Sharon Brewster

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Sharon Brewster
Wed, 08/20/2008

Raising our Children to Thrive

A Parent's Excitement about 'Thrive in Five'

"Mommy, will you take me to school? Mommy, you're taking taking me to school! You can take me to school—" Nia, my three year old continued on in anticipation of her first day back to pre-school. The excitement was contagious as we giggled and chatted together about what this school year will be like.  read more »

Sharon Brewster
Tue, 07/29/2008

A Reason To Be Kind: Foreclosures, Suicides and Depression

Since reading about the troubling headline and story of the woman who killed herself 90 minutes before her foreclosed home was scheduled to be auctioned, I've been reflecting on moments of kindness that were probably missed that could have prevented this tragedy. Experts say that it is not uncommon for homeowners facing foreclosure to have suicidal thoughts--and with the rise of foreclosure rates all across the country I can't help but wonder how many of our neighbors, loved ones and friends are "undiagnosed" as being in this category.  read more »

Sharon Brewster
Tue, 01/15/2008

Ready for PreSchool

An example of United Way's work impacting my own life

Nia, my 2-year-old daughter, has started preschool. I'm proud to say that she's happy, healthy and emotionally prepared for a lifetime of learning. What I learned here at United Way has played a big part in Nia's success...  read more »