by Kristen Minichello | Feb 14, 2024 | Blog, Events
Preventing child abuse is a community effort and there are many ways to get involved. The Community Pinwheel Walk is a great way to raise awareness about child abuse prevention and show solidarity with survivors of abuse. During the Pinwheel Walk on Sunday, April 14,...
by Kristen Minichello | Feb 12, 2024 | Blog
Sponsor A Garden Support Child Abuse Prevention in Medina County with Pinwheel Gardens It is a sure sign of spring when Pinwheel Gardens sprout up across Medina County sharing our vision of breaking the cycle of abuse and building resilient families. April is...
by Kristen Minichello | Jan 10, 2024 | Blog, Get Involved
This month we are spotlighting one of our Medina County Coalition Against Human Trafficking members, Carol Thombs. Carol is a liaison to the Coalition for the Medina Chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and the President of the Medina...
by Kristen Minichello | Dec 14, 2023 | Blog, Get Involved
This month we are spotlighting one of our Board Members, Ron Stollar. Ron is retiring at the end of the year from his position as the Superintendent of the Medina County Juvenile Detention Center. Ron is a strong advocate for vulnerable youth in Medina County. He has...
by Kristen Minichello | Oct 18, 2023 | Blog
This month we are spotlighting one of our Mental Health Partners on our Multi-Disciplinary Team, Melissa Romain with OhioGuidestone. Melissa has been instrumental in bringing the Medina Youth Resiliency and Counseling Center to Medina. The one-of-a-kind center for...
by Kristen Minichello | Sep 13, 2023 | Blog
This month we are spotlighting our Outreach Coordinator, Kristen Minichello. Kristen joined The Children’s Center in 2017. She is responsible for The Center’s communication pieces. She writes grants and also coordinates registration, sponsor recognition, and marketing...
by Kristen Minichello | Sep 13, 2023 | Blog
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people 10 to 24 years old. Families need to know the warning signs and be ready to help their children. Know that it’s OK to ask about suicide. If you are concerned about your child, ask them...
by Kristen Minichello | Aug 9, 2023 | Blog
Preventing and Responding to Child Abuse as a Teacher, Coach, or Troop Leader Child safety is paramount in any educational or recreational setting. As a teacher, coach, or troop leader, you play a vital role in creating safe and nurturing environments for children....
by Kristen Minichello | Aug 8, 2023 | Blog
This month we are spotlighting one of our outgoing Board Members. After serving on the Board of Directors for the past six years, Joe Chubb’s term ended in June. When he brought in a pizza lunch for the staff recently, we had the opportunity to learn about his passion...
by Kristen Minichello | Jul 18, 2023 | Blog
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership that will support children receiving the services needed to heal from abuse and neglect in Medina County. Introducing The Giving Place, a new resale shop where purchases and donations will benefit The Children’s...
by Kristen Minichello | Jul 10, 2023 | Blog, Events
Friday, November 10, 2023 from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Blue Heron Event Center The event will be at Blue Heron Event Center on Friday, November 10 with the Silent Auction, Cash Bar, Gourmet Slider Bar, and Music beginning at 5:30 PM. The Live Auction will begin at...
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