Children
1500 Kent County Families Receive Learning Kits
by (FamilyFutures)
Submitted 06-13-2023 under NONPROFITS
June 8, 2023 1500 Kent County Families Receive Learning Kits Local organizations partner to provide summer activities to children (GRAND RAPIDS, M.I.) – Family Futures is distributing 1500 educational kits to children in Kent County...
Online survey connects Kent County parents to resources
by (FamilyFutures)
Submitted 10-13-2022 under NONPROFITS
The Kent County Parenting Support Site (kentparentinfo.com) is a website that connects families to local home visiting programs that allow them to nurture their children’s health, development, and school readiness. Parents answer a few...
Family Futures provides Pack n' Plays and car seats to families in need
by (FamilyFutures)
Submitted 09-26-2022 under NONPROFITS
Family Futures is providing Pack n’ Plays and car seats to eligible families in Kent County to wrap up National Baby Safety Month. Parents and caregivers enrolled in Medicaid automatically qualify, but those at certain income levels without...
Comprehensive Therapy Center announces new Interim Executive Director
by (CTC_GR)
Submitted 09-20-2022 under NONPROFITS
Comprehensive Therapy Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Ellen Sawyer as the Interim Executive Director. Ellen has worked for Comprehensive Therapy Center since 2014 serving as Director of Operations and, most recently, as...
Comprehensive Therapy Center is blowing off some STEAM this Fall
by (CTC_GR)
Submitted 09-06-2022 under NONPROFITS
Comprehensive Therapy Center is blowing off some STEAM this fall with the launch of our newest program, Learning Labs: Full STEAM Ahead! This program is designed to introduce 2-5 years olds to the concepts of STEAM, (Science, Technology, Engineering...
Gardening Education for Food Sovereignty: An Interview with Julie Brunson from H.O.P.E. Gardens
by (Kent County Foo...)
Submitted 01-11-2022 under NONPROFITS
Just last year, the Kent County Food Policy Council launched to strengthen and grow the food system in Kent County. As we build momentum, discuss, and prioritize issues, we are gathering information and engaging with our community through a project...
Ethics and Religion Talk: Should Five-Year-Old Children Make Medical Decisions?, part 2
by (Rabbi David J.B...)
Submitted 01-10-2022 under OPINION
Last week, we presented responses which argued that no, five-year-old children should not be asked to make such decisions. This week, in part 2, we see responses which argue that in cases such as this one, parents should honor their child’s...
Ethics and Religion Talk: Should Five-Year-Old Children Make Medical Decisions?, part 1
by (Rabbi David J.B...)
Submitted 01-03-2022 under OPINION
This week, we present responses which argue that no, five-year-old children should not be asked to make such decisions. Next week, in part 2, we’ll see responses which argue that in cases such as this one, parents should honor their child...
Community updates: Thursday, Nov. 4
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-04-2021 under NEWS
Kent County starts COVID-19 vaccinations for kids ages 5-11 The Kent County Health Department (KCHD) is now offering COVID-19 vaccination for children ages 5 to 11, after emergency authorization Tuesday by the U.S. CDC. Appointments for the Pfizer...
Our Community's Children director retires, looks back on public service
by (Brett)
Submitted 01-14-2021 under LOCAL LIFE
After more than two decades as executive director for Our Community’s Children (OCC), Lynn Heemstra retired from her role Jan. 5, leaving behind a legacy of youth advocacy. OCC, a public-private partnership between the City of Grand Rapids,...