
We really enjoyed the families that were able to attend our workshop on January 24th!! The Carrollton Bank Representatives gave us important information and a good time!!! Carrollton Bank also provided each child with their own piggy bank and 4 quarters to start their own savings.



Bright Futures Family Program 217-374-6579


Affiliation and the PAT Evidence-based Model
Parents as Teachers Affiliates are organizations whose home visiting program is designed to implement the Parents as Teachers model.
The Parents as Teachers evidence-based home visiting model is backed by nearly 40 years of independent research with proven outcomes on:
Increasing parent knowledge of early childhood development and improving parent practices
Providing early detection of developmental delays and health issues
Preventing child abuse and neglect
Increasing children’s school readiness and success
Improving maternal and child health
The Parents as Teachers model is highly rated on several national and international evidence-based clearinghouses.


Utensils and High Chairs: When is Baby Ready?
As baby begins to eat more solids, you may have some questions about high chairs and utensils.
https://pathways.org/utensils-and-high-chairs/?utm_source=Pathways.org+Subscribers&utm_campaign=1bf32b7d98-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_02_02_56_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2e064ee131-1bf32b7d98-188063441


REMINDER:
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.

REMINDER:
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.

SECOND REMINDER:
Roodhouse Families that signed up for the Christmas Toy Drive- pickup will be Dec 19-21, 5pm-8pm at the fire station.
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.

Tech Shop and E-Cycle


REMINDER:
Roodhouse Families that signed up for the Christmas Toy Drive- pickup will be Dec 19-21, 5pm-8pm at the fire station.
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.

Contact Emily's Dance Studio in Winchester by texting 217-248-6942 to register your 18mo to 3 year old toddler for a special tumbling class.
https://www.emilysdancestudio.com/


Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training at Lewis & Clark Community College. See flyer for details or call Jill at 618-468-4149.


Local job opportunity. See flyer for details


Join us for our mental health workshop. Please let your Parent Educator know how many will be attending.


Weiner Roast and Fire Safety fun in the chilly temperatures last night. Thank you to the families that were able to come and braved the weather with us.
-If you took your own pictures and would like to share, please add them in the comments. We would love to see them and possibly use them on our website!!




Self-Talk vs. Parallel-Talk


Reminder: Tomorrow night is our Outdoor Movie Night and we are showing Mickey's Tale of Two Witches. The movie will start at 7 and will last roughly 45 minutes. We will have snacks/drinks. Don't forget to bring a chair for everyone or a blanket to sit on!



Bright Futures is celebrating grandparents this month. We are holding a movie night for our families and we encourage grandparents to attend too. We will have popcorn, cotton candy, and drinks. Please bring a lawn chair or a blanket for the family to enjoy the movie comfortably. We are excited to share the evening with you! Please fill out the form so we can make sure we have plenty of room and snacks for everyone!
https://forms.gle/bq5xTgtc8yDPaJ996


The Pregnancy Resource Center is offering curbside pickup for items your baby may need. Call 217-245-9340 for more information.


The Greene County Health Department is hiring for three positions. If you would like to apply, visit https://greenecountyhd.org/careers/ or submit your resume to greeneHD@greenecountyhd.org. Apply by August 31st.




Need Assistance with Your Utility Bills? Take a look at the flier and see if your family qualifies. Assistance opens on September 1, 2022 and goes through May 31, 2022 or until funds are exhausted. Visit the website below to apply!
https://ilvalley-edc.org/energy-assistance-programs/
