June 22, 2020
CFCE Daily Activities and Resources
Dear CFCE Families,

Yes, yesterday was Father's Day, but I can't stress enough how important it is for fathers to be involved in their child's upbringing. Sometimes we forget about the importance of the role of dad. Whether dad is in the home or not, they play an instrumental role in being a positive role model to both male and female children. It's a proven fact that dads parent differently than mom's but they are both equally as important. I am dedicating this Newsletter to all the "DAD'S" out there that just "DO IT"!

Remember to check our Facebook page . We are posting tips and activities every day. And as always, check our CFCE Calendar. We are posting this email in addition to adding new LIVE ZOOM EVENTS!
Sincerely,
Ms Karen and the entire CFCE Staff .
TODAY'S QUOTE

Cape Cod Family Resource Center presents......
Cape Cod Toy Library VIRTUAL PLAY Workshop for Parents
Tuesday, June 23rd
6:00-7:30 pm
Will children’s learning slide or progress this summer?
Why summer play can foster children’s learning!
Join the Conversation!!

CFCE LIVE Zoom Events
(please follow links below or visit our Calendar for all registration info)
Mondays - Join CFCE for Zoom Chat and Play! ( Interactive Support Group for Parents ... and a little something for the children!)
Ms.Marsha, CFCE Specialist and Susan West, LPN, Family Education Specialist at BID-Plymouth Hospital and Active Parenting Coordinator are teaming up to provide this Zoom Interactive Support Group for Parents. Each group will start with songs and a story. Parents can then choose from several suggested activities their children can do independently while the grown ups chat!
Tuesdays - Music and Movement
Every Tuesday at 10:30 AM join Ms. Marsha for Music and Movement. Let's sing,dance and move with joy in our own homes! Join this Zoom event with Ms. Marsha as we move music and movement to a virtual space. Grab your shakers and drums (you can use a pan and a spoon for drum if you do not have one!)
Thursdays - Toddler Story & Songs
Every Thursday at 10:30 AM join Ms. Marsha LIVE on Zoom for Toddler Story and Song Time. We will sing a few songs and have a short story. This activity is designed for toddlers. It will last less than 30 minutes.
Fridays - Friday Story and Craft Group
Every Friday at 11:00 AM join Ms. Marsha LIVE on Zoom for stories, songs and a craft!!. This preschool group meets each Friday to listen to stories, sing songs, and complete simple crafts based on a theme. Please email Ms.Marsha at mwright@selfhelpinc.org if you want to join the fun!!
Make sure you check out our  Calendar Every Week,  to see all of the  NEW fun adventures Miss Carol, and all of the CFCE Staff have for you!!  Some include:  Drive by I Spy Ms. Karen's See You Later Alligator ,   Playful Watchdog,  Move Your Mood and MORE!!!
Parent Corner
Zoom Parent Workshop:

Navigating the World in the New Normal
June 24, 2020 (Wed)
7:30pm-9:00pm

Join Parent Educator Susan West from Beth Israel Deaconess in Plymouth and CFCE Specialist Marsha Wright as we discuss how to safely re-enter the world in the "New Normal" Parents are encouraged to discuss their concerns about going out in the community with their children. We will base answers on latest information available. Registration is required.      Click on this link to register  :
The Importance of Fatherhood Involvement!
By:  Erin Coleman,  B.S. - Nutritional Science, R.D., L.D.,
Click the Picture for Article!
Parent Information and Resources
CRADLES TO CRAYONS
Many families are having a rough go of it during the Covid-19 Virus. Some have lost their job, some are on unemployment or their hours have been reduced. Here at CFCE we often depend on the Cradles to Crayons Program to help us help families with clothing and basic necessities for their children. If you are one of those families, click the link below to complete a Cradles to Crayons application for clothing. Cradles is currently closed due to COVID-19, so please be patient. As soon as CFCE receives word from Cradles to Crayons, that they are accepting new applications, we will submit your's and we will contact you!
WHAT IS ASQ??
The ASQ Program is a parent reporting questionnaire that gives you insight on how your child is doing developmentally! You do not need to have concerns, it’s just a great tool to see where your child excels or may need some support!  Everyone that participates receives a
FREE Children’s Book! 
**Please click this link for more information http://selfhelpcpc.org/our-programs/asq/      
** If you would like to participate this is the only thing you need to complete (the consent form) to get started!! click on the link below: https://www.cognitoforms.com/SelfHelpInc1/ASQ3ASQSECONSENTFORM

