As 2018 comes to a close, we are reminded that the holiday season is not always a happy time for everyone. Families and children dealing with trauma or facing crisis often need extra support during this time. Before the year ends, we'd like to let you know that there...
For some children, a happy holiday season surrounded by love is just a dream. Last year alone, there were a total of 4.1 million child maltreatment referral reports received in the USA...and each of these 7.4 million children represents a fragile human life. As the...
Teaching Your Child How to Give Back This Holiday Season American SPCC supporter and guest blogger, Dale Vernor, shares some heartfelt ways that kids can make a big difference! For more free parenting resources, visit our LEARNING CENTER. During the holiday...
Guest contributor and American SPCC supporter, Karoline Gore explores how the power of play can empower children. For more useful advice for parents and caregivers, please visit our LEARNING CENTER. How Can Games Enhance a Child’s Learning Experience? Games have...
Join us for a free educational webinar as we discuss "Positively Reinforcing Desired Behavior" with guest speakers Von McDaniel, Director of Mental Health Services & Lindi Wade, Behavior Health Specialist, Jonesboro Public Schools. DATE: Wednesday,...
A good bargain puts a smile on your face. But giving back? That makes your heart and mind smile, too! You may have been busy catching some great Cyber Monday Deals today, so we're just stopping by to remind you: your tax-deductible gift to American SPCC on...
Join us for a free educational webinar with guest speaker Lori Poland from the The National Foundation to End Child Abuse & Neglect (EndCAN). DATE: Wednesday, November 28th, 2018 TIME: 1:00 PM Eastern/12:00 PM Central/11:00 AM Mountain/10:00 AM Pacific...
As we make preparations to spend time with family and friends this week for the holiday, we're reminded that we only have 6,570 days with our children from the time they are born until they are 18. We want to use each day wisely and make the most of it. We know this...
As the end of the year approaches, I wanted to take a moment to thank our American SPCC family for your support throughout 2018. Because of the encouragement, collaboration, and financial gifts from our amazing community, of which YOU are a part, we've reached...
What does positive parenting mean to you? Bella (age 8) shares her perspective and how she feels when her parents spend meaningful time with her.
Webinar Series - November 7th, 2018 "Establishing a Family Code of Conduct with Carol Hogue from Darkness to Light" We're talking about play dates, internet safety, sleep overs, camps, & baby sitters. How can you strengthen your family's guidelines to...
Guest contributor and psychotherapist, Daysha Phimphone shares some useful advice for parents of traumatized children. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please visit our HELP RESOURCES. Parents, your voices should be heard as well. It is...