by Kristen Minichello | Jan 8, 2026 | Blog, Get Involved
Register Joyful, carefree childhoods are something we all want for children—and something our community is actively working toward together. Preventing child abuse begins with connection, support, and time spent as families and neighbors. The Community Pinwheel Walk...
by Kristen Minichello | Dec 10, 2025 | Blog, Get Involved
This month, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on Renee Hawke, who has served on The Children’s Center Board of Directors since 2020. As Board Treasurer, Renee has been instrumental in guiding our financial sustainability efforts, including establishing an endowment...
by Kristen Minichello | Nov 20, 2025 | Events
Thank You for Making Healing Hearts 2025 a Night of Hope & Inspiration On November 7, our community came together at Blue Heron Brewery & Event Center for an unforgettable evening of generosity, connection, and purpose. Because of you, Healing Hearts is bringing...
by Kristen Minichello | Oct 9, 2025 | Blog
This month, we’re shining a spotlight on Missy Pipa, a dedicated nurse with the Medina County Health Department. Missy provides compassionate medical assessments for children receiving services through the Child Advocacy Center, ensuring every child receives the care...
by Kristen Minichello | Sep 10, 2025 | Blog
This month, we are spotlighting Cully Krause, our Canine Advocate, who joined The Children’s Center’s team in December of 2021. Cully was trained by Leader Dogs for the Blind, but when she showed a clear preference for life without a harness, she...
by Kristen Minichello | Aug 12, 2025 | Blog
This month, we are spotlighting Erin Grohe, who joined The Children’s Center’s team in July as the Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program Director. Erin brings a wealth of experience from her work with CASA of Portage County, where she witnessed...
by Kristen Minichello | Jun 5, 2025 | Blog, Get Involved
This month, we are spotlighting Chief Edward R. Kinney. For nearly three decades, Chief Edward R. Kinney has dedicated his career to protecting and serving the Medina community—first as a patrol officer and now as Chief of Police. His commitment to public safety is...
by Kristen Minichello | Jun 4, 2025 | Blog
At The Children’s Center of Medina County, we believe every child deserves to grow up in an environment where they feel safe, seen, and celebrated—just as they are. For LGBTQ+ youth, having even one trusted adult can make a life-saving difference. This Pride Month, we...
by Kristen Minichello | May 13, 2025 | Blog, Get Involved
Be the Village: A Foster Parent’s Perspective on Protecting Kids Each April, The Children’s Center of Medina County brings the community together for our annual Community Pinwheel Walk during Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, stand in...
by Kristen Minichello | May 13, 2025 | Blog, Events
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 BLUE HERON BREWERY AND EVENT CENTER3227 BLUE HERON TRACE • MEDINA OH 44256 Healing Hearts Registration Update At this time, we are not accepting new registrations for Healing Hearts – An Evening of Hope & Inspiration while we...
by Kristen Minichello | May 13, 2025 | Blog, Get Involved
This month, we are spotlighting Layne Hedden, a tireless advocate for foster children and a valued partner in our mission to protect and support all children in our community. As the Foster Parent Recruiter and Mentor for Medina County JFS, Layne educates the...
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