Woodland Field Day 2022 Recap
ChildServe at Woodland hosted its first field day ever and it was a big success! Team members, families, volunteers, kids and teens turned out for an afternoon of fun. The event was packed with fun including ambulance tours, an ice cream truck and ponies.
It’s Time To Celebrate YOU, Mom!
Christina DeShaw, mom of three (two of whom were born with a rare heart condition), has an encouraging message for all the moms and mom-figures raising a child with special healthcare needs.
Meet Marie Porter, RN, BSN
From a CNA in high school to Long Term Care Manager, Marie Porter, RN, has been inspired by ChildServe’s mission for over 20 years.
Tips for Families on a ChildServe Waiting List
We know waiting for treatment or services can be challenging and frustrating. If you’re on a waiting list at ChildServe, check out some tips that could help make a difference for your family while you wait.
Baking With Rylee | Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Rylee loves to cook and bake for her ChildServe group home housemates and team members. Follow along as she shares her favorite fall recipe!
Kids, Secrets, & Safety
Mental Health Therapist Laura Probasco breaks down the topic of secrets: Why do kids keep them? Which ones should we ask them to share?
Safe, Adaptive Halloween Ideas | Halloween at ChildServe
Halloween fun can be accessible and safe for all kids. At ChildServe, we love helping kids with special healthcare needs enjoy Halloween.
Mental Health Concerns in Kids: Know the Signs & How to Help
ChildServe invites the families we serve to check in with their children, family and friends today with these helpful tips.
Back-to-School Anxiety? Support Your Child with These Tips
Back to school season is a hectic and stressful time for parents and children alike. Learn how your child is feeling with these helpful tips.
Healthy Attachments: The Foundation for Healthy Relationships
Healthy attachments are the foundation of healthy relationships. Use these easy tips to help your child build healthy attachments.
A Parent Guide to Group Homes: SCL or ICF-ID?
Learn more about the ChildServe group homes and how they help kids and young adults live a great life!
Goal-setting for a Great Life
As a parent of a child with special healthcare needs, self care is a challenge. Read our six steps to help yourself live a great life.
ChildServe CEO: When Times Are Hard
When the light at the end of the tunnel seems to grow dimmer, start with three simple steps.
Virtual Learning: Set Your Child Up for Success
Many kids are attending school virtually this year for the first time. Our experts are ready to help them thrive in this new setting.
How Movement Helps Kids Learn
Use these tips to help your child stay engaged in the classroom this year, whether they are in school or at home.
Leading the Way Forward
ChildServe at the National Pediatric Complex Care Association Conference
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