Traumatic and scary events or stress, also called Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), can be a major factor in health outcomes. From abuse and neglect to household dysfunction, children who experience toxic stress are at a greater risk for many negative changes in health, even as adults.
Kansas Children’s Service League (KCSL) has a mission to protect and promote the well-being of children, with programs that help both children and parents develop skills for success in their families, schools and workplaces. The evidence-based programs serve children and families in areas of health, safety and education to break cycles of neglect, abuse and trauma. Our goal is to help children and families reach a state of being comfortable, healthy and happy.