Help Me Grow Skagit

BIG NEWS!!!! The Help Me Grow Family Resource Center has been awarded funding through the 2023 Ominbus bill (THANK YOU PATTY MURRAY!) and the WA State Department of Commerce.

Family & Community Outreach

Calling all dads!! The Washington Fatherhood Council is hosting a Dad Allies Community Cafe on January 21st. Learn more about the discussion topics and how to register here. Please distribute the flyer widely! Participating dads will be provided a gift card for their contribution to this important discussion.

Flyer in English

Flyer in Spanish



Child Health Care Provider Outreach

The first of our child development education series starts on January 19th - "Spreading HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) in the Pediatric Health Care Setting"

We currently have 113 people registered! To learn more about this event and the others in this series, visit HERE.

Coordinated Access Point

Thanks to all of you who submitted your organization's information into the new Help Me Grow ResourceFinder directory! If you haven't added your information yet, it's not too late! Please submit a New Resource Submission Form HERE.

Equity

Are you interested in a leadership position to help support equity work in the developing the Help Me Grow system? We are looking for a champion to join our board and help identify and implement frameworks, tools, and strategies to embed equity in our HMG system. If this sounds like an exciting role for you, please reach out to Lyndie Simmonds.

Child Care

A new statewide Child Care Voice Learning Network has been formed! They engage in self-directed conversations around early learning, the children and families of their communities, and the industry’s workforce. They host an annual Childcare Voice Legislative Roundtable to engage policy makers directly with early learning participants, and form workgroups around specific topics as opportunities or issues arise. The team meets on the first Thursday of each month, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. with simultaneous Spanish translation and the ability to expand language support options as needed. Reach out to Lyndie Simmonds.

Data Collection & Analysis

We are beginning to work on our annual HMG Fidelity Report. Stay tuned for the results!

Bringing Baby Home Interest Form

Our research based Bringing Baby Home workshops prepare couples for life with baby and helps them be the best parenting team possible. In a relaxed and supportive environment, parents learn to strengthen their relationship and foster baby’s development during this challenging time. This workshop combines scientific research and public education to improve the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening their families. It teaches new parents how to gain relationship satisfaction and create healthy social, emotional, and intellectual development for their children.

The Incredible Years - Toddler series

Take part in an online parenting series designed for people with kids aged 1-4. Meet with trained facilitators and other parents to help bring out the best in your toddler and family.

When: Starts Thursday January 12, 2023

Meets twice a week on Thursdays and Mondays from 6:00 – 7:30 pm over Zoom

Audience: Parents & caregivers of 1–4-year-olds

Cost: Free

Location: Online 

Provider Learning Series: The How and Why of Engaging Fathers in Home Visiting

February 16th at 11:30am - 1:00pm

This event will begin with an overview of the importance of including dads in home visiting and some practical tips and techniques to engage dads in the process. This is followed by interviews with home visiting professionals and dads who have participated in home visiting, all of whom will provide practical insights into how we can get full value out of this important opportunity. We will conclude with a question and answer session open to everyone. Join us to learn more about how we can begin to effectively engage dads in the home visiting process to support families and children. 

Focus on the Children Conference

Saturday, February 4th from 8:00am - 4:00pm Bellingham Technical College

Theme: Playing our Way to Liberation & Freedom

Perinatal Support Washington - Group Peer Support Facilitator Training

January 25-26th, 9am-5pm & January 27th, 9am-12:30pm via Zoom

Theme: Playing our Way to Liberation & Freedom

This 2.5 day training is open to experienced and first time group leaders. Providers of services to ALL parents are invited to participate in this training.

GPS Group Peer Support© is an evidence-informed group model that will give you the map to support parents in your community. GPS for Parents© is an empowering group experience that provides a place for parents to address the challenges they face, hear from others on the path, gain perspective and strength, and chart a course through challenging times. CEUs available. See website for cost.

Connecting Sensation & Emotion to Guide Play-based Treatment

Starting January 11, 2023 at 4pm Live Online via Zoom

This workshop will explore the connection between sensation, action and emotion, offering a new lens on how we play and interact with our children. AOTA YEs Approved. Cost - $120

Understanding and Helping Siblings of Children with Neurodevelopment Disorders

Starting January 17, 2023 at 4:45pm Live Online via Zoom - 8 sessions

Join the small group case discussion-based class focusing on the clinicla issues in working with siblings of children with neurodevelopment challenges. Cost - $240

Washington State Early Learning Coordination Plan Website

Start Early - Notes from Olympia

This edition includes a preview of the first week of the 2023 legislative session, details on federal spending increases for early learning, a wealth of helpful resources and much more!