There are 5 article(s) tagged Dr. Altha Stewart:

• May 2020

  • Shelby County Youth Advocacy Coalition leaders vow to continue if county funding ends

    Leaders of Shelby County Youth Advocacy Center say they will continue to "move forward" even though Shelby County may not extend its contract with the center. 

    By Yolanda Jones May 18, 2020

  • Children’s Mental Health Week in Memphis features virtual activities

    A children's art show, lectures, story time with Michelle Obama and a run/walk/bike event on Saturday are planned to observe the event.

    By Jane Roberts May 03, 2020

• February 2020

  • Local pastor helps others cope with trauma through his own struggles

    Charlie Caswell nearly died after being held a gunpoint as a teen. He's now helping others cope with their childhood trauma through his work with the Legacy of Legends CDC. 

    By Omer Yusuf February 17, 2020

• August 2019

  • Curtains to rise on Shelby County Youth Advocacy Center

    Shelby County officials got a preview of the Shelby County Youth Advocacy Center, a pilot project aimed at helping young people avoid the juvenile justice system while addressing their mental health needs.

    By Linda A. Moore August 18, 2019

• December 2018

  • Pilot program aims to keep kids out of juvenile justice system

    When the Shelby County Youth Assessment Center launches next year, it will be part of a cultural shift aimed at changing the way authorities respond to juvenile offenders.

    By Yolanda Jones December 16, 2018