Chad Welch joined the Partnership for Children and Families in the Fall of 2018. He handles all of the family enrichment activities such as Parent Cafes, Block Parties, Raising a Thinking Child, and more. He also manages the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program for Door County. Periodically, Chad shares valuable information, tips and activities for families.

7 Reasons Why Gratitude is Good for Your Health
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should

Building Resilience in Children
Resilience … it’s a familiar word. But what does it really mean?

Friendships During COVID-19
As a parent of a 9th grade daughter, I can tell you firsthand that young people are feeling disconnected from friends………

Anxiety in Teens
Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful situations, and we all feel anxious sometimes. Anxiety comes from a variety of sources like exam results, a job interview or talking in

Managing Emotions and Stress Ages 13+
Lately, you might notice your teenager is having more emotional ups and downs, unpredictable moods or strong feelings. This should be no surprise, especially living in this pandemic. But even

Communicating with Your Teenager Ages 13+
Your teenager is constantly moving in and out of change. They’re figuring out who they are, what they stand for, who they love, and what they want out of life.