well-being. Use our self-care checklist to get some ideas for taking care of yourself this summer.

💤 Get some good SLEEP: A regular sleep routine and getting more exercise are all part of healthy sleep patterns that are proven to be critical to mind and body.

🌷 Get OUTSIDE: Get into nature but be smart about it - find places with decent shade for breaks and always have water on hand. Arizona heat is no joke!

📖 Read a new BOOK: Go to your local library or bookstore and pick a new book to read - or better yet see if they have a "blind date" wrapped book for more mystery and fun.

💧 Stay HYDRATED: Triple digit heat means we need to keep water on hand at all time. Stay hydrated and your body will thank you.

🌵 COMMUNITY events: Search online (or check out our digital bulletin board https://www.standupaj.org/eventsaj) for events going on locally. Consider outdoor movies, yard sales, festivals, farmer’s markets, concerts or dance classes. Making fun plans can help you feel excited and give you something to look forward to.

📝 Start a JOURNAL: Writing can be a great way to express how you feel and check-in with your emotions. Or, it can just be a place to doodle or draw. Make it whatever you need.

What are ways that you prioritize your self-care in the Summer? Comment below!

Problem Solving Wheel for Youth

We are focusing on the ever important quality of resilience in our teens and how to help them build it up. One important way is to provide them with the steps to problem solve!

🧩In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, the ability to effectively solve problems is a crucial skill that all individuals, especially youth, must possess. Problem solving skills not only help individuals navigate through life’s challenges but also contribute to the development of resilience – the ability to bounce back from difficult situations and adapt to adversity.

👥Youth who are equipped with problem-solving skills are better able to handle the many obstacles and setbacks that they may encounter in their personal and professional lives. This resilience allows them to persevere through tough times, learn from their mistakes, and ultimately grow stronger as individuals.

🔑One of the key benefits of building problem-solving skills in youth is the development of critical thinking abilities. When young people are able to analyze a situation, identify potential solutions, and make informed decisions, they become more confident in their ability to overcome obstacles. This not only improves their problem-solving skills but also boosts their overall sense of self-efficacy and belief in their own abilities.