Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children

Admission is offered to boys and girls from 14 to 18 years old who have an interest in learning about aviation. Applicants are competitively ranked based on age, cumulative GPA, and essay. Students must be physically capable of participating in camp activities. High standards of behavior and self-discipline are expected and students must abide by all camp regulations. For more information, go to www.acecamps.org or www.obap.org. The camp will be held at The Delta Training Center, Delta Air Lines World Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.

The summit brings together world class speakers specializing in Autism andAsperger's Syndrome, who will provide information on a diverse subjectrange. Everyone who attends will leave the conference with tools and skillsthey can use immediately. Empowering presenters and motivational speakersare just the beginning! For more information, go to www.autismsummit.org.

Suicide is a preventable cause of death. Unfortunately, every 18 minutes, someone in this country dies by suicide, and every 19 minutes, someone is left to wonder "Why?" If you know a survivor of suicide, this resource from the the Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) may help you provide the support that person needs.

Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week raises awareness of effective programs for children’s mental health needs, demonstrates how children’s mental health initiatives promote positive youth development, recovery and resilience, and shows how children with mental health needs thrive in their communities. In conjunction with Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has announced that May 8 will be a national day of recognition. During the month of May, please wear a green ribbon to show your support for services that provide assistance to children with mental health disorders and their families.

Internet Resources for Special Children

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)

American Psychiatric Association (APA)

National Consumer Supporter Technical Assistance Center: Providing assistance to mental health consumer supporter organizations across the country.

National Mental Health Network: Connecting mental health professionals and communities