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27May

Early Childhood Education/ Education/ Preschool

Pre-K for All Enrollment Now Open for 2025-26 School Year

May27, 2025 Early Childhood Education/ Education/ Preschool

The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), local school leaders, and providers from across the state recently gathered to encourage families to enroll 4-year-olds in our no-cost, high-quality PreK for All program. We know that PreK for All gives kids the...

23May

CPR/ First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR Upcoming Classes for Families and Providers – Summer 2025

May23, 2025 CPR/ First Aid

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR offers many classes for HeartSaver Pediatric Total, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED in Pinckney. Upcoming Dates (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.): Location: Christian House of Prayer, 9949 McGregor Rd., Pinckney Cost: $75 per person. Cost includes:...

23May

Community events/ Food/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Resources/ Support

Salvation Army of Livingston County’s Summer Lunch Bunch 2025

May23, 2025 Community events/ Food/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Resources/ Support

Salvation Army of Livingston County’s Summer Lunch Bunch 2025 is back for the season! 📅 June 4 – August 7, 2025📍 Select locations weekly throughout Livingston County This summer, families across Livingston County are invited to enjoy free lunches, fresh produce, and take-home craft...

22May

Advocacy/ Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition

Great Start Livingston at the Child Advocacy Summit 2025: Lifting Voices, Building Power

May22, 2025 Advocacy/ Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition

On May 22, the Great Start Livingston team traveled to Lansing to attend the Michele Corey Child Advocacy Summit 2025, hosted by Michigan’s Children. We joined early childhood champions, youth leaders, and statewide advocates committed to one shared goal: making Michigan the best place...

21May

Community Partner/ Guest Post/ Parent & Family Resources/ Summer

Summer 2025 Art Classes in Livingston County

May21, 2025 Community Partner/ Guest Post/ Parent & Family Resources/ Summer

Guest post by Krista Smith Krista Smith has a background in youth program development, and is passionate about sharing her love of the arts with kids. She teaches a variety of art classes locally for both adults and youth. Krista and her husband stay...

19May

Backpacks for Kids/ Community events/ Events/ Parent & Family Resources/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ School

Backpacks for Kids: Supporting a Strong Start to the School Year

May19, 2025 Backpacks for Kids/ Community events/ Events/ Parent & Family Resources/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ School

The Livingston Educational Service Agency (LESA) is proud to host the 24th Annual Backpacks for Kids event to help local students start the school year prepared and confident. Each year, this countywide initiative supports families experiencing financial hardship by providing free backpacks filled with...

19May

Parent & Family Resources/ Safety

PFAS Foam Safety Alert: What Livingston County Families Need to Know

May19, 2025 Parent & Family Resources/ Safety

As summer fun approaches, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) urges families in Livingston County and beyond to stay safe by avoiding foam on lakes, rivers, and streams. Foam on surface water can look innocent—white, off-white, or even brown, sometimes collecting...

19May

Advocacy/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Leadership

Lifting Our Voices Summit 2025: Advocacy in Action for Livingston County Families

May19, 2025 Advocacy/ Events/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Leadership

🎤 Lifting Our Voices Summit 2025: A Celebration of Parent Power and System Change Great Start Livingston invites parents and caregivers of children ages 0–8 to attend the Lifting Our Voices Summit 2025 on Thursday, May 22 in Lansing. The Lifting Our Voices Summit...

19May

Health/ Physical Well Being

World No Tobacco Day 2025: Unmasking the Appeal for Livingston County Families

May19, 2025 Health/ Physical Well Being

May 31 is World No Tobacco Day, a time to spotlight the dangers of tobacco and nicotine products and the growing need to protect young children from the industries that target them. This year’s theme, “Unmasking the Appeal,” sheds light on how tobacco and...

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Education

Parenting Education and Workshops

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Education

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Parent Resources/ Safety/ Sleep

Safe Sleep For My Baby

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Parent Resources/ Safety/ Sleep

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends a firm, flat sleep surface for your baby. A crib, bassinet, or pack and play that follows the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommended. The mattress should be covered by a tightly fitted sheet...

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Developmental Milestones

Child Development and Milestone Information

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Developmental Milestones

Great Start Livingston – Child Development Resources Visit our website for a variety of resources to ensure your child is achieving appropriate milestones. Ages and Stages Questionnaire This is a FREE developmental screening tool and resources for children 2 months to 5 years. Help...

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Resources in Livingston County

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Breastfeeding

Local Breastfeeding Resources Livingston County Health Department Resources, Breastfeeding Resources: For more breastfeeding information:

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Parent Resources

Support for My Child with Special Needs

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Parent Resources

The Arc of Livingston County The Arc can assist with advocacy, information, and referrals to support people with developmental disabilities, and their families, in Livingston County. Additionally, they have a Parent Support Group that meets monthly. Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) Financial help...

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Health/ Pregnancy

Help If My Baby Won’t Stop Crying

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Health/ Pregnancy

Period of PURPLE Crying – A way to understand your baby’s crying during a period of normal infant development. Make sure to also talk with your child’s doctor about your concerns.

13May

Annual Parent Family Survey/ Mental Health

Help with Postpartum Depression in Livingston County and Beyond

May13, 2025 Annual Parent Family Survey/ Mental Health

Postpartum Support International – 1-800-944-4773 When you contact the HelpLine, you will be asked to leave a confidential message and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as...

Pre-K for All Enrollment Now Open for 2025-26 School Year

Saving Lives First Aid & CPR Upcoming Classes for Families and Providers – Summer 2025

Salvation Army of Livingston County’s Summer Lunch Bunch 2025

Great Start Livingston at the Child Advocacy Summit 2025: Lifting Voices, Building Power

Summer 2025 Art Classes in Livingston County

Backpacks for Kids: Supporting a Strong Start to the School Year

PFAS Foam Safety Alert: What Livingston County Families Need to Know

Lifting Our Voices Summit 2025: Advocacy in Action for Livingston County Families

World No Tobacco Day 2025: Unmasking the Appeal for Livingston County Families

Parenting Education and Workshops

Safe Sleep For My Baby

Child Development and Milestone Information

Breastfeeding Resources in Livingston County

Support for My Child with Special Needs

Help If My Baby Won’t Stop Crying

Help with Postpartum Depression in Livingston County and Beyond

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