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GREAT TIPS – Right Age to Talk to Children About Sexual Abuse Prevention –

July 14, 2015

  A young mother emailed me this question. I thought it was worth sharing. Nancy Corley, Director of Child and Family Well Being at The Alliance, was my go-to person to answer the young mother’s question. “What age is the right age to start talking to children about child sexual abuse prevention and how do …..

WAYS TO KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE ON YOUTUBE

January 23, 2017

Hey Everyone! I found a really awesome post online about keeping your kids safe while on YouTube.  I know my 5 year old daughter loves to watch surprise eggs and family challenges, but I hate when I find some of the oddest suggestions coming up she could potentially click on.  Check out this post from …..

Reading With Your Child

January 6, 2017

Educare is an Alliance program providing support to qualifying area child care providers. Educare sees first hand working with kids in the centers that reading with them at an early age makes a big difference in their development.  Read on to find out the importance of reading with your child.  “Children learn to love the …..

Boredom Busters

December 23, 2016

It’s that time of year when the kids are out of school for a long period of time and they may come to say the dreaded words “I’m Bored”.  They get so much stimulation from being at school during the day, a week off can be tough to keep them entertained all day long.  Check …..

Interview: Our NEW ED, Who is Jen Black?

December 15, 2016

INTERVIEW:  GET TO KNOW OUR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JEN BLACK! The Alliance of SWMO is excited to announce the new Executive Director, Jen Black.  With her extensive knowledge of the non-profit sector and leadership experience we welcome her to our team. Jen will start January 3, 2017. Welcome to the team Jen! Have you lived …..

DON’T MISS IT! ADDICTION CRISIS TOWN HALL MEETING

November 25, 2016

5 Tips to Keep Children Safe from Predators

October 20, 2016

5 Tips to Keep Children Safe from Predators The Alliance is always looking for ways to help our community members to always think of safety first.  Our mission is to keep children and families safe by using prevention techniques.  Here are some tips to think about and remember when teaching your child about potential predators. …..