Moms First’s Post

Want to make your voice heard for child care but not sure how? Share your story with us! Personal stories from families, child care providers, and community leaders can help policymakers identify what works and what doesn’t. Learn more and submit your story: https://ow.ly/zXTn50RiWcb.

Want to make your voice heard for child care but not sure how? Share your story with us! Personal stories from families, child care providers, and community leaders can help policymakers identify what works and what doesn’t. Learn more and submit your story: https://ow.ly/TsvM50QHhwT.

What is helping Illinois parents and their families the most right now? Support and connection to their family, government assistance (such as SNAP, WIC, EBT, and food stamp), and having some form of employment were commonly highlighted as significant supporters by a majority of parents within our Illinois parent Survey Panel. Other common themes included having child care, their faith and spirituality, as well as support from their community. Learn more about the Illinois Parent Survey Panel: https://bit.ly/49t17iR

What is helping Illinois parents and their families the most right now? Support and connection to their family, government assistance (such as SNAP, WIC, EBT, and food stamp), and having some form of employment were commonly highlighted as significant supporters by a majority of parents within our Illinois parent Survey Panel. Other common themes included having child care, their faith and spirituality, as well as support from their community. Learn more about the Illinois Parent Survey Panel: https://bit.ly/49t17iR

There’s something special about those quiet moments when you’re sitting with a cup of coffee, letting your thoughts wander. It’s during these times of reflection that big decisions often take shape—decisions that could change not only your life but the lives of others. Have you ever thought about what it would mean to make a real difference in someone’s life? Perhaps the idea of becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) has crossed your mind. CASA Volunteers are everyday people who step up to be a voice for abused and neglected children -consider the impact you could have: - Be the voice for children who have been silenced by their circumstances, ensuring they are heard and understood. - Advocate for their best interests in court, helping judges make informed decisions that could alter the course of a child’s life. - Make a life-changing difference by providing the support and stability that these children desperately need. Imagine the difference you could make by becoming a CASA Volunteer. It’s a commitment that goes beyond just an idea—it’s a step toward transforming a child’s future. https://lnkd.in/gaUKVav7

In this feature story, find out how the power of hope is helping the people working in Scotland's residential child care community to change lives: https://buff.ly/3SR6SC7

What is helping Illinois parents and their families the most right now? Support and connection to their family, government assistance (such as SNAP, WIC, EBT, and food stamp), and having some form of employment were commonly highlighted as signifiant supporters by a majority of parents within our Illinois parent Survey Panel. Other common themes included having child care, their faith and spirituality, as well as support from their community. Learn more about the Illinois Parent Survey Panel: https://bit.ly/49t17iR

What is helping Illinois parents and their families the most right now? Support and connection to their family, government assistance (such as SNAP, WIC, EBT, and food stamp), and having some form of employment were commonly highlighted as significant supporters by a majority of parents within our Illinois parent Survey Panel. Other common themes included having child care, their faith and spirituality, as well as support from their community. Learn more about the Illinois Parent Survey Panel: https://bit.ly/49t17iR

September is National Child Awareness Month! Let’s use this time to focus on the health and well-being of our children. 💙👧👦 See how CoordiKids can support your child’s development: buff.ly/2JcVZa1

What difference does it mean to focus on hope? In this feature story, hear from the voices of Scotland's residential child care community about what hope means to them: https://buff.ly/3SR6SC7