Challenge

Participants in the B'More for Healthy Babies and Promise Heights programs were experiencing stress, anxiety, and social isolation, which was impacting their overall health and well-being. The organizations needed a partner that could develop and lead effective self-care programs that would address these issues and promote resilience and self-compassion.

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Analysis

justBe was able to design in-person and virtual community engagement programs that provided families with integrative self-care techniques to promote self-compassion and resilience. Through experiential workshops, participants learned sustainable self-care techniques that strengthened community compassion. These programs were tailored to the unique needs of B'More for Healthy Babies and Promise Heights participants, and were effective in promoting health and well-being.

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Conclusion

Overall, the partnership between justBe, B'More for Healthy Babies, and Promise Heights was a success. By prioritizing self-care education and techniques, participants were able to better manage stress, anxiety, and social isolation, which improved their overall health and well-being. The partnership also highlights the importance of community engagement and experiential learning when designing self-care programs. Future research could explore additional strategies for promoting self-care in underserved communities and improving the well-being of families and children.