NewsSouth Florida TimesSeptember 13, 2026Miami-Dade County
Nonprofit launches parent-involved mental health program for children in South Florida
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A South Florida nonprofit has launched a new program aimed at involving parents in addressing children's mental health struggles, which include isolation, depression, substance abuse, and online gambling.
Read the full story at South Florida TimesWhy It Matters
Families dealing with youth mental health issues gain access to a new support program designed to involve parents directly in the intervention process.
Key Facts
- A South Florida nonprofit launched a new mental health program for children involving parents.
- The program addresses warning signs such as isolation, depression, substance abuse, and online gambling among youth.
Who's Mentioned
locationSouth Florida“Geographic area of the program launch”OrganizationParentPledge.net“Website where families can access warning-sign checklists and conversation guide”OrganizationU.S. Department of Justice“Federal agency that awarded a $1 million grant to M-DCPS”OrganizationBreaking Thru“Orlando-based non-profit organization that launched Parent Pledge”PersonDavid L. Snelling“Author of the article for South Florida Times”locationFlorida“State where the study and programs are referenced”Organizationkappanonline.org“Photo credit source”PersonDr. Jose L. Dotres“Former Miami-Dade County Public Schools Superintendent”OrganizationRachel’s Challenge“Nationally recognized program brought to students via a DOJ grant”locationMiami“City where the article is datelined”OrganizationMiami-Dade County Public Schools“Local school district offering mental health programs and services”otherParent Pledge“Parent-led initiative providing families with mental health resources”PersonAndrae Bailey“Co-founder and President of Breaking Thru”OrganizationWorldmetrics“Independent mental health psychology organization”locationPalm Beach“County with school district mental health programs”OrganizationSouth Florida Times“Publication source”OrganizationDepartment of Mental Health Services“M-DCPS department coordinating district and community resources”locationBroward“County with school district mental health programs”