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Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner/ Family Engagement/ Literacy

We’ve Distributed More Than 1,500 Books In 2025!

Community Impact & Volunteerism/ Community Partner/ Family Engagement/ Literacy
At Great Start Livingston, we believe every child deserves the chance to fall in love with reading. So far this year, we’ve distributed more than 1,500 books to young children across Livingston County, and we’re just getting started! That’s 1,500+ moments of imagination sparked,...
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Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Engagement/ HOPE/ Parent & Family Resources

H.O.P.E. in Action: Join the May 2025 Great Start Collaborative Meeting

Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Early Childhood Education/ Events/ Family Engagement/ HOPE/ Parent & Family Resources
The May 2025 Great Start Collaborative (GSC) meeting is your chance to come together with fellow Livingston County partners, parents, and providers to explore the HOPE Framework—Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences and build a stronger, more connected community for our youngest residents. 📅 Date:...
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Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Playdates

You’re Invited: Partner with Us at Great Start Livingston Summer Playdates!

Collaborative Updates/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Events/ Playdates
Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time for sunshine, storytime, and sweet connections! ☀️ Great Start Livingston is excited to host another season of free community playdates for families with young children (ages 0–8) in Livingston County. These playdates provide a relaxed,...
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Community events/ Family Coalition/ Fundraisers/ Parent Coalition

Building Community Over Coffee – Biggby Fundraiser Recap

Community events/ Family Coalition/ Fundraisers/ Parent Coalition
On Friday, April 11, Great Start Livingston brewed up more than just coffee at Biggby Coffee in Howell. We built relationships, shared resources, and strengthened community connections for families of young children across Livingston County. Our Family Liaisons, Breanne and Lauren, were at Biggby...
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Disability/ Early Childhood Education/ Education/ Parent Education/ Preschool

Preschool with an IEP: Navigating Services, Supports, and Inclusion

Disability/ Early Childhood Education/ Education/ Parent Education/ Preschool
Preschool with an IEP: With Kelsey Biswanger 📅 Wednesday, May 14, 2025🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM📍 Online – Free Registration Required🔗 Register here Is your child heading off to preschool with an IEP? Whether your family is transitioning from Early On or just...
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Diapers/ Parent & Family Resources/ Parent Resources/ Resources

Free Emergency Diaper Support Available for Livingston County Families with UnitedHealthcare Medicaid

Diapers/ Parent & Family Resources/ Parent Resources/ Resources
Get Emergency Diapers Mailed to Your Home – At No Cost Families raising young children know how quickly essentials like diapers can run out, and how expensive they can be. If you’re a Livingston County parent or caregiver enrolled in UnitedHealthcare Community Plan –...
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Community events/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Literacy/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Newsletters

Make the Most of May with Great Start Livingston!

Community events/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ Family Engagement/ Literacy/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Newsletters
Make the Most of May with Great Start Livingston! Read our FULL MAY 2025 NEWSLETTER here: https://conta.cc/3EJa7GS Livingston County families, this month is bursting with opportunities to learn, play, and grow together—without spending a dime. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to connect with...