110 Years of Healing

To our valued readers,

Please enjoy the following pages of exciting updates from around the Commonwealth. In a world bracing with the implications of postpandemic society, the scales of hope and concern can swing wildly. At Starr Commonwealth, what was true 110 years ago is still true today: every child deserves the chance to flourish. In that spirit, I am delighted to share our dedicated team’s recent accomplishments— all focused on improving the lives of countless kids.

Timing could not be more critical for Starr’s services and resources. The trauma tsunami spoke of a few short years ago has arrived in the form of a national emergency in childhood mental health. Starr has acknowledged this reality with swift action, and I encourage you to read further about our 110th anniversary and Mental Health Matters. Also featured in this issue of Starr News are accounts of external validation of our work, a celebration of our incredible Student Resilience and Empowerment Center staff, and an important reminder of the Oneness of Humankind from Starr’s Vice President of Oneness Ken Ponds.

As stated previously, Starr is celebrating our 110th anniversary. It is my hope that each and every stakeholder of Starr is as proud as I am at this time. This pride is not for myself, but for the countless children and families whose lives were forever changed thanks to Uncle Floyd and his Commonwealth.

2023 is a celebration of children. It is also an opportunity. At a time when the nation’s eyes are focused on mental health more than ever, we must act. Consider the impact in the pages of this issue, and remember it takes a village. The healing therein—and the future of our mission—is all possible thanks to hearts and minds just like yours. Visit starr.org/110 and join our movement of healing today.

Yours in celebration and action,

Elizabeth Carey, President & CEO