Fathers and Children: Building Blocks to Strengthen Families
Building LEGO, reading, playing sports, hide and seek, peekaboo, and even tickling are all examples of activities that foster creativity and closeness. In fact, research shows that playtime stimulates early brain development and improves a child’s communication, vocabulary, and language skills. Play also contributes to school readiness by helping children learn how to problem-solve, manage […]
Needs Among Us
Pastor Rob Dyer and the members of First United Presbyterian Church of Belleville wanted a way to support families in their community who are going through a tough time. “We want to be part of the real transformation – not a temporary, quick fix,” says Pastor Rob Dyer, First Presbyterian’s senior pastor. The pastor and […]
How Elizabeth Became the Mom Her Son Deserves
Elizabeth treasures the bond she’s developed with her son, 3-year-old Connor. “He’s my motivation for everything,” the young mom admits. But the relationship needed assistance to nurture and grow. “If I hadn’t received help from Children’s Home + Aid’s Stronger Beginnings for Families program, I don’t know where I’d be today,” she acknowledges. Recovering from […]
