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April 8, 2021   |   By The New York Community Trust
Kimberly Williams on Mental Health and the Importance of Self Care

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened stress for many families and caregivers. At a briefing for Trust donors, Vibrant Emotional Health’s president and CEO Kimberly Williams spoke with Irfan Hasan, The Trust’s deputy vice president for grants, about the importance of self-care during stressful times and the small steps people can take to help themselves and their loved ones. What follows are excerpts from that conversation:

  

Basics of Wellness 

Williams highlights some basic elements to consider when thinking of personal wellness.

 

Struggling Parents 

Williams discusses the specific difficulties for parents and the need to make time for self-care.

 

Helping our Elders 

Williams recognizes the added stress for older adults and the steps to help them cope with their isolation.

 

Regular Routine 

Williams notes the importance of establishing and maintaining a routine in our daily lives. 

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