Hello Project ABC Families,
Happy New Year!
We’re welcoming January with open arms and are thrilled to bring you the playgroups you know and love, along with two exciting new additions! Each month, we’ll be offering a Parent Education Zoom call and a Music and Movement group, led by our new specialist, Sally Sweitzer of Healing Solutions LLC. With her extensive experience working with young children and families, Sally will provide valuable insights and fun, interactive sessions for the whole family.
To help us continue improving, we invite you to fill out our quarterly feedback survey here. Your input ensures we provide the best possible programming for you and your family.
We’re also excited to announce our Generations Ball, coming in late February—stay tuned for more details! As always, if you need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you!
Ashleigh O'Halloran
Project ABC Director
CFCE Coordinator
MetroWest YMCA
508-665-1266
Parenting With Purpose
Raising children isn't a one-size-fits-all journey, and as caregivers, we often hear conflicting advice on the "best" practices. That's why we’re hosting our Parenting with a Purpose Zoom calls each month to provide accessible, bite-sized education on child development. These sessions are designed to empower you as your child's first and most important teacher, with practical tips, insights, and the opportunity for questions. Join other families and learn in a space designed specifically for families with young children.
Our expert, Sally Sweitzer, founder of Healing Solutions LLC, brings years of experience in supporting families and young children, ensuring a meaningful and supportive experience.
Registration required
How CFCE supports families
There are over 80 CFCE programs across the state, and in total, the CFCE network provides services to 350 cities and towns in Massachusetts.
The CFCE network helps to promote and support:
- Parent education and family engagement
- Early literacy and child development
- Collaboration between local early education and care partners
- Transitions between early education and care settings, home and school
- High-quality programs and service delivery
Learn more at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/coordinated-family-and-community-engagement-cfce-network
Music and Movement with Miss Sally
Join us for our newly redesigned, monthly Music and Movement Group! This exciting program will rotate bimonthly between our Hopkinton and Natick locations, offering a fun and engaging way for your whole family to connect through music. We invite children ages 2.5 and older, along with siblings and caregivers, to join in the fun with songs, instruments, dancing, and more!
Music and movement are not only enjoyable but also incredibly beneficial for young children's development. Research shows that music helps build crucial cognitive, social, and emotional skills while enhancing motor coordination. It supports language development, increases literacy skills, and boosts creativity. This playgroup encourages physical development, coordination, and self-expression. Our Music and Movement Group is more than just fun—it's an opportunity to promote your child's development while bonding with other families. We can’t wait to see you dance, sing, and groove with us!
Meet Miss Sally!
A seasoned therapist, educator, and coach with over 30 year’s experience in the field of Mental Health and Wellness, and the founder of Healing Solutions LLC. Sally Sweitzer joins us as a parent education and music specialist.
Through her extensive experience working with children and families, Sally will be brining two new monthly experiences for families in our service area. We are so excited to have Sally joining us!
ASQ/Developmental Screening
Are you curious about your child's development? Are you worried your child may be behind in certain areas due to COVID-19, like speech, physical ability, social skills, and/or problem-solving skills?
The Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) is designed to help families gain a snapshot of their child's development and address any potential areas of growth. Click the icon to learn more!
Warm Heart Parenting
In-home Pediatric Physical Therapy and Craniosacral Fascial Therapy for families located in Suffolk, MetroWest and Norfolk County.
Rebecca Turkel is a licensed Physical Therapist, Certified Early Intervention Specialist, Certified Craniosacral Fascial Therapist, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, Certified in Neonatal Behavior Observation, Integrative Breastfeeding Educator and Energy Healer.
she is committed to helping families through a non-judgmental, individualized approach.
508-202-0702
Learn more at https://www.warmheartparenting.com/
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
The Department of Early Education and Care's mission is to support the healthy growth and development of all children by providing high quality programs and resources for families and communities.
Project ABC is an EEC grant funded program serving families in Ashland, Holliston, Hopkinton, and Natick
Learn More about the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant
