Volume 04: Issue 7 | July 2021
FUN SUMMER FAMILY ACTIVITY!
SPOTLIGHT ON FAMILY HEALTH

Strengthening Families with the 5 Protective Factors
While every family has challenges, they also have strengths that they can draw upon during difficult times. Understanding how to build upon your family’s strengths in five essential areas can help you feel more confident, less stressed and better connected to your children.
1.Helping Kids Understand Feelings
Showing your kids how to name, understand and manage emotions, express themselves and get along with others.
Online Programs for Children with Anxiety | Kids Anxiety ...

Anxiety does not have to disrupt your child's happiness. Relieve anxiety with a unique animated program on GoZen!

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gozen.com
2.Parenting as Children Grow
Learning to support your child’s growth at every age and stage.
Brain Growth

Articles Teenage Brains Why Teenagers Act Crazy Q&A: Plumbing the Mysteries of the Teenage Brain Websites The Teen Brain Website created by the Partnership at Drugfree.org on the science behind the different personalities of the Teenage brain....

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parenthetical.wisc.edu
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Check out Door County Farm Markets for fresh, local produce!
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3.Connecting with Others
Building a network of people who care about you and your family.
CLICK IMAGE FOR LIST OF PARENT GROUPS
4.Building Inner Strength
Keeping it together – and even growing stronger – during times of stress.
5.Knowing How to Find Help
Seeking support in times of need and knowing how to accept help when it’s offered.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
If your family, or you know of a family that is in need, please reach out to Rebecca for assistance. Housing, utilities, infant needs (diapers, wipes, etc),
FREE and CONFIDENTIAL support for ANY Door County family raising children in Door County or an individual enrolled in K-12 schooling whom has not yet graduated. A Community Connector is a parent peer who has experienced challenges of their own, received Door County services and has learned how to advocate for their family.
Contact Rebecca Nicholson for assistance and support regarding the following:
  • Rent, utility, food assistance
  • Infant / toddler basic needs
  • Children's mental health / disability support
  • Vehicle repair and purchase assistance
  • Anything else related to raising a family
Rebecca Nicholson
(920) 421-3145 call or text
rebecca@unitedwaydc.com
or fill out an interest form and she will contact you
Door County Partnership
for Children and Families


Everyone is Welcome!
July 09, 2021 (8:15am-9:15am)
Online via ZOOM

The Partnership quarterly meeting is open to any Door County parent / community member. You are especially encouraged to attend our quarterly Partnership meetings to hear what the Partnership has been working on. This program is family-centered and it can be very helpful to get feedback from community members so please be sure to share any feedback or suggestions you may have, we want to hear your voice! 
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the Door County Partnership for Children and Families, please contact:

Rebecca Nicholson
Community Connector
(920) 421-3145