Door County Parent/Family Groups & Activities

*This is not necessarily a complete list of the Parent/Family programs offered here in Door County. If you are aware of groups/activities that are not currently on this list or […]
Fake Prescriptions Containing Fentanyl: One Pill can Kill

The DEA issued a public service announcement back in September and I just saw it now when looking further into a Emoji Decoding document circulating on Facebook. This is a […]
Which Parenting Style is Most Successful?

I’m quite certain that I’m not alone in this-not one of my four children came with a manual. In fact, we all have probably thought about how nice it would […]
Back to Basics In & Out of School

What if the Kids are Not Back at School in the Fall? Here’s a question that may help focus you: Next year, in 5 years, in 10 years, in 20 years, […]
Twenty Ways You Can Help Your Children Succeed At School-Part II

As a parent, you are your child’s first and most important teacher. When parents and families are involved in their children’s schools, the children do better and have better feelings […]
Six Ways to Channel Your Inner Calm, So You Don’t Yell

Now more than ever, it’s easier to become angry and frustrated. COVID has made the simplest things in life a challenge and, conversely, difficult things seemingly impossible! Parents are faced […]
Social & Emotional Development of Your Child 1-5 Years Old

Your child’s early years are a time for many milestones and magic moments. But these years are much more important than just taking their first steps, smiling at grandma or […]
Understanding Your Child’s Temperament

It’s amazing, even surprising just how different children from the same family can be. Their personalities, likes, dislikes, and the ways they react to situations can all vary-a lot! These […]
Solving Problems Ages 6-12

Life can and does throw all sorts of stuff at us. Effective problem-solving skills can mean the difference between being able to cope and keep moving forward, or feeling completely […]
Encouraging Independence 6-12

September 14, 2020by: Chad Welch, Community Impact Coordinator – Education As children get older, they can begin to do more and more tasks and make decisions on their own. Some […]