Talking to the doctor is the first step toward getting help for your child if you are concerned about his or her development (how your child plays, learns, speaks, acts, or moves). Don’t wait. Acting early can make a real difference!

Children’s Institute partnered with the Regional Educational Laboratory Northwest (REL NW) to collect existing, readily accessible resources on evidence-based literacy practices for children ages birth through grade 3.

Pollywog is seeking parenting bloggers living and raising children in Linn, Benton, or Lincoln Counties, Oregon, to write original posts for our Parent Voice blog.

Practice your Spanish language skills, with a focus on vocabulary for those who provide care to families.

National Night Out events forge active crime prevention efforts in neighborhoods, strengthen community – police partnerships, and develop better social and communication ties among neighbors. It’s a fun – filled community event with music, vendors, and more.

A simple and free way to be ready for wildfires and other emergencies is to stay informed. Sign up for local emergency alerts to receive life-saving notifications when disaster strikes.

Join FACT for a four (4) session learning series to help family members to: Learn about the importance of data; Participate in important data discussions that impact children with disabilities and their families; Create positive change at the local and state level.

Adult Mental Health First Aid is an entry-level training that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.

Summer EBT is a new grocery benefits program that starts this summer. It helps families buy food for their school-aged children during summer when school is out.

The Early Learning Hub of Linn, Benton & Lincoln Counties, in the Family Resources and Education Center at Linn-Benton Community College, has released the 2024 edition of our Regional Data Book. It provides the most current and comprehensive picture of the status and well-being of children in our region.