Michael Grisham

Chief Operating Officer with the Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS).

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A4: (2/2): We can create supportive environments that celebrate their unique journeys, so they can embrace their full potential and thrive in their adult lives. Learn more about this and other topics at TNOYS’ Annual Conference. #TNOYSTownHall https://t.co/zP2alltJ9M

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Q4: Youth and young adults (YYA) often do not have the resources they need for the transition into adulthood. What do YYA need to know about taking care of their health as they prepare for independent living? #TNOYSTownHall

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A4: (1/2): Fostering normalcy is key to equipping youth and young adults (YYA) with resilience during their transition to adulthood. By providing a sense of stability, routine, and belonging, we empower them to navigate life's challenges confidently. #TNOYSTownHall

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Q4: Youth and young adults (YYA) often do not have the resources they need for the transition into adulthood. What do YYA need to know about taking care of their health as they prepare for independent living? #TNOYSTownHall

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A2: (2/2): Let's prioritize empathy, education, and tailored interventions to create a more inclusive and supportive world! Learn more at the Neurodiversity and IDD workshop at TNOYS’ Annual Conference. #TNOYSTownHall https://t.co/4vq0xrkdQA

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Q2: How can we help youth experiencing or at-risk of systems-involvement to manage their health and prevent greater challenges? What barriers exist? #TNOYSTownHall

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A2: (1/2): Understanding strategies to support neurodiverse youth and those with intellectual disabilities is crucial for meeting their health needs effectively. By embracing their unique strengths and challenges, we can ensure inclusive healthcare that empowers them to thrive.

[Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) @TNOYS]

Q2: How can we help youth experiencing or at-risk of systems-involvement to manage their health and prevent greater challenges? What barriers exist? #TNOYSTownHall

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A8: Providers and the youth they serve can leverage TNOYS' online resource center to better understand CSEY, the provider community in Texas, and the supports and best practices that exist to protect youth. https://t.co/AlJeGu7QIZ #TNOYSTownHall #EndHumanTrafficking

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Q8: If you are new to the issue of CSEY, what questions do you have about understanding, identifying, and serving this population? What are some resources to learn more about CSEY? #TNOYSTownHall #EndHumanTrafficking

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A7: Protective factors for YYA are critical to ending CSEY in Texas. Providers can help by promoting economic empowerment through job skills and training, targeted prevention education, and healthy, supportive relationships. #TNOYSTownHall #EndHumanTrafficking

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Q7: What are other strategies and tools that can help end CSEY in Texas? #TNOYSTownHall #EndHumanTrafficking

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A9 (2/2): TNOYS has its own AmeriCorps program focused on connecting young adults who have lived expertise w/professional development & employment opportunities at TNOYS member organizations across Texas. https://t.co/DGwtp78apK #TNOYSTownHall #opportunityyouth

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Q9: Many transition age-youth are looking for opportunities to build change in youth-serving systems. What are some opportunities or organizations that YYA should know about? #TNOYSTownHall #aging out

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A9 (1/2): AmeriCorps Programs are a great opportunity for YYA to influence change in youth-serving systems through service to others while also being a pathway to employment opportunities and the development of work skills. #TNOYSTownHall #opportunityyouth.

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Q9: Many transition age-youth are looking for opportunities to build change in youth-serving systems. What are some opportunities or organizations that YYA should know about? #TNOYSTownHall #aging out

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A6: School personnel can engage systems-involved youth early and often to help them define and refine their educational and career goals and explore next steps to achieving their goals. #TNOYSTownHall

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Q6: How can school personnel such as counselors, homeless liaisons, and foster care liaisons support systems-involved students as they complete and possibly further their education? #TNOYSTownHall #educationmatters

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A2: Systems-involved youth and YYA often must navigate unique challenges that distract from being engaged in learning while in school and planning for their future education. #TNOYSTownHall

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Q2: What challenges do systems-involved youth and young adults (YYA) face when furthering their
education, starting a career, and making the transition into adulthood? #TNOYSTownHall #educationmatters #agingout

[Texas Network of Youth Services (TNOYS) @TNOYS]

Q2: What challenges do systems-involved youth and young adults (YYA) face when furthering their
education, starting a career, and making the transition into adulthood? #TNOYSTownHall #educationmatters #agingout

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A8: Youth-serving providers can play a key role in connecting youth and young adults with information on the COVID-19 vaccine and current information on how to get the vaccine. TNOYS will be releasing more information soon to support providers in these efforts. #TNOYSTownHall

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Q8: How can youth-serving providers help support the youth they work with in regards to their health needs? What resources are available? What resources should be provided? #TNOYSTownHall #YYAHealth

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A6 (2/2): Here is a great video where folks can learn firsthand from YALC member about their experiences accessing health benefits #TNOYSTownHall: https://t.co/qBpZVtv4c5

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Q6: What are common barriers to health access that youth and young adults face as they transition out of systems and into adulthood? #TNOYSTownHall #YYAHealth

[Michael Grisham @MBGrish_ATX]

A6 (1/2): Often youth and young adults don’t have all the information needed to understand how to access the health benefits available to them when aging out of care. #TNOYSTownHall

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Q6: What are common barriers to health access that youth and young adults face as they transition out of systems and into adulthood? #TNOYSTownHall #YYAHealth