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September 1, 2020 Children’s Advantage’s Early Mental Health Consultation program offers consultation to early education and child care centers. They provide guidance and support to promote healthy socio-emotional development to prevent challenging behavior.  During COVID-19, they lead a mission to provide care kits to each childcare center to assist them with re-opening safely and supporting…

August 28, 2020 As we go back to school, you may wonder what support systems your child has access to in school? Many schools have case managers on staff to support students who need assistance in a variety of ways.  School Case Managers are available to facilitate student achievement, improve behavior, and help them develop…

August 24, 2020 Going back to school in the fall of 2020 is unlike any year we have ever experienced. For parents, children, and educators this has been a time of uncertainty. For teachers, there is usually a level of stress they can expect but COVID-19 has added additional challenges that test teachers’ creativity, time…

August 17, 2020 RAVENNA, Ohio (August 7, 2020) – Children’s Advantage formally opens their Family Center on 5968 New Milford Rd. Ravenna. The Family Center cost around $600,000 to acquire and renovate and was paid for with help from a $367,000 grant from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and $125,000 from…

August 13th, 2020 August 9th-15th is National Health Center Week! This year’s theme is “Lighting the Way for Healthier Communities Today and in the Future.” National Health Center Week is the time to shine a light on the strength and vitality that health centers bring to their communities and the health care system overall. We have put together…

August 10, 2020 Be a Role Model Children feel our energy about topics so parents, how is your energy?  If you are anxious, they will pick up on your anxious energy.  If you are calm, they will take on that calm energy. Model healthy lifestyle choices for coping with stress such as eating healthy, getting…

August 10, 2020 What is fidgeting?  Research has shown that fidgeting is associated with how stimulated we are. This means that fidgeting may be a great self-regulation tool that helps our attention levels regulate. Maybe you find your child, doodling during a discussion, wiggling their legs, or twirling hair – this is all considered fidgeting.  So if…

August 3, 2020 During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world may seem scarier for your little ones. Anxiety and stress can manifest in our children in a variety of ways. It may present as fear, worry, or even anger. Children oftentimes don’t fully understand these emotions and can’t regulate their anxious feelings well. Understanding anxiety According…

July 16th, 2020 The temperature in Ohio is heating up! As we spend time outdoors all summer, we must remember to stay sun-safe. The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage the skin in as little as 15 minutes and can cause sunburn, skin aging, eye damage and skin cancer, the most common of all cancers.…

July 9, 2020 Why is it important to create a strong bond with your family? Family bonding is vital to all families. When a family takes time for each other and participates in the interest of the child and other family members, this can build on stronger relationships. It makes everyone in the family feel…