
Do the Right Thing: Embrace differences in adoption programs
Do the Right Thing: Embrace differences in adoption programs By: Brad Shear, CEO, Potter League for Animals 30 years ago, I started working at the front
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– FANNIE LOU HAMER
From sorrow to soul, from struggle to symphony—African American music is the sound of survival and triumph. Extraction to Extraordinary is a night to honor the legacy of a stolen people who made the world move to their rhythm.
This isn’t just a concert. It’s a cause. Proceeds go to the Dr. Jodie G. Blackwell Veterinary Scholarship Fund, supporting Black students in a field where they make up just 2% of professionals. Last year, we raised over $80,000—let’s keep pushing forward.
📅 Tuesday, Feb 25, 2025 | Keystone Corner + Livestream
🎶 A journey from Work Songs to R&B, Hip Hop, and Rock-n-Roll
🎤 Performances by: Kamonté Johnson | Justin Taylor | Kenyatta Hardison | Lafayette Gilchrist | Brooks Long | Sunny Cowell | DDm
🎟️ Reserve your spot now using the link in bio:
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🎒 Unfortunately, natural disasters, including wildfires, snowstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes, can strike without warning, often leaving families with limited time to determine what to do and where to seek safety.
A thoughtfully organized emergency bag can be immensely beneficial in addressing these challenges. Ideally, this bag should contain essential items such as water, non-perishable food, first aid supplies, important documents, a change of clothing, and any necessary medications. 💊
👨👩👧👦 Families can arm themselves with crucial resources by preparing this emergency kit in advance, fostering a sense of readiness and reassurance. A well-prepared emergency bag encourages a proactive mindset, allowing individuals to focus on their safety and well-being when faced with unforeseen situations.
👓 We recommend that go bags include the following items:
– A three-day supply of non-perishable food and three gallons of water per person
– A map featuring at least two evacuation routes
– Necessary prescriptions or medications
– A change of clothes and extra eyeglasses or contact lenses
– Extra car keys, credit cards, cash, or traveler`s checks
– A first aid kit and sanitation supplies
– A flashlight and a battery-powered radio with extra batteries
Additionally, keeping copies of essential documents, such as birth certificates, passports, and identification, in the bag is advisable. If time permits, packing easily transportable valuables, family photos, irreplaceable items, and chargers may also be beneficial.
We encourage families to prepare a go/stay bag for each member, ensuring that the bag remains lightweight enough for extended carrying while quickly lifting into a vehicle. Families can feel more prepared and secure in emergencies by taking these steps.
#CAREequity #CARETips #AroundtheBlock
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Instead of punishing your dog for misbehaving, reward their good behavirs with positivity, pets on the head, or treats! Replace those bad habits with good ones. Dogs are more receptive to positive reinforcement than scolding, yelling and punishment.
🦴 There`s always something new to learn about the human and animal bond when you`re around Tim Freeman, Founder of Braveheart Pets @braveheartpets_!
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🏫 Blessings Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting Atlanta`s homeless population, has partnered with the talented industrial design students from Georgia Tech @georgiatech to bring to life an innovative Mobile Laundry Bus, as highlighted by the university`s News Center.
Flowing with Blessings @flowingwithblessingsinc, founded by Nicky Crawford in February 2022, embodies compassion by offering essential services such as showers and clean clothing for those in need.
🧺 Georgia Tech highlights how Crawford`s unwavering commitment to easing the daily struggles of individuals inspires the creation of the mobile laundry bus, enabling people to preserve their cherished belongings and maintain personal hygiene without the stigma often linked to homelessness.
Crawford’s visionary initiative led her to transform a school bus into a mobile laundry service, offering hope to the community. The support from Georgia Tech was crucial in developing this project.
🛠 The Georgia Tech team applied their design expertise through brainstorming and creating 3D models to ensure a user-centered, practical solution. They thoughtfully included large clean water tanks to address mobility and potential water scarcity. Additionally, they arranged the washers and dryers for optimal efficiency for the dedicated volunteers.
The organization has made a significant impact, serving over 4,500 individuals and assisting around 60 each day. According to the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count by Atlanta Mission, approximately 2,900 people in Atlanta are experiencing homelessness, including about 1,827 in emergency shelters and roughly 1,040 unsheltered. This rise in homelessness reflects the ongoing struggles of lower-income Black workers facing stagnant wages and rising rent prices.
🤝🏼 The partnership between Flowing with Blessings Inc. and Georgia Tech highlights the transformative impact of community collaboration in tackling real-world challenges.
#CAREequity #CARENews #Homelessness
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Everyone has inherent human value. Period.
No one should have to achieve a certain level of productivity, or earn a certain wage/salary in order to be a valued human being.
We are all worthy of food, housing, and dignity.
We are all deserving of love, community, and compassion.
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"thinking that people have to be “useful” in order to not be considered disposable is eugenics btw"
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Do the Right Thing: Embrace differences in adoption programs By: Brad Shear, CEO, Potter League for Animals 30 years ago, I started working at the front
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