April-May Calendar
- April 9, Services Resume
- April 10, Last day to register for Spring Positive Behavior Group
- May 4, Picky Eaters Parent Chat
- May 18, Family fun Day
- May 22-28, No Services
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All parent chats meet on Saturday mornings from 10 am - noon at our main office, 1500 W. 12th Ave., Eugene. Free childcare, coffee, and light refreshments will be available. Parents need to register even if childcare is not needed. Register by calling our front desk at 541-346-2578, texting 541-393-7200, or by email to [email protected]. Childcare is limited. RSVP early to ensure your spot.
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Tax Reminder!
The Oregon Tax Codes provides an additional tax exemption for parents of eligible children with disabilities in Oregon. If your child was enrolled in Early Childhood CARES as of December 31, 2018, then your family qualifies for this tax break. Consult a tax professional or contact the Oregon Department of Revenue with additional questions at 1-800-356-4222.
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The group is designed to help parents decrease negative behaviors in preschool-aged children and is based upon
The Incredible Years
,
developed by Dr. Carolyn Webster-Stratton with the University of Washington.
Leading the group will be Erin Dent, an Early Childhood Special Educator and Ursula Crawford, the Parent Outreach Coordinator with Early Childhood CARES.
Childcare will be provided each week by Early Childhood CARES staff. A light dinner will also be provided each week. Pre-registration is required. Parents need to register for the group even if childcare is not needed.
To register:
- Call 541-346-2578, text 541-343-7200, or email [email protected]
- Registration deadline is April 10
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Save the Date for Family Fun Day & Resource Fair
When: Saturday May 18, 10 am - noon Where: Centennial Elementary School 1315 Aspen St. Springfield, 97477
Bring the whole family and enjoy a morning of indoor and outdoor carnival games! Kids enjoy crafts, games, music & storytelling in a safe environment. Parents can learn about community resources and fun summer activities for kids. Partners include Eugene Public Library, Food for Lane County, Eugene Science Center, Parenting Now, Early Education Program, Lane County Community Health, Adventure! Children’s Museum, Kids’ First, and Willamalane
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Arc Families Connected Events
Arc Families Connected offers lots of events for families of children with disabilities, including Get Air playdates every Wednesday from 5-6 pm. To see what other events they have planned, visit their
Facebook page here
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Paid Research Study Opportunity
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Interested in learning more about your strengths and needs as a caregiver?
You are invited to participate in a study of social and emotional development in young children.
Families will receive $20 gift card.
Who?
Children ages 18-42 months and a caregiver
Where?
At your home or at Clinical Services Building at University of Oregon, whatever is most convenient
How long?
ONE
appointment that will last approximately 90 minutes
When?
At your convenience
Benefits of Participation:
· Learn more about your relationship with your kiddo
· Learn more about your child’s social and emotional development
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Parenting Class in Cottage Grove
Pearl Buck Center is offering a parenting class in Cottage Grove this spring. This class will offer childcare, dinner, and the opportunity to earn a gift card at each class attended. Spanish translation available. This class is primarily focused on parents with cognitive limitations, but all are welcome.
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All Born (in) Annual Conference on Educational Inclusion
All Born (in) seeks to promote the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in our schools and communities. This conference was founded in 2006 in partnership with Portland State University's joint certification program and the Center on Inclusive Education. This event will be held on Saturday April 6 at the Portland Airport Holiday Inn. For more information and to register,
visit the ABI website
or call 503-238-0522.
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Text message reminders
If you would like to receive text message reminders about upcoming events, including our monthly parent chat & playgroup, visit this link to sign up today:
remind.com/join/eccares
You can also sign up by texting @eccares to the number 81010.
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Support our Program with eScrip
Using eScrip is even easier now with the new Benefits app for iPhone and Androids.
Click here
for more info or to get the app.
Sign up for eScrip to raise money for Early Childhood CARES when you shop at Market of Choice and other partner organizations. You can designate up to three schools to receive funds when you shop. Signing up is quick and easy at
escrip.com.
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Your Family's Resource for Connecting with the Community!
- Informative parenting articles.
- Monthly calendar of activities to do with your kids.
- Connect with resources across Lane County.
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Featured Community Events for April
- Eugene Saturday Market. Resumes April 6. Every Saturday from 10-5 at 8th & Oak in downtown Eugene.
- Little Family Yoga. Thursday April 4 and 18 from 10:30-11 at the Springfield Public Library.
- Little Wonders for Preschoolers. Friday April 12 from 10:30-11:30 am at the UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History. Stories and activities for preschoolers. Theme for April is Rapid Rivers and Sleepy Streams.
- Art workshop for children with special needs. Saturday April 20 at 11:15 am at Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art on UO Campus. Contact 541-346-6410 with questions or to reserve your spot.
- MEGGA Hunt. Saturday April 20, 9:30 am - noon at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield. $6 per child in advance, $8 at gate. Free for those not hunting eggs. Hunts for ages 5 and under will be every 10-15 minutes from 9:45-11 am.
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Early Childhood CARES Resource Guide 2018-2019
Our annual Resource Guide lists relevant community resources for young families including library storytimes, play groups, childcare options, and more. If you would like a copy of the 2018-2019 Resource Guide — updated in August 2018 — visit our
website
to download it. If you need a paper copy, contact your service coordinator or Carla at [email protected].
Free Screening for Siblings
Parents of children receiving services from Early Childhood CARES may request a free developmental screening for younger siblings. Simply call 541-346-2578. Spanish speaking families can call 541-346-0742.
Groceries
FOOD for Lane County has released a list of resources for free food by neighborhood. To find an emergency food pantry that serves you or more information, please call (541) 343-2822. Click on your neighborhood below to download the flier.
Imagination Library
Families who live in the Eugene library district, you can sign your child up to receive a free book by mail every month from birth until he or she turns 5. Details available at the
Eugene Public Library website here.
Playtimes
Baby Playtime Drop-In @ Amazon Community Center.
Ages 6 months + with adult. Tuesdays from 1-3 pm. $1 fee.
Littles Play Time @ Peterson Barn Community Center
Ages 0-4 with adult. Saturdays from 10 am-noon. Drop-in. Free.
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Early Childhood CARES
provides early intervention and early childhood special education to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in Lane County. Services are individually designed to address the needs of the young child with developmental delays or disabilities. All services are free of charge to eligible children.
Early Childhood CARES
541-346-2578
800-925-8694
1500 West 12th Ave Eugene OR 97402
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