Great Start Livingston – To receive information about upcoming FREE/Low-Cost supports, services, and activities in Livingston County for parents & families: Head to the Livingston County libraries! There are many FREE, FUN activities for children and families. You can attend any library activities, not just...
Great Start Livingston – Social Emotional Resources Below are some resources and activities which will help you support your child’s social-emotional development as they prepare for kindergarten: MI Kids Matter – Social Emotional Development Milestones for Children ages 3-5 Fact Sheet – Social Emotional...
Schools are currently accepting registrations and enrolling children into Kindergarten. Starting school is an important time in a child’s life and children’s readiness for school is important to us. If your child will be age 5 by September 1, 2023, we encourage you to...
Right from birth, babies are listening, looking, and learning. The first few years set the stage for the rest of a child’s life. Find and enjoy everyday moments when you can talk, sing, read, and play with your child. Spend time together while you...
Communication is a necessary part of life. Use these resources to help develop communication skills with your child(ren). Resources from MSU Extension PBS Kids
Parental burnout is a common occurence, especially in families with young children. Here are some tips to cope from Healthline: Resources Mental Health Care In need of professional help? Consult this list of mental health resources for Livingston County residents. State of Michigan’s Stay...
Annual Parent Family Survey/ Health/ Mental Health/ Social Emotional Health
Mental Health Support for Myself or Child
Community Mental Health Community Mental Health provides therapy and psychiatric services for children, youth, and families. Livingston Catholic Charities Livingston County Catholic Charities Mental Health Counseling Program is designed to provide you with valuable tools and to help you find the energy and strength...
Annual Parent Family Survey/ Social Connections/ Social Emotional Health
Developing or maintaining social & community connections for my child
Connect with other parents and/or children through programs at your local library, community education. or recreation departments. Libraries Community Education and Recreation Programs MSU Extension – The importance of friendships in a child’s development
Parent Resources/ Social Connections/ Social Emotional Health
Developing or maintaining social & community connections for myself
Great Start Livingston MOPS Church-affiliated program aiming to connect mothers of preschoolers. There are several groups in Livingston County. Moms Next This program is at the Fowlerville UB Church and is for moms with children ages kindergarten – 8th grade. Meets twice monthly. There...
High quality early childhood programs focus on the safety of all children, offer developmentally appropriate curriculum and have a knowledgeable and well-trained staff. The staff works to and support the health, nutrition, and social well-being in a diverse environment. Check out the resources below...
Parent Education/ Parent Resources
FREE Parent Coaching Available for all Livingston County Families
Every parent in Livingston County is eligible for free help, thanks to a partnership with Livingston Educational Service Agency and ParentGuidance.com. This resource helps to provide tools and personalized support to help parents address challenges they may be facing. Parents can meet confidentially with their...
Disability/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun
Children with disabilities can visit Potter Park Zoo for Free with FALCONERS Program
Potter Park Zoo in Lansing has a program called FALCONERS, which is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in...
Our Summer Activity Calendar is here! This calendar is filled with fun games, ideas and activities for you and your child. Working on these activities together will be great practice to prepare for kindergarten and beyond. This calendar was designed for children getting ready...
