by ekallen | Jun 28, 2022 | Blog, Letter From Elliot
Let me begin by wishing you a Happy July 4th, the day of the official signing of the Declaration of Independence when we went from a colony to a country. Millions of Americans have died since 1776 to allow all of us to keep our freedoms and liberties, the greatest...
by lahsan | Nov 18, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
Thanksgiving through Christmas is supposed to be the happiest time of the year. Lots of family, friends, new gifts and toys and winter break at school. So why is this time of the year the worst time for teens with more suicides than any other time? Even at the adult...
by lahsan | Jul 2, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
Take a moment to step back and think: What were you doing on July 4th, 2020?In our family, I recall we were dealing with a lot of uncertainty.Our twins were living in separate states halfway across the country, the future of our economy was up in the air, and every...
by lahsan | Jun 15, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
This Sunday is Father’s Day. Let me begin by wishing all the dads a terrific day and hope you spend time with your family and friends. This Father’s Day weekend, I urge you to take the time to check in with your teens. Doctors at John Muir Medical Center in...
by ekallen | May 6, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
In just a few weeks, the 2020-2021 school year will end. Most teens have barely had time to socialize with peers in meaningful ways. Without a doubt, this past school year has been the most difficult for teens in more than a generation.Because of...