Hamilton County early childhood educators now have access to a new resource to help when facing social-emotional and behavioral challenges with the children in their care thanks to a grant from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. The Growing Stars Therapeutic Child Care Network provides support, training and resources to meet these needs head-on.
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Thousands of children are in need of nurturing and supportive homes. More than 16,000 kids were in foster care in Ohio in the 2023-2024 school year, but only about 7,300 families are licensed in the state.
If you are thinking of beginning your journey as a foster caregiver, 4C for Children, partnering with the Western Ohio Regional Training Center and Ohio Department of Children and Youth and YWCA of Northwest Ohio, will present information sessions at a virtual conference Oct. 16-17.
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It may seem like reading to a newborn doesn’t make sense. But science shows reading to a child from birth makes a big difference. By reading five books a day, a child will hear 1.4 million more words by kindergarten than a child who was not read to. Even just reading one book a day to a child will introduce 290,000 words by age 5.
Not only does reading introduce new words, but it also introduces new concepts such as exploring Antarctica and the animals that live there or how families in different cultures live.
If you’ve ever typed “find child care near me” in a search bar and felt overwhelmed by the results, you’re not alone. That’s where Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies like 4C for Children step in. We are truly a one-stop shop for everything related to early education and care for children ages 0-21.
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4C for Children, the local nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, referrals and advocacy, is proud to announce the promotion of Kim Ginn to Chief Program Officer (CPO).
In this new role, Ginn will oversee the agency’s full portfolio of programs and services, ensuring alignment with 4C for Children’s mission to support the adults who care for children.
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September is Baby Safety Month. As a parent, your top priority is keeping your baby safe. Babies and young children grow and develop quickly and with each new stage of development safety standards can change.
Here are some key safety precautions for parents and caregivers.
August and back to school comes with mixed feelings for school-age children and their families. The new school year is exciting but it can also cause some anxiety among both caregivers and children. Here are some ways that families can help smooth the transition and ease the anxiety, especially for children who are attending school for the first time.
CINCINNATI – 4C for Children, the local nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, referrals, and advocacy, proudly announces the appointment of Stephanie Byrd as chair of its Board of Trustees. The agency also welcomes four new members to the board: Liz Keating, Donna Miller, Stephanie Rizzuto and Kimberly Satcher.
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4C for Children, the leading child care resource and referral agency serving Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Woodring as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
An advocate for innovation and ensuring access for all, Woodring brings more than three decades of education and leadership roles across public schools, higher education, and national organizations. She succeeds retiring President/CEO Vanessa Freytag, who has led the agency for the past 10 years.
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Summer is finally upon us and children are enjoying the relaxed days and nights. But there’s always a worry about what has been coined “summer slide.” According to a recent study, children between the third and fifth grades lose 20% of their school-year gains in reading and 27% in math during summer break.
The good news is that there are fun, educational activities that can help prevent the slide. Here is a list of ideas that you and your family can incorporate into your lazy days of summer: