COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Members and volunteers are implementing free education opportunities to support Palo Pinto community members. A new project launching in 2025 will offer bi-annual virtual education opportunities to providers in the community to help providers manage burnout by offering tools for stress management, self-care, and resilience, promoting their overall well-being and connecting to enhance collaboration and shared well-being. At Palo Pinto Community Connection we are exploring ways to combine efforts throughout the community. As a result, providers can enjoy a stronger sense of connection and support within the community. 

COMMUNITY CLOTHING SWAP

Palo Pinto Community Connection is planning a half-day “Community Clothing Swap,” designed to benefit the community by promoting sustainability, reducing waste, and providing access to quality clothing at no cost. It encourages community members to come together, share resources, and support one another in a fun eco-friendly way. 

MALE CAREGIVER PARENT CAFE

Palo Pinto Community Connections is planning Male Caregiver Parent Café’s, the host is trained in the be strong families parent café model to support male caregivers in the community. Through this group Male caregivers will talk and listen to each other on topics that matter to them, such as the challenges and victories of raising a family, navigating landscapes of inequality, enhancing well-being, or being involved in the recovery process of someone they love. Through individual deep self-reflection and peer-to-peer learning, participants explore their strengths, learn about the Protective Factors, and create strategies from their own wisdom and experiences to strengthen their families. Participants leave Cafés feeling inspired, energized, and excited to put into practice what they’ve learned.