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Building Resilience: A Guide to Overcoming Challenges, featuring CSOC Assistive Technology

Resilience means being able to handle tough times and keep going. For young adults, it’s about dealing with challenges, adjusting to change, and staying strong. 

Building Resilience in Uncertain Times

Everyone builds resilience in their own way. It might mean talking to someone you trust, taking care of your body and mind, or learning from past experiences. Even small steps—like asking for help or trying something new—can make a big difference. The more you practice these skills, the stronger and more prepared you’ll feel when life gets hard.

In "Building Resilience in Uncertain Times", motivational speaker Simon Sinek talks about how optimism, human connection, and empathy can help us get through tough situations. He explains that good leaders support their teams by listening and showing they care. By working together and sticking to our values, we can build strength and resilience, no matter what challenges we face.



Bouncing Back From Difficult Times


Remember, resilience doesn’t mean you have to do everything on your own. Having support from friends, family, or community groups can make it easier to face challenges. You’re not weak for needing help—everyone does at some point. Building resilience is a journey, and every step you take adds to your strength. Keep going, and be proud of how far you’ve come.

The article "Nurture Your Resilience: Bouncing Back From Difficult Times" from NIH News in Health says that resilience is something you can build over time. You can grow it by taking care of your body with good sleep, food, and exercise, and by finding healthy ways to deal with stress, like talking about your feelings and looking at problems in a new way. Having support from friends, family, and your culture also helps you stay strong during tough times.



What are your thoughts on building resilience? How do you get through tough times? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!

Featuring...

CSOC Assistive Technology Reopening


The Children’s System of Care (CSOC) is pleased to announce the reopening of the Assistive Technology program for youth with intellectual/developmental disabilities up to age 21. Effective 5/13/2025, CSOC will resume accepting new Family Support Services (FSS) applications for Assistive Technology requests. Interested families may call Perform Care (1-877-652-7624) to request Assistive Technology services and complete the FSS application over the phone. 

For more information about CSOC’s Family Support Services programs including Assistive Technology, please visit: 

https://www.performcarenj.org/pdf/families/family-support-services-facts.pdf.


The SPAN Youth Chat

Join us virtually on June 4th from 4:15 to 5:00 PM with the SPAN Youth Engagement Team on a topic about advocacy and youth empowerment. More details to come. 





Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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