Healthy Families Broome- PACT

08/14/2026

It was wonderful connecting with families and colleagues at the WIC event today! Thank you to everyone who stopped by and helped make the day so meaningful.

08/04/2026

We want to hear from you! The Four County Library System and the Binghamton Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders are seeking input from individuals with communication differences and/or caregivers and providers about their experiences using public libraries.

Who is this survey for?
-Individuals with communication differences, for example, autism, Down's syndrome, stroke, cerebral palsy, TBI, dementia
-Parents or caregivers for individuals with communication differences
-Providers who work with individuals with communication differences

Please visit https://tinyurl.com/4CLSlibrarysurvey or scan the QR code to fill out our short survey by August 30, 2026.

07/14/2026

07/13/2026

Thanks to Excellus BCBS, all can enjoy FREE admission to The Discovery Center AND the Ross Park Zoo on Saturday, August 1!

07/02/2026

07/01/2026

Here’s a ready-to-use social media post:

🚗☀️ **Look Before You Lock** ☀️🚗

Make it a habit to check your entire vehicle — especially the **back seat** — before locking the doors and walking away.

Over **50% of pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths** happen when a parent or caregiver unintentionally forgets a child in the car.

💡 **Simple reminders can save lives:**
✔️ Place a personal item (purse, briefcase, phone) in the back seat
✔️ Put a stuffed animal or note in the front seat as a visual cue
✔️ Always double-check before you walk away

A quick glance can make all the difference. 💛

06/30/2026

Stay safe and cool, everyone! Broome County has cooling centers available this week, and free transit is being offered this Tuesday-Friday to help you get there. Check out the information and link below to find a location near you.

It's hot this week! Cool off in air conditioned spaces for a few hours a day to reduce your risk of heat-related illness. If you do not have access to an air conditioned space, consider checking out a Broome County Cooling Center.

Need a ride? Broome County Transit will be providing no-cost rides to cooling centers Tuesday-Friday this week.

For more information about cooling centers and to find one near you, visit https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/.

06/25/2026

06/16/2026

The Upstate New York Poison Control Center is an incredible resource for families and our community. For training information, visit the link below. And don’t forget to add their number to your contacts: 1‑800‑222‑1222. You never know when you might need it!

Questions about a poison exposure? Don't wait, call us!

☎️ 1-800-222-1222
✅ Free
✅ Confidential
✅ Expert help 24/7, 365 days a year

Interested in poison prevention education? Email [email protected] for help!

05/07/2026

Sharing this helpful information from the Academy of Pediatrics for . Small, everyday steps can make a meaningful difference in supporting your child's mental and emotional health.

May is . Here are some tips for parents to help nurture your child's mental & emotional well-being:

1. Acknowledge and accept that every child is different and unique. Some are more reserved and shy, while others are outgoing and expressive. These ingrown traits should be celebrated—in fact, they are all quite helpful in different situations.

2. Provide trust and understanding. Kids need to feel safe sharing their thoughts and experiences with you. Knowing you will listen without shaming, blaming or judging shows that you're in their corner, no matter what.

3. Help kids get sleep. Growing bodies and brains need lots of rest! Explain to teenagers why sleep is important for their mind and body to work well.

4. Share meals together. Eating together gives your child a sense of closeness and belonging. Hearing about their experiences at the family table keeps you in touch with their daily lives.

5. Model healthy media use. Creating a family media plan that sets expectations and rules around devices, content, safety, privacy, kindness and more is an essential step.

For a full list of tips, read our new article: https://bit.ly/4tmHdjb