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Family LIfe

Whether you're in the throes of raising toddlers or learning to navigate the needs of your aging parents, each stage of family life brings new challenges. We're here to help connect you with information and resources that are based on sound science and best practices. We're here to walk with you every step of the way!

Family Works

Strategies for addressing common family challenges, like managing stress and teaching responsibility

Helping Children Succeed in School

Prepare your kids of all grade levels for long-term academic success

Your New Baby

From crying to sleeping to child care, great resources for new parents

Dealing with Toddlers

Tips and techniques for getting toddlers to eat, play, and sleep

Parenting Again

Resources for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren

Parenting 24/7

Raising children and managing everyday family life

Programs We Offer

  • 4-H Youth Development
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  • Community & Economic Development
    • Community Evaluations
    • Conducting Community Surveys
    • Creating a Fundable Organization
    • Creating a Memorandum of Understanding
    • Economic Development 101
    • Framework for Urban Programming
    • Leadership Skills for Kids
    • Managing Change
    • New Approaches to Better Business
    • Organizational Evaluation Matrix
    • Partnerships for a New Economy
    • Power of Partnerships
    • Principles of Quality Leaders
    • Strategic Planning Considerations
  • Community Health
    • Anxious to Awesome
    • High School Relationships for Diverse Learners
    • Off to a Good Start Program Facilitator Training
    • Trauma-Informed Care for Teachers
  • Consumer Economics
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  • Family LIfe
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    • Learning is Timeless
  • Horticulture
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    • Cook North Suburban Master Gardeners
    • Cook South Suburban Master Gardeners
    • School Gardening Resources
      • Starting a School Garden
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  • Illinois Nutrition Education Programs
  • Local Foods & Small Farms
    • Advanced Business Analysis for Urban Farmers
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    • Master Urban Farmer Training Program
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