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April 2015
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For most of us, controlling our emotions can be challenging, but is usually instinctive. We have learned that even if we feel like yelling at someone before our morning cup of coffee, we shouldn’t do it. And we can stop ourselves from acting on these impulses.
But what if you were unable to control these waves of emotions and you couldn’t help but express your strong emotions in a negative, aggressive way? Many children—because of trauma, abuse, or other debilitating challenges—are at the mercy of their own urges to act out. This can get children suspended or expelled from school or even removed from their homes. Where can they turn in such dire situations?
Read why Edgewood Center for Children and Families' Community School is an alternative learning environment for high-need youth.
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Across the Bay 12K & 5K takes place this Sunday, April 26, at Aquatic Park in San Francisco. This Bay Area favorite run will attract 3,500 participants, all running for one wonderful cause, the kids and families we serve at Edgewood. If you haven't been inspired to run at an event like this, play the video above, then click the link below and sign up; there's still time!
No time to run - we've got you covered! Register as a Remote Runner and support Edgewood from the comfort of your own couch! Prices go up on April 24 - so take advantage of the discount tonight.
Across the Bay 12K & 5K
When: Sunday, April 26, 2015
Where: Aquatic Park, San Francisco
Time: 6:00 am - 11:00 am (12K runners must catch free shuttle to Sausalito where the run starts. Shuttle service will operate between 6:00 am - 7:30 am.)
Start times: 5K starts at 7:30 am; 12K starts at 8:00 am
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Warriors: Hoops-4-Kids
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The 49th Annual Edgewood Fair - Derby Days is May 5 and 6. Do you have your tickets yet?
An evening soirée on May 5 is a sure bet for fun complete with Southern-style cocktails and cuisine, fabulous "Derby Days" attire, entertainment, unique shopping opportunities and much more!
The next day, enjoy a mouth-watering luncheon and program led by Judge Katherine Feinstein (ret.).
Proceeds from the two-day event at the Golden Gate Club in the Presidio of San Francisco benefits Edgewood Center for Children and Families.
Thanks to our underwriters Dodge & Cox, San Francisco Magazine, and ABC 7, as well as all of our Sponsors.
Tickets and Info>>
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The efficacy of the group home model has been a topic of discussion for a number of years among those in the health care industry.
With approximately 3,000 kids in foster care in California, and a shortage of trained professionals to care for kids with significant emotional problems and trauma, what options are available?
Edgewood's CEO, Matt Madaus, was recently interviewed on KQED's Forum program about the growing role Edgewood's residential treatment program has in the continuum of care.
Listen to the Interview>>
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We are grateful to the Golden State Warriors for its outstanding support of Edgewood youth and for selecting Edgewood as one of this year's Hoops-4-Kids charities.
Each Warriors 3-point basket this regular season generated $500 for 8 local organizations that work to improve opportunities and outcomes for kids.
The season ended with a whopping 883, 3-pointers made, equating to more than $440,000 raised for all of the charities combined! Go Warriors - Go Edgewood!
Learn More about Hoops-4-Kids>>
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