News from The Carolyn E. Wylie Center

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May 2011 Newsletter

Dear Wylie Center Friends,

The Wylie Center is in full motion as summer is just around the corner. The sunshine is out and new days bring new fun!

Postpartum Depression Awareness Stroll-A-Thon

Did you know that between 10-15% of women with children and 35% of women living in poverty experience postpartum depression? Join the Inland Empire Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative (IEPMHC) in their fight against postpartum depression. On May 14^th, 2011 from 9AM-12PM the IEPMHC and the Stroller Strides will be walking at Riverside Plaza in order to raise awareness of this disease and services provided within Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Bring your family and friends and help women "Speak Up When They Are Down". To register for the event or for more information visit

www.embracingfamilies.blogspot.com

Early Mental Health Treatment Services for Children Ages 2-6

The Wylie Center is offering in home treatment to children who qualify. For more information, please view the attached flyer. Preschool Mental Health Program Flyer

During these economic times it is even more important to give back. The Wylie Center would like to remind our readers that donating to local causes is always appreciated. The Wylie Center is a 501 C (3) non-profit organization, and as such any monetary and/or in-kind donations are always welcomed.

Special Thanks to Riverside Alumnae Panhellenic Association for their donation of $1,700 to The Wylie Center!

Sincerely,

The Wylie Center

April Highlights

April was host to our 8th Annual Stroll 'N' Roll. The event was fantastic and raised over $13,000 to help support our programs. The Wylie Center is thrilled to see the many supporters of our programs come out to Shamel Park in Riverside and participate in the games and activities.

The Wylie Center would like to say, "THANK YOU" to all that donated. Your generousity will go to support the many programs here at The Wylie Center. The event would not have been a success without the many donors who opened their hearts and gave to this special event. To view a complete list of donors,click here. Read More

Game of the Month

Simon Says:

First choose someone to be Simon-usually an adult or parent. Have the children stand in line, and with the phrase "Simon Says", ask them to do something. Such as: "Simon Says stand on one foot", or "Simon Says touch your nose". Have fun with this, you'll get many laughs with this game!! Now simply ask the children to do a move without saying Simon Says. Did someone move, and Simon didn't say? "oops" they must sit out! This continues until only one child is left standing, he or she is the winner.