Happy Fall! We are looking forward to celebrating Halloween and connecting with families during our office hours, Halloween in the Village and the Preschool Showcase.
Domestic violence (DV) is a pattern of coercive, controlling behavior that includes different types of abuse (emotional, psychological, physical, financial, sexual or litigation). DV incidents are rising and can impact anyone. Survivors who received services from the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence organizations increased from 37,223 in the fiscal year 2020 to 38,989 in 2021. The impact of intimate partner violence (IPV) on children is also a great concern, with 17.9% of children of all ages having been exposed to physical IPV in their lifetime. Note that this does not include any arguments or yelling that may be witnessed or overheard by the child.
If you are concerned about an abusive situation, call or text Safe Connect Connecticut at (888) 774-2900.
This 24/7 statewide domestic violence hotline that covers 18 member programs, including the Prudence Crandall Center, will receive the calls, do a thorough assessment of needs, emotional support, safety planning, and options. Then, depending on what the clients are searching for, they may provide help obtaining counseling/support groups, shelter, housing assistance, basic needs. According to the Prudence Crandall Center, they serve over 10,000 adults and children each year throughout the state, including residents from Southington.
For emergency abuse or domestic violence concerns, contact the Southington Police Department by calling or texting 911. More domestic violence and mental health resources can be found on our website.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that an annual average of 3,200 Halloween-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.
- 55% were related to pumpkin carving;
- 25% were due to falls while putting up or taking down decorations, tripping on costumes or walking while trick-or-treating;
- 20% of the injuries included lacerations, ingestions and other injuries associated with costumes, pumpkins or decorations, and allergic reactions or rashes.
Have a spooky and safe Halloween with these safety tips;
- Carry glow sticks or flashlights and use reflective tape or stickers to increase visibility.
- Wear well-fitting costumes to prevent tripping. Choose face paint over masks so as not to obstruct your child’s vision.
- Accompany children under 12. Hold hands and look both ways before crossing the street.
- Inspect candy before letting your child eat it. Throw away candy and treats that are already open or appear to be tampered with.
- Have a plan for if your child gets lost or separated from you (i.e., a meeting spot, emergency contact information on them, etc.).
- If your child has food allergies, make sure they are aware of what types of treats they can and cannot have. You can find houses and events on the Teal Pumpkin Project Map for locations that are giving out non-food treats. Need ideas for non-food treats? Find ideas here.
This month we are celebrating our 19th anniversary with The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain! Thank you to the CFGNB, the community of Southington and all our funders for your support. Without you, the work the ECCS does to support the town's youngest citizens would not be possible.
Learn more about the ECCS's history at https://www.southingtonearlychildhood.org/about-us/history-eccs/.
October 21st - ECCS Office Hours - 4 pm to 6 pm at 35 North Main Street, Suite 3A-8
October 23rd - ECCS Library Office Hours - 9 am to 12 pm at Southington Public Library in the Children's Department
October 26th - Halloween in the Village - 4 pm to 8 pm at the Center of Plantsville.n The ECCS will be located in the firehouse of SFD Engine Company 2.
November 8th - Preschool Showcase - 9:30 to 12 pm at the Southington Public Library. The ECCS, along with many of the nursery schools and preschool centers in town, will have a display. If you have children who will be starting preschool in the next year or two, stop by and visit us; no registration is necessary. Children are welcome to attend, there will be a craft activity for them. The Southington Lions Club will have their free KidSight eye screening at this event for children of all ages.
November 12th - ECCS Library Office Hours - 9 am to 12 pm at Southington Public Library in the Children's Department
For more details, visit www.southingtonearlychildhood.org/events/ or follow us on our social media.
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