Family Resource Center

Do you have questions about your child’s Development? Would you like to know how you could support your child’s development and know what they will be doing next? The FRC offers free developmental screenings! Screenings are offered at the FRC at Gilead Hill, or your home, based on your preference.

These screenings are for children ages 4 months to 48 months, using the Ages and Stages questionnaire. Through playing with your child and speaking to you, we will look at your child’s development in the areas of language, fine and gross motor skills, social/emotional, and problem solving. We can offer feedback to parents or caregivers and suggestions to further your child’s development. The screening takes about an hour, and is confidential.

If you would like your child to be screened, or have any questions, please contact:

• Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org
• Laura Beeler at laurab@ahmyouth.org

Sparkler is a FREE mobile app for CT families that helps parents support their children’s growth from 0-5. Please see attached flyer for instructions to sign up!

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First Steps in Music Class takes place in our AHM building at 25 Pendleton Drive, Hebron, with instructor Mallory Kokus!

Our 9:30am class is currently at enrollment capacity!

TIME: 9:30 am – 10:15 am or 10:45 – 11:30 am

• Wednesdays: 9/21, 9/28,10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, and 11/2, 11/9. Make-up (if needed) on 11/16

Cost: $125.00 per family for 8 sessions

If you have any questions, please contact Becky Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org.

The AHM Family Resource Center offers home visits for families living in Andover, Hebron, or Marlborough and Columbia with a child between the ages of birth and five. We utilize curriculum from the National Parents as Teachers program.

Home Visits provide families with information about child development through observation, activities, talking to parents, and play. The curriculum, which is tailored to the age and developmental stage of each child, helps parents understand their child’s behavior, what to expect next, and gives parents strategies for challenges they are facing in parenting.

Visits are offered at the FRC at Gilead Hill, or your home, based on your preference.

For more information, please contact:

• Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org
• Laura Beeler at laurab@ahmyouth.org

Messy Hands Sensory Play program takes place at Gilead Hill School in our Family Resource Center!

*There will not be a Fall Messy Hands session. Please check back for updates on our next class!

Dates: TBD

Time: TBD

Cost: $45.00 per family

Age: Children 18 months – 5 years old plus parent or caregiver

Sensory play allows children to engage their five senses by exploring different textures. In this group, children will get the chance to explore a variety of different messy materials in a relaxed setting while creating,  constructing, and exploring! Materials may include: Fingerpaint, playdough, slime, water play,  shaving cream, & other substances. Please come dressed in VERY casual clothing, smocks will be provided!

For more information, please contact:

• Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org
• Laura Beeler at 860-228-0871 or  laurab@ahmyouth.org

Information on Child Development and Parenting will also be available!

*This class is at enrollment capacity.

Join us for a Parenting Workshop with Dr. Debbie Farr!

Want to learn some new techniques for parenting and get some extra support? This program can help! Learn 14 research-based strategies for enriching your relationship with your children through positive parenting. This class is appropriate for parents with children of all ages.

ENRICH Your Relationship With Your Child!

Topics to be covered include: using encouragement, naming emotions, reasoning, involvement, communication and humor.

Dates: 9/22, 9/29 & 10/6

Time: 7:30-8:30 pm via ZOOM

Cost: FREE REGISTRATION! *Due to grant funding this program is free and includes the ENRICH book.

Dr. Debbie Kruenegel-Farr is a passionate parent coach, consultant, and educator. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Research with an emphasis in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of North Texas. Dr. Debbie is the founder of Flourishing Families and has extensive experience working with families with children of all ages all over the U.S.

For more information, please see: https://familynh.com/about-us/

Questions? Please contact: Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org

Join us for Play & Learn Groups held at our Family Resource Center at Gilead Hill School!

*Our Thursday class is at enrollment capacity!

This program is for parents and caregivers from Andover, Hebron, Marlborough, or Columbia, and children age birth-5 and will include:

• Activities including crafts, activities, and circle time!
• Information on child development and parenting topics
• A chance to meet other parents and children!
• Free Developmental Screenings for all enrolled children

Mondays: 9:30-10:45 am 9/12/22-12/19/22. No group on 10/10 (Columbus Day).

Thursdays: 10:00-11:15 am 9/15-12/22. No group on 11/24 (Thanksgiving). *this class is filled.

Cost: $100 per Family for 14 sessions

• Please enter the Gilead Hill Building through the front door and get buzzed in.
• The first time you attend, please bring your license.  
• Snack provided

For more information, please contact:

• Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org
• Laura Beeler at laurab@ahmyouth.org

*This session is currently at enrollment capacity! If you would like to be placed on a waitlist, please contact Becky Murray at BeckyM@ahmyouth.org.

Join us for Play & Learn Groups held outside at Veterans Memorial Park!

This program is for parents and caregivers from Andover, Hebron, Marlborough, or Columbia, and children age birth-5 and will include:

• Enjoy the playground equipment, crafts, and circle time!
• Information on child development and parenting topics
• A chance to meet other parents and children!
• Free Developmental Screenings for all enrolled children

Time: 10:30-11:30 am

Dates: Fridays 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21. Makeup 10/28, 11/4 if needed.

Cost: $40 per Family, for 6 sessions

Families will meet at Veteran’s Memorial Park.

For more information, please contact:

• Rebecca Murray at 860-228-0871 or email BeckyM@ahmyouth.org
• Laura Beeler at laurab@ahmyouth.org

AHM’s Family Resource Center has a Staffed Child Care Network which provides free services to Home-Based Early Care providers. These include ongoing support and referrals to many resources.

• Administering Medication Class, CPR
• CT Staffed Family Child Care Networks
• Hebron Hub Family Child Care Network Meeting Schedule
• FCC Strengthening Business Practices in Your Family Child Care Business _ Online Class
• Map listing of the FCC Networks: https://www.ctoec.org/program-and-improvement-supports/staffed-family-child-care-networks/
• Book Lending library – Children’s Books
• Book Lending library – Adult Books

For more information, please contact Becky Murray at BeckyM@ahmyouth.org.

As part of a grant received from the State Department of Education and Office of Early childhood, AHM’s Family Resource Center staff were able to purchase books to be part of a lending library for families, daycare providers, and parents. We are so grateful that we were able to purchase these books, and offer this valuable resource to the communities we serve! Pictured: Jahnna Sieckowski, Family Resource Center Associate.

Visit our adult & children’s library links on the right!