Dear Jessica,


We want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our fall Business Series graduates! Your dedication to expanding your businesses and offering quality, home-based care to the children in your area is truly inspiring. As a community, we take great joy in recognizing and celebrating the milestones you’ve achieved.


Our 10-week Business Series provides valuable resources and insights to support educators in developing essential tools for successfully growing your home-based businesses. If you’re interested in learning more or joining the next Business Series, please reach out to Lorena at 203-309-6951 or email lorena@allourkin.org.


We look forward to supporting you on your ongoing journey of growth and success!


Warm regards,


The All Our Kin Team

Workshops & Events

Virtual

Mandated Reporter Training with DCF



As mandated reporters, family child care educators are required to stay updated on training requirements. Join a virtual session facilitated by the staff at the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF) on Monday, Dec. 4, to learn your rights and responsibilities. There will be dedicated time for any questions you may have.


Participants will receive 1.5 hours of professional development.

SIGN UP NOW

Virtual

Peer Support Group



Join us on Tuesday, December 12 for a Peer Support Group, led by Mental Health Consultant, Rebecca Lerer. This session will offer educators crucial emotional and social support as they navigate the complexities of working with children and families dealing with unique challenges. During this gathering, you can expect to:


  • Give and receive mutual support with other AOK educators
  • Share and listen to individual educator experiences
  • Explore stress management strategies
REGISTER HERE

In-Person

Multicultural Galas



Join us for our spectacular end-of-year galas in Stamford and Bridgeport, where we'll come together to celebrate the rich diversity within our community! We invite you to bring a dish from your native country, along with a brief description.


Lets' unite to enjoy an evening of music and delectable dishes, creating memorable moments together.

REGISTER HERE FOR STAMFORD
REGISTER HERE FOR BRIDGEPORT

Resources

Open Enrollment

Access Health Connecticut



Explore your health insurance options with Access Health Connecticut (AHCT), Connecticut's official health insurance marketplace. AHCT provides a variety of quality and affordable health and dental insurance plans from multiple insurance partners for both residents and employers.


To ensure coverage starting on January 1, 2024, don't forget to complete your application by December 15, 2023.


Enrollment is easy:


  • Apply online at AccessHealthCT.com.
  • Call Support team at 1-855-805-4325.
  • Attend an enrollment fair or visit an enrollment location for in-person assistance.
LEARN MORE

Hiring

Network Development Strategist



All Our Kin is seeking an organized and skilled strategist to join our Technical Assistance team! This role involves collaborating with partners across the country to support the growth of staffed family child care networks.


Interested? Please submit cover letter and resume to hr@allourkin.org

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Take Action

Stakeholder Meeting

Help Shape the ECE Landscape!


Join Child Care for Connecticut's Future for their monthly stakeholder meeting on Wednesday, December 20 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. on Zoom. This will be an opportunity to hear about the child care landscape in Connecticut and how you can help shape our ECE system for the better!

CLICK HERE

Contact:

Bridgeport: Bridgeport@allourkin.org; 203-392-4574

New Haven: NewHaven@allourkin.org; 203-301-8473

Stamford/Norwalk: StamfordNorwalk@allourkin.org; 203-690-9726  


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