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Welcome to the CARE Coalition!

In 2023, Touchstone Health Services was awarded a $1.5 million five-year grant through the Office of Population Affairs, Department of Health and Human Services. The grant looks to advance equity in adolescent health through the replication of evidence-based programs (EBPs) and services in seventeen zip codes that incorporate the cities of Avondale, Tolleson, Goodyear, Litchfield Park, and parts of Glendale, Buckeye, and Phoenix.  Touchstone will partner with community agencies and organizations to provide a comprehensive approach to addressing youth’s needs within the community. The goal will be to collaboratively work with youth, caregivers, schools, community organizations, foster care systems, youth-serving agencies, after-school care, local city councils, faith-based, and others to provide a comprehensive approach to support youth in building protective factors to mitigate engagement in risk behaviors.

Available Services and Service Areas:

  • Evidence Based Youth Programs
  • Youth Leadership Council
  • Evidence Based Caregiver Programs
  • CARE Coalition
  • Professional Development Training
  • Adolescent Conference
  • Health Fair Vendor

The Community Alliance for Resources and Education (CARE) Coalition unites, informs, and empowers the community to positively impact youth through collaborative planning and action. We aim to create a more resilient community through optimal adolescent health. Watch this short video to learn more about our impact on the local community.

Mission:

The mission of the CARE Coalition is to unite, inform, and empower the community to make a positive impact on youth through collaborative planning and action.

Vision: 

We can create and foster a trauma-informed community, build resiliency, and help create safe and supportive environments for youth.

CARE Programs:

CARE’s Soothing Place:

This CARE Soothing Place is meant to give positive support for you and your child’s mental health. Below are different ways to experience mental freedom through Mindfulness, Coping Skills, and Wellness. The links are divided into categories. Feel free to relax and enjoy your time.

Upcoming Events and Workshops:

Active Parenting of Teens – Session 1

January 13, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Active Parenting of Teens – Session 2

January 20, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Active Parenting of Teens – Session 3

January 27, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Active Parenting of Teens – Session 4

February 3, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Recent CARE Coalition Blog Posts:

Stretch It Out

November 22nd, 2022|Comments Off on Stretch It Out

Stretch it out Greetings Readers! During the winter, it’s easy to stay at home and relax in your warm bed all day long. With the winter cold, no one [...]

Tips for Working with Picky Eaters

November 15th, 2022|Comments Off on Tips for Working with Picky Eaters

Tips for Working with Picky Eaters Greeting Readers! Trigger Warning: Eating disorders Parents and guardians: Does your child refuse to eat anything other than chicken nuggets and french fries? [...]

Holiday Season Resources and Events – Maricopa County

November 8th, 2022|Comments Off on Holiday Season Resources and Events – Maricopa County

Holiday Season Resources and Events – Maricopa County Greeting readers! Thanksgiving is fast approaching! We have compiled a list of resources for families across Maricopa County to help prepare [...]