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The decisions you make about early child care and education are pivotal. A great provider will understand children’s needs at each age and stage of development, and will provide an enriching experience for your child and peace of mind for you. 🔍 Explore the Maryland Family Network's tips for choosing child care that meets your family's needs: https://ow.ly/585Z50QFFJz

Are you part of the "sandwich generation"? The group of individuals who are "sandwiched" in between caring for their aging parents and also raising children? We know it can be stressful. Here are some tips for self-care if you're feeling spread thin. What's your favorite self-care practice?

Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Toddlers  February 14, 2024, 7pm-8:30pm  Toddlerhood can be a difficult time to navigate. From tantrums to biting, this program will focus on helping you decode what’s going on in a toddler’s world to help make the “terrible twos” the “terrific twos”.  Kinship Caregiver workshops are a free online series of workshops that provide guidance for caregivers of children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of raising children.  How to Register: Register in advance for any of the Extension Extras webinar workshops at the following link: https://buff.ly/3ZKAD8X 

As we age, it's natural to need additional care and support. Many older adults receive care from their adult children; however, caring for an aging parent can be overwhelming for only children. Read our blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/3AGcAMP

A CASA volunteer gets to know a child and their family then makes knowledgeable, individualized recommendations to the court. But how does that actually help improve a child’s situation? ➡Therapy or parenting skill development classes can be suggested to ease tensions within the family. ➡Substance use disorder evaluations and access to possible treatment can be recommended and then court ordered. ➡Housing assistance can be identified to help the family remain in a home rather than continue to move repeatedly. ➡It can be suggested a parent or guardian receive daycare assistance rather than the children being left unsupervised or in a questionable situation. ➡ It can be recommended that the child receive medical care, such as visiting a dentist or an eye doctor to get new glasses.

Interested in learning a few strategies that prioritize first placement of children with kin or in a family setting, when out-of-home care is necessary? Check out this brief.

If you are a current child care provider or thinking about starting a child care agency. You don't want to miss this opportunity. Learn more about how you can recieve grant funds to further your business. #childcareprovider #childcare #money #grant #marioncounty

Together We Can: Co-parenting   January 10, 2024, 7pm-8:30pm Raising children is a team effort. The adults in a child’s life need to consider their children’s needs as they parent together. Build upon your knowledge and skills to promote healthy family and parenting relationships. This workshop is for all primary caregivers of children (married, divorced, single, step, grandparent, aunt, etc.)  Kinship Caregiver workshops are a free online series of workshops that provide guidance for caregivers of children as they navigate the joys, challenges and concerns of raising children.  How to Register: Register in advance for any of the Kinship Caregiver webinar workshops at the following link: https://buff.ly/3ZKAD8X

"📣 As parents, it is crucial to maintain open communication with our children, whether they are attending day camp, daycare or sleepaway. Ignorance may seem like bliss, but it's important to recognize that what we don't know can indeed hurt us and our loved ones. 🚫🤐 Let's create a safe environment where our children feel comfortable sharing their experiences and concerns. By being aware of the signs of abuse, whether it's verbal or, God forbid, something worse, we can actively protect our children and ensure their well-being. 🙏❤️ #OpenCommunication #ChildSafety #AwarenessMatters"

6+ months of investigative work from Chabeli Carrazana and The 19th on the safety challenges facing our child care system. An important reminder of how vital things like low student-teacher ratios are for keeping our kids safe and loved. Every little one deserves a place where they can thrive, and every parent should feel confident their child is in great hands. This callout really got me: parents are scared to speak up about issues because they might lose their only child care option. We've got to find a way to make sure safety and accessibility go hand in hand, without putting parents in such tough spots. Let's keep the conversation going and work towards a system where no one has to make those impossible choices. #ChildCareSafety #ProtectOurKids