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Special Edition: Prioritizing Young Children Under the Gold Dome in 2025

January 8, 2025

Happy New Year and welcome back to Cobb Collaborative’s Blog! If you are new to Cobb Collaborative’s Blog, we post twice a month with topics ranging from Mental Health to…

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When the Holidays Feel Heavy: Tips for Navigating Seasonal Challenges

December 10, 2024

By Lesleigh Sanders, Mental Health Program Coordinator with Cobb Collaborative The holiday season is often painted as a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. But for many, it can bring…

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How Can a Daily Gratitude Practice Enhance Wellness During the Holidays?

November 27, 2024

A Q&A with poet and author Deanna Repose Oaks The holiday season often brings a mix of emotions—joy, connection, and celebration, but also stress, grief, and loneliness for many. In…

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Community Collab! Irene Barton featured on Life With the Spectrum

November 25, 2024

The YouTube Channel and Podcast “Life with the Spectrum” featured our Executive Director, Irene Barton on a recent episode. Here’s what they have to say:Do you know everything your community…

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Feel Good by Doing Good: The Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering

November 12, 2024

By Lesleigh Sanders, Mental Health Program Coordinator Volunteering and giving during the holiday season can provide a profound boost to mental well-being, making this time of year more fulfilling for…

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Basics Nature Trail Grand Opening Celebrates Community Partnership and Early Learning

November 4, 2024

The Basics Cobb County and the Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center (ELC) announce The Basics Nature Trail in Henry Park to promote early childhood development.

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Digital Wellness: Balancing Screen Time and Mental Health in the Digital Age

October 25, 2024

By Alexandra Winn, Communications Specialist The digital age has brought undeniable benefits, yet our relationship with our devices may be taking a toll on our mental well-being.  With distractions like…

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Highlighting LiveSafe Resources for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 11, 2024

A Q&A with Cobb Collaborative’s Lesleigh Knotts & LiveSafe Resources’ Raysa Figaro October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and advocating for the…

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A Q&A with American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

September 30, 2024

with Lesleigh Knotts, Mental Health Program Coordinator at Cobb Collaborative, and Chelsea Piatt, Georgia Associate Area Director As we recognize Suicide Prevention Month, it’s essential to highlight the incredible work…

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Spreading Support & Hope for National Suicide Prevention Month

September 12, 2024

If you or someone you know is struggling with anything, help is out there. Call, text, or chat 988 for 24/7 support. The 988 phone line serves all languages. If…

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