Young Professionals Board
Meet Our Young Professionals Board!
Established in 2018, A Chance to Change’s Young Professionals Board is organized to support the mission of A Chance to Change and the efforts of the Board by infusing talent, ideas, and energy to create awareness and engagement in the community around the issues of mental health, behavioral health, and substance use disorders.
YP BOARD MEMBERS
YP Board Chair
Andrew Noland
Alberto Alonso
Crystal Garcia
Jerzi Hawkins
Elias Hernandez
Tyler Holmes
Our Young Professionals Board recently held a fundraiser aimed at establishing a calming corner at a Mid-Del School. What exactly is a calming corner? It's a designated oasis within the school environment, crafted to foster relaxation, emotional balance, and mental wellness. Typically found in high schools and middle schools, these corners offer students a safe haven where they can navigate stress, anxiety, and various emotional hurdles that pop up during the school day.
The benefits of such a space are far-reaching, and include:
Safe & Peaceful Environment
Emotional Regulation
Stress Reduction
Improved Focus
Increased Self-Regulation Skills
Enhanced Emotional Intelligence
Offering tools and techniques for emotional regulation, it equips them with essential skills for navigating the ups and downs of school life. Stress reduction is another key advantage; students can retreat to this haven when feeling overwhelmed, allowing them to recharge and refocus.
