May is a celebration of Asians & Pacific Islanders in the US. A rather broad term, Asian/Pacific encompasses all of the Asian continent & the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. For more info on events in the area click here - ow.ly/k9nt50IVOBA

Today is a day for honoring teachers & recognizing the lasting contributions they make. These kind, patient, hard-working, & dedicated professionals help mold our children and guide them in positive directions. #NationalTeacherAppreciationDay #Celebrate #Teachers #Education

Do we have any Star Wars fans?! May the 4th be with you! Comment your favorite Star Wars quote/scene! #HappyStarWarsDay #MayTheForceBeWithYou

Got little ones at home in the afternoon? Come join your neighbors for a weekly playdate! Meet other caregivers in the community! Bring your own toys to share or use the ones we have available! Come at 3:30pm! See you on Thursday! #Community #PlayDate #CrystalHouseVA

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Taking proactive measures to protect your mental health is critical to overall wellness, productivity, & success. Here are a few things you can do to prioritize your mental health, this month & every month! #MentalHealthAwareness #Wellness

It's time for the next Humans of Crystal House feature! This week join us in learning more about Claire! Claire has lived at #CrystalHouseVA since 2015. Read more about Claire at the link in our bio! #HumansofCrystalHouse #InteriorDesigner #ARL #MarymountUniversity

Join us on TONIGHT, May 9th for GAME NIGHT! Bring board games, card games, or any other games to enjoy with your friends and neighbors! We will have some provided as well for folks to share! Light Refreshments provided! #GameNight #Community #CrystalHouseVA #NationalLanding

Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders have contributed significantly to American culture & society including science and medicine, sports & government, activism & more. A significant moment in 2021, Kamala Harris became the 1st Black Asian American Woman VP of the US. #AAPI #ARL

Half of all mental health disorders show 1st signs before a person turns 14yrs & 3/4 begin before age 24. Unfortunately, only 1/2 of children & adolescents with diagnosable mental health problems receive treatment they need. #MHAM #MentalHealthAwareness #Myth #Facts #Educate

Celebrate today with acts of kindness to neighbors, friends, & anyone who crosses your path. 💙Help a neighbor bring garbage out. 💙When running errands, ask if there’s anything a neighbor needs. 💙Invite them over for a cup of tea or coffee. #DoSomethingGoodForYourNeighborDay

Last Month we had discussions about small business support, good books to read, & how to help plants thrive in apts! Residents supported each other by offering help unpacking, advice on public speaking, & more! #NeighborUpNight #CrystalHouseVA #Community #CommunitySupportNetwork

Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: 💙Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry 💙Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse 💙Family history of mental health problems #MentalHealthAwareness #Myth #Facts

Looking for ways to celebrate? Checkout the 17th Fiesta Asia Street Fair happening in DC with a day of festivities representing over 20 cultures across Asia. There will be live music, a cultural parade, a diverse array of Asian cuisines & more! ow.ly/QGI050Jbq49

It's time for the next #HumansOfCrystalHouse feature! This week join us in learning about Renee! Renee has lived at #CrystalHouseVA since 2021 with her husband, Michael, & their dog, Benji! Checkout our Instagram for more! #Community #HumansofNewYork #ARL #NationalLanding

Last week we had our May #NeighborUpNight at #CrystalHouseVA. Residents came together to get to know one another, hold conversations about important topics, & exchange favors to build their support networks! Join us next month! Date coming soon! #ThanksForComing #Community

Friends & family can be important influences to help someone get the treatment & services they need by: 💙Helping them access services 💙Treating them with respect, just as you would anyone 💙Refusing to define them by their diagnosis or using labels such as "crazy"and more!

Everyone's favorite time of year! The Pool at #CrystalHouseVA is opening on Memorial Day! 10am - 8pm everyday through the summer! Who's got their suits and floaties ready?! #PoolPartyComingSoon #Community #NationalLanding #CrystalCity #BiggestPoolinCrystalCity

Today we mourn & celebrate the lives of all who have died in service to our country. Visiting the Arlington National Cemetery is a way to honor those we have lost. The grounds honor those who have served our nation & provide a sense of beauty & peace to guests. #MemorialDay

Why is PRIDE held in June? In June 1969, a group of LGBTQ+ people in NYC rioted following a police raid of the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar. The following year organized demonstrations took place in NYC, LA & SF to mark the 1-year anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. #LOVE #PRIDE

It's time for the next #HumansOfCrystalHouse feature! This week join us in learning about Moo! Moo has lived at #CrystalHouseVA since 2019 after graduating from UMD! Checkout the link in our bio to learn more! #Community #HumansofNewYork #ARL #NationalLanding