Ah, the New Year. The time when we’re all supposed to commit to improving our lives. The time when, in hopes of becoming a better version of ourselves, we tend to set ourselves up for failure. You know why most of us fail. New Year’s resolutions are usually large and...
AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a national program designed to help alleviate poverty in the United States. Founded in 1965, it is now one of the many programs of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Since its creation, over...
Since 1989, Prevent Child Abuse Arizona founder and executive director Becky Ruffner has led the organization with a fierce passion for ensuring all of Arizona’s children are raised in safe, stable, and nurturing homes. On December 31, 2019, Ruffner will retire,...
Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) are experiences in childhood that build a child’s sense of belongingness and connection. New research shows that PCEs predict positive outcomes, including a child’s good health (now and in adulthood) and success in school. PCEs...
This inaugural convening was produced in partnership with members of the Statewide Task Force on Preventing Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Other Drugs, led by Dr. Sara Park, Chief Medical Officer of the Comprehensive Medical and Dental Program with the Arizona...
In her final year as PCA Arizona executive director Becky Ruffner was recognized at the Prevent Child Abuse America national conference with the James Hmurovich Award. Recipients are selected by fellow state chapter directors throughout the country. This award is...
Inspired. Hopeful. Fulfilled. Replenished. Excited. Grateful. Informed. Recharged. Those were some of the words that participants used to describe how they felt after attending the inaugural Flourishing Families Practitioner Training on August 20 & 21 in Phoenix....
Program improves outcomes for infants and toddlers in child welfare system PHOENIX – Aug. 6, 2019 – Prevent Child Abuse Arizona has received a grant totaling $90,000 from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust to train Maricopa Court-Appointed Special Advocates...
At age 70 and a 1/2, individuals are required to take a minimum distribution from their IRA accounts. For some individuals, the income from their IRA required minimum distribution hoists their income into the next tax bracket, which can mean a larger tax liability....
“Imagine a world without child maltreatment. Tell us how to get there by writing your own ‘What if’ statement.” That invitation was extended recently to Statewide Child Abuse PREVENTION Conference attendees, who were encouraged to write their ideas on post-it notes...
Laura Karnitschnig was elected chair of the Board of Directors at their annual meeting June 20, 2019. Laura has served on the PCA Arizona board since 2016, and has served on the executive committee since that time. Dr. Karnitschnig is a certified pediatric nurse...
Each year, since 1998, the Arizona Bar Association Juvenile Law Section gives an award for excellence in the field of juvenile law. This year, Prevent Child Abuse Arizona Executive Director Becky Ruffner was recognized for her years of advocacy for Arizona’s infants...
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