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Hope

Jennifer — Tue, 25 May 2010 17:31:37 +0000

Being a counselor on the Crisis Line, I hear all types of stories. Many of the stories coming from younger teenagers involve family situations and troubles of communication. I want to share how common this is and that so many youth share this concern. It’s endearing to know that teenagers WANT to have a close relationship with their parents and WANT to communicate – even when it’s hard to see sometimes.

Then there are the calls that are just so heartbreaking. Those that don’t have a home to go to or are dependent on someone that abuses them and they have no where else to turn. Explaining that their situation isn’t permanent and they CAN change it, gives them maybe just a little hope for the moment and possibly lasting hope with a resource provided.

There are so many needs that surround each of our communities and the youth in them. How can you help be that moment of hope for someone?

Jen

Taking Action Conference!!!

Jennifer — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:38:45 +0000

So the Conference was GREAT! Of course being a new volunteer here at the Crisis Line, it was my first time attending. I’ll have to say for sure, I’ll be a regular attendee each year.

It was nice to see the faces of the Board of Directors for CCY, other volunteers, and the YOUTH that attended. So many great faces to see and stories I heard. Oh, and the art work displayed was so beautiful. (It’s great to see such a creative way to express troubled times.)

Thanks for letting me be apart of the Conference and of the Crisis Line. Much more to come…

Jennifer

Amazing Crisis Line!

Jennifer — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:21:36 +0000

Hi Everyone!

So I’m new to blogging and new to the Crisis Line. I’m super excited and can’t believe how rewarding it has already been. Thinking I just might be a help to someone in a time of crisis is an understatement.

CCY really prepaired me for being a counselor on the phone and that immediately became apparent with my first call.

It’s encouraging to know that when you are able to listen and empathize with the caller, you’re doing more than you can imagine. Little does the caller know that they are doing something tremendous themselves. This sounds to be a very positive and hugely rewarding adventure.

Who’s with me?!?