Child and Family Development May Offerings MSU Extension has a wide range of free online classes for parents and caregivers of children of all ages and early childhood professionals. See below for our May offerings! Please reach out to your local Extension office or find a Child and...
Children/ Family Coalition/ MDHHS/ Parent Coalition/ Press Release/ Safety
State Agencies Collaborate to Help Protect Children from Unintentional Firearm Injuries
Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 12, 2024MDHHS CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, Sutfinl1@michigan.govMSP CONTACT: Lori Dougovito, 517-281-9586, Dougovitol@michigan.gov State Agencies Collaborate to Help Protect Children from Unintentional Firearm InjuriesFree Gun Locks Available at MDHHS Offices Statewide LANSING, MICH. – The Michigan State Police (MSP) and Michigan Department of Health and Human...
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced a policy change that makes it easier for families to access low or no cost child care. Effective February 25, 2024, MiLEAP removed the requirement that primary parents cooperate with the Office of...
Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Social Emotional Health
Social Emotional Resource Guide Update
Hello Community Partners, (Please feel free to share this blog) The Great Start Livingston Social Emotional Well Being committee is conducting the annual update of our Social-Emotional Supports and Services Resource Guide. This guide was developed and distributed overed the last few years as a way to share local social-emotional supports and services with community...
Events/ Family Coalition/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Parent Coalition
2024 Spring Break Ideas for Livingston County Littles
Sticking around Livingston County for spring break and need something to do? Below you will find ideas for each day to keep your little ones busy all week long! If you are unable to get out, just remember that time at home simply playing,...
March is reading month, and while we love a reason to celebrate, we also believe reading is important at ALL times of the year! Below you will find ideas for getting your read on around Livingston County. Free Books and Reading Resources in Livingston...
Family Coalition/ Low Cost / Free Family Fun/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Coalition
Parenting Awareness Month FUN
March is Parenting Awareness Month! Check out the month-long activity calendar PAM created! Items included:
Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition/ Press Release/ Safety
New gun safety laws to protect families go into effect February 13 – Requires secure storage of firearms to prevent access by minors, enacts penalties
LANSING, Mich. – To help protect Michigan families – particularly children – from the tragedies of gun violence and unintentional firearms injuries, a law requiring secure storage of firearms goes into effect starting Tuesday, Feb. 13. The new secure storage law, Public Act 17 of...
Our Annual Parent & Family Survey is now live! Please take a few minutes to let us know your biggest concern or needs for children ages 0-8 as well as any challenges you face as a caregiver. By completing this survey, you will be entered in a drawing for one of three $25...
Diapers/ Family Coalition/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Resources
FREE Diapers Available at Livingston County Health Department in 2024
Each month the Livingston County Health Department in partnership with the Monroe County Opportunity Program will be distributing FREE diapers and wipes to in-county families that meet income requirements. Simply visit the Health Department between 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. on the dates below....
From McCaskill Family Services Newsletter Divorce is a topic that people rarely like to talk about. It can be messy, heartbreaking, and challenging for everyone involved. However, during a difficult and ever changing time for your family, talking about divorce is one of the most important...
Child Care/ Community Partner/ Family Coalition/ MiLEAP/ Parent Coalition
Refer a Friend to Start or Grow Their Small Child Care Program with Wonderschool and earn up to $500
Do you know someone who is interested in opening their own small child careprogram or expanding their current child care program? We’d love to chat withthem about how Wonderschool can help them navigate the process andprovide grant technical assistance at absolutely no cost to...
Education/ Family Coalition/ Kdg Readiness/ Parent Coalition/ Parent Resources/ School/ School Readiness Campaign
2024-2025 Kindergarten Registration for Livingston County
Starting school is an important time in a child’s life and children’s readiness for school is important to us here at Great Start Livingston! Kindergarten registration in Livingston County is held between January and April, depending on your school district. Registering early allows the...
Ready, Set, Roll! Calling Families for Strolling Thunder 2024 Families! You know it best – our country can be a better place for babies. That is why ECIC is partnering with ZERO TO THREE to identify families for Strolling Thunder™. Do you have a...
Meet Your New Advisor – Kasey! January 16, 2024, 5 PM – 7 PM “I am so excited to provide a fun and caring atmosphere for these siblings,” explained Kasey Hilton, an Advocate with The Arc Livingston and the new advisor for Sibshops. “As a...
