As we step into 2026, many of us are doing so with a deep breath. The year behind us was full of uncertainty, change, and moments that asked more of us than we expected. 2025 tested our resilience in ways that were both personal and professional. Yet through it all, Penny Lane Centers remained grounded in its mission—showing up every day to transform the lives of children, youth, and families with compassion, courage, and care. A new year offers us a chance not to forget what we’ve been through, but to build from it.
Wellness isn’t about perfection or productivity—it’s about sustainability. In a world that often feels chaotic, wellness invites us to pause, reflect, and choose intention over urgency. As we begin this year, it’s worth asking ourselves: What do I want to do differently? What do I need more of—and what can I gently let go of? These questions help us reconnect not only to our own well-being, but to the values that guide our work at Penny Lane Centers.
At Penny Lane Centers, transformation doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens through relationships—between staff and clients, colleagues and teams, communities and families. In 2026, continuing to transform lives means prioritizing connection, listening deeply, and recognizing that our own well-being directly impacts the care we provide. When we take care of ourselves, we show up more fully, more patiently, and more present for those who depend on us.
Wellness doesn’t require a complete reset—just intentional moments.
Small, consistent choices create long-term resilience.
One powerful wellness step for the new year is starting small and staying consistent. Whether it’s taking a few minutes between meetings to breathe, going for a short walk during lunch, or being more intentional about boundaries, these practices add up over time. Wellness is not one big decision—it’s a series of small ones that help us sustain our energy and purpose.
Another important focus is community care. Wellness at Penny Lane Centers is not just individual—it’s collective. Checking in on one another, celebrating small wins, and offering grace during challenging moments strengthens our culture and our impact. A kind word, a shared laugh, or a simple “How are you really doing?” can be powerful acts of care—for coworkers and for ourselves.
Wellness is stronger when it’s shared.
Connection is a form of care.
As we move forward into 2026, let’s also reconnect to our “why.” Each role at Penny Lane Centers—whether client-facing or behind the scenes—plays a critical part in creating safety, hope, and opportunity. Reflecting on the moments when our work made a difference can reignite motivation and remind us that even on hard days, what we do matters deeply.
This year is also an invitation to practice self-compassion. Some days will still feel heavy. Some goals may take longer than expected. Wellness means giving ourselves permission to be human while continuing to grow. Progress doesn’t always look like momentum—it often looks like persistence.
When things feel overwhelming, return to your “why.”
Purpose fuels resilience.
Finally, 2026 invites us to move forward with hope—not because everything is perfect, but because we are capable, committed, and united. Together, we can approach this year with steadier hearts, clearer intentions, and a shared belief in transformation. For our clients. For our communities. And for ourselves.
Here’s to a year of wellness, growth, and continued impact. Together, we step forward—and together, we thrive.
-Cameron Glasgow, Penny Lane Centers
