Free PPE distribution to child care providers
On Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 5-7 pm, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was distributed to 20 child care businesses that serve Rochester’s children.
Continue readingIn response to Wednesday's events at the U.S. Capitol
Like many, we watched Wednesday’s event at the United States Capitol knowing our children were also watching, listening, and learning. In this darkness, we want to share ways we as adults can do better by demonstrating to children and youth that …
Continue readingHoliday Toy Drive 2020
Help make the holidays brighter for the schools and childcare centers that we support!
Continue readingEarl Greene promoted to leadership role
Children’s Institute (CI) is pleased to announce the promotion of Earl Greene, MA, CAMS-1/Fellow, ACT Certified Trainer, who will expand his current role conducting behavior supports for children at Children's Institute.
Continue readingWelcome to our new Intern, Elise Hoffman
My name is Elise Hoffman and I’m from Buffalo, New York. I’m a junior social work major at Nazareth College.
Continue readingWelcome to our new Intern, Elizabeth Kausch
My name is Elizabeth Kausch and I have chosen to do my undergraduate internship at the Children’s Institute this fall. I am in my senior year at SUNY Brockport; majoring in Psychology.
Continue readingA message to our community
Children's Institute stands with our community as we in Rochester and across our country face the tragic consequences of violence arising from ongoing structural racism.
Continue readingWelcome to our new Intern, Falastin Ibrahim
My name is Falastin Ibrahim. I was born and raised in Rochester, New York. I am a junior at Nazareth college; majoring in social work with a minor in child and family development.
Continue readingNew Children's Institute Racial and Social Justice Resources
Anti-racism is central to a mission to support children's wellbeing, including their social and emotional development; Children’s Institute is committed to placing it there.
Continue readingWhat happens when you don’t get to say good-bye?
Everyone at Children’s Institute was saddened to learn about the unexpected passing of David Carsel on July 16th. David worked for Children Awaiting Parents whose offices are within Children’s Institute’s space.
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