ACHD provides free hearing and vision screenings for children entering preschool and/or kindergarten. Screenings are by appointment only at 3255 122nd Ave., Ste. 200 in Allegan. To schedule an appointment, call (269) 673-5411.
Warm weather is here, and so are ticks! Did you know ticks can spread diseases like Lyme disease? Protect yourself and your loved ones by taking precautions when outdoors and checking yourself for ticks after coming inside.
DURING outside activity:
Use bug spray that contains DEET
Wear light-colored, protective clothing
Tuck pant legs into socks
Avoid tick habitats like brushy, wooded areas
AFTER being outside, prevent tick bites by:
Perform “tick checks” on humans and pets after being outdoors, even in your own yard.
Check clothing and remove ticks from your clothes - light-colored clothing makes ticks easier to see.
Shower soon after coming inside.
Place clothes in a dryer on high heat for at least 10 minutes to kill ticks you might have missed.
Michigan passed a new law to improve school readiness. It is now recommended that all children have a dental assessment before kindergarten or the first year of school. Learn more at https://www.mydental.org/caring-for-young-teeth-parents-allegan/
Keep Kids Health in the Water this Summer!
Locate and Learn more about local Baby Friendly Hospitals- https://www.babyfriendlyusa.org/for-parents/find-a-baby-friendly-facility/
Did you receive notice that you are no longer eligible for Medicaid? Don’t worry, you have other options for low or no-cost coverage. Learn more by visiting Michigan.gov/StayCovered or call DIFS at 877-999-6442.
Visit Celebration Cinema GR North at 11:00am or Celebration Cinema GR South June 3rd at 11:25am for a sensory-friendly showing of The Little Mermaid! $2 Off coupon- https://d2r0txsugik6oi.cloudfront.net/neon/resource/dsawm/files/2021-23-Discount-Barcode-3%20(2).pdf
Pregnancy and a new baby can bring a range of emotions. Many new moms feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or exhausted at different times during their pregnancy or after the baby is born. Don't hesitate to reach out right away for help. Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA [1-833-852-6262]
Need ideas on book titles for your child(ren) this summer? Check out WGVU's comprehensive list by themes at https://www.pbs.org/parents/read/booklists
The Children’s Museum has set aside Wednesday evening, June 14, from 4-7pm, for anyone with sensory challenges. Admission is free, but registration is required at https://www.autismsupportofkentcounty.org/events/2023/6/14/sensory-friendly-night-at-the-gr-childrens-museum
Don't forget about our Allegan County Summer Library Programs! Check out all the fun FREE activities you can do in Allegan County this summer!
Let's Talk About Summer! There are so many fun things to do in and around Allegan County, so get outside and have an adventure this summer! See you in the FALL
Don't forget to sign your child up at your local library for their FREE summer reading program. They have events for children and families all summer long. Here is a list of our Allegan County libraries- https://www.helpmegrowallegan.org/talkingisteaching
Download this 9 page activity book to keep your family busy this summer! https://www.pbs.org/parents/printables/pbs-kids-summer-activity-book
We're already thinking about Summer Reading. Here are 12 Creative Ways to Enjoy Reading this Summer with your child- https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/12-creative-ways-to-enjoy-reading-this-summer
Thank you again for attending our "Let's Talk About Summer" Play-and-Learns this month. We can't believe this is our last month of Play-and-Learns for the school year! We had the best time and we can't wait to see you again in the Fall :) Have a fun, safe Summer!
TODAY (May 24th) is Play-and-Learn Day in Fennville for children ages 0-5 years old at 11:30am at Fennville District Library! Come join the fun and take home this fun book.
TOMORROW is our Fennville (bilingual) Play-and-Learn at 11:30am for children ages 0-5 years old at the Fennville District Library! Come join the fun and take home a free book.
TODAY (May 23rd) is Play-and-Learn Day in Wayland for children ages 0-5 years old at 10:00am at Baker Elementary School! Come join the fun and take home one of these fun books.
TOMORROW is Play-and-Learn Day in Wayland at 10:00am for children ages 0-5 years old at Baker Elementary School! Come join the fun and take home a free book
