Lodestar Children's Services

05/07/2026

DID YOU KNOW? This week is Children’s Mental Health Awareness
Week. Throughout the week, try using these tips to support your child’s mental wellness and introduce them to essential skills like deep breathing, mindfulness, and stress management. Which tip
will you try first?

Lodestar is sharing this content from NYS' Be Well initiative (https://bewell.ny.gov/).

04/29/2026

On this day ten years ago in 2016, Lodestar officially incorporated as a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Since that time, we have helped hundreds of families by providing impactful mental health support to children and teens directly in the homes and communities where they live.

Today, we celebrate the hundreds of individuals who have contributed to this amazing and vital mission. Lodestar gives its most heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey and helped along the way.

12/29/2025

Lodestar knocked on our first door 9 years ago today-- performing our first home visit to a family in need.

Tens of thousands of visits later, we realize that every family we help starts with that first phone call, that first time listening to their story... and that first knock.

We are proud of the work we are doing and ever grateful of all of the many and diverse supporters along the way.

Get in touch with us if you want to hear about more ways that you can help. Call or knock.

12/02/2025

Are you a Lodestar supporter who has always wanted to help Lodestar Have you always wanted to support Lodestar families directly? Now's your chance!

We are honored to share a campaign for Lodestar families, led this year by Karen's Kindness. Kindly accepting donations of new toys & therapeutic tools to support the mental health and well-being of youth at Lodestar.

Lodestar is a 501c3 non-profit serving your community since 2016 (www.LodestarCS.org).

10/17/2025

09/09/2025

Only One Month away!
Join Lodestar Children's Services on October 9, 2025 as we celebrate World Mental Health Day and bring awareness to essential mental health services.
Festivities will run from 6:30pm-9:30pm at Tower 28, Heatherwood 42-12 28th Street in Queens on the 46th floor. Tickets at $15 each will cover food, drinks and two (2) complementary raffle tickets for a chance to win prizes.
Sign up to join us by RSVPing at https://smpl.is/abq0n

08/18/2025

Every child has moments when their emotions feel too big. And that’s okay. What matters is giving them a safe, calming space to reset—without shame or punishment.

Enter the Cool-Down Corner: a cozy, comforting area at home (or in a classroom setting) where kids can go to take a break, regulate their emotions, and feel in control again.

Here’s how to create one:

🧺 Choose a quiet spot – A corner of the bedroom, living room, or play area
🧸 Add comforting items – Soft pillows, a favorite stuffed animal, a weighted blanket
📚 Include calming tools – Books, sensory toys, fidget items, coloring pages, or calm-down jars
🎧 Optional – Add headphones with soothing music or guided breathing
📖 Set expectations – Let kids know this is a safe space for them to feel, not a time-out zone

By building a Cool-Down Corner, you’re giving your child a powerful tool to recognize and manage their emotions—a skill they’ll use for life. 🧠💪

08/15/2025

Every child has strengths worth celebrating. At Lodestar, we meet kids where they are, lean into their interests, and build from what makes them shine. 💙

Learn more about our approach to mental health services for kids at lodestarcs.org.

08/13/2025

At Lodestar Children's Services, it's our mission to empower kids and their families through our at-home mental health services, giving them the tools and support they need to thrive and be active in their communities.

Learn more about our team and our services at lodestarcs.org.

08/11/2025

School may be out, but it's still important to kids to stay connected with friends, which is what we're talking about this week for our summer Mental Health Tips for Kids series.

When kids are away from classmates and regular routines, they can feel isolated—especially those who thrive on connection or structure. Social connection plays a big role in protecting and supporting mental health, self-esteem, and emotional growth.

Here are a few simple ways to help your child stay socially connected this summer:

👯 Plan a playdate or park meetup – Keep it low-key, short, and child-led
💌 Encourage them to write a letter or draw a picture for a friend – Mail it or deliver together
🎨 Join a community class or group – Art, sports, or nature camps help kids make new friends
🚴 Get outdoors – Shared summer adventures are a great way to bond and build trust

Even small efforts to stay socially engaged can help reduce loneliness and boost your child’s mood, confidence, and sense of belonging. 💙

Let’s make this a summer of connection and care.