Self Help Inc is open for business,   CLICK HERE   to see what services we can provide you! If we can't provide it, we will help you find another agency who can!! You can always email:   info@selfhelpinc.org
The Self Help Inc. Head Start Program is now taking applications for the FALL! For more information on the Head Start Program, CLICK HERE . Or to submit an application, please follow the links below.

Food Resources
Are you concerned about keeping food on the table due to job loss or illness, or are you just interested in getting some more information? Self Help Inc. can answer any questions you may have about the SNAP Program, and we can help you apply right over the phone! These are stressful times, let us help.  Please call 508-588-0447 x1807 or email:  snap@selfhelpinc.org
WIC IS HERE FOR YOU!!
WIC Programs are open, and ALL NUTRITION APPOINTMENTS WILL BE DONE BY PHONE ONLY.  New families to the WIC program should locate the  closest WIC office  to you to request an appointment by phone. If families cannot get through another option is the state online link to apply online:    https://www.mass.gov/forms/apply-for-wic-online


The Hockomack YMCA Sites are doing food distribution at many of their sites! PLEASE CLICK HERE or the image for location and information
Food Bank Listings  (please make sure you call or email, as their hours and processes during COVID-19 may be altered)
Book of the Day!
Dad - Children Activities!
Toddler Activities
What a great fine motor activity for the little ones! THUMBPRINTS!!!
Just grab a piece of card-stock or construction paper, cut out a heart and tape it on the paper where you want it!
Now cut out the letters D A D and I and tape them down as well. Squirt different paint colors on a paper plate.Let you toddler stick their thumb in it and then dab it all over the paper.. Let dry and then pull off the letters and the heart!



Exercising With Your Toddler
Preschool Activities

This is a fun project for kiddies of all ages. Use dad’s shoe to create the first print (to keep it secret from dad) and then the child’s foot inside of it. 
Click picture for directions!
S imple And Fun Activities For Preschoolers & Dads
School Age Activities

BUILD A TENT!
What better way to spend time with your little one! All you need is an old sheet, some pillows, some lights and lots of imagination. You can do this indoors or outside. It's a great time to read a story, listen to favorite music. It's all about making memories.
ENGINEERING: MAKE PAPER HOLD UP BOOKS !

Whether you have boys or girls, we can all agree science is fun and engineering is even funner!!!!
Click picture for instructions!
Cooking with Dad!
If any of you are lucky enough to have a dad that likes to cook, YEAH!!! Keep in mind that dad's do things a little differently.
News
Stay connected to  Mass.gov  for the most up-to-dates information and resource s
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEW STIMULUS CHECK INFO!  If you haven't filed taxes in the last 2 years,   CLICK HERE  to update your bank account information for your Stimulus Check
 
 
 
Make sure EVERY MA Community has the funding and resources it needs for the NEXT 10 YEARS!!!!
COMPLETE YOUR CENSUS TODAY!

Tax Day Now July 15
On March 20, 2020, Treasury Secretary, Steven Mnuchin announced that Tax Day has been moved from April 15 to July 15. All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties, regardless of the amount owed.
 
The Treasury Secretary encouraged taxpayers who might have a tax refund to file now to receive your refund.
 
 
FREE Online Tax Filing Options (simple returns)
 
 
***The Self Help Inc. VITA program is currently suspended, but we are working on a file upload system, so we can prepare your taxes over the phone. Check our    WEBSITE    for all updates
COVID-19 Information and Resources
NEW!! Covid-19 Symptom Tracker App. Read more about this app

NEW!! Text  covidma to  888777 to get text updates from the state about the most recent Covid-19 news

State Updates and Informationwww.ma.gov/coronavirus



Coronavirus (COVID-19) Kids Book ( English) ( Spanish)