April 21, 2021:
Georgia is experiencing a rise in the number of children diagnosed with mental health disorders, but the shortage of mental health care providers is making it hard for parents to get their children the care they need. As a music therapist, I worked in the area of mental health for many years. So, I understand the importance of therapy, especially for our young people today, said
Emily Baumann, a retired music therapist and community supporter. I see all of these horrible things they are facing and it seems there is stress everywhere they turn, especially during this past year.
Kisner Foundation donates $50K to pediatric behavioral health and wellness program December 31, 2020
The Kisner Foundation’s contribution will help start the Children’s Pediatric Behavioral Health and Wellness program. (Courtesy of Kisner Foundation)
The Children’s Hospital of Georgia is starting a new program focused on pediatric behavioral health care, launching with the help of a $50,000 donation from the Kisner Foundation. The organization presented the gift to the Children’s Hospital of Georgia on Monday, Dec. 7.
The Kisner Foundation’s contribution will help start the Children’s Pediatric Behavioral Health and Wellness program, which will address social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns in children and adolescents. This program will provide an interdisciplinary approach to Pediatric Behavioral Health and Wellness that will include collaboration with the Medical College of Georgia Depar