Children & Family Resource Center

06/09/2026

One day, they're asking you to tie their shoes, and the next, they want to start a Tiktok. 📲

The tween years can bring a lot of changes for kids and caregivers! Our free Parents Matter! discussion for parents of 9-12-year-olds will talk about supporting self-esteem and helping tweens navigate social media. We'll have dinner and childcare waiting for you! ❤️

Email Gina Baxter at [email protected] to sign up today!

06/07/2026

Every child deserves to walk into the first day of school feeling ready and confident. We are collecting clothing for local kids in kindergarten through 5th grade, and we would love your help making that happen for families right here in Henderson County. 🍎
Most needed right now:

Boys large & XL tops and bottoms
Sneakers (sizes 12 kids – 10 adult)
New underwear and socks (all sizes)

We can use anything and everything. Shirts, pants, shoes, and more for K–5th grade. New or gently used clothing is always welcome.
Drop off Monday–Friday 9–3 at either location:

310 Freeman St (IAM Offices)
119 Jack St (IAM Thrift Store)

06/06/2026

Wondering how to help your tween build confidence in an online world?

Join us on Thursday, June 18th, for a night where Parents Matter! Connect with other caregivers as we discuss building self-esteem, navigating social media, and supporting tweens through this important stage of life.

Ready to register? Email Gina Baxter at [email protected] to save your seat!

06/05/2026

This year’s golf tournament is in the books. We raised $25k to benefit the programs at Children & Family Resource Center!! Thanks to all who made the day such a success!

06/05/2026

Thank you to Governor Stein for proclaiming June 2026 as Whole Child Health and Well-Being Month in North Carolina.

This milestone reflects the advocacy and leadership of the Decade of the Child team, an initiative of the National Prevention Science Coalition to Improve Lives (NPSC), which has worked at both the state and federal levels to advance policies and investments that support children's health, well-being, and lifelong success.

It takes all of us to continue building the positive experiences, strong relationships, and supportive communities that help all children thrive. https://www.npscoalition.org/post/north-carolina-proclaims-june-2026-as-whole-child-health-and-well-being-month

06/03/2026

Got a tween? This one's for you! 😉
Meet with other caregivers of 9-12-year-olds for a free Parents Matter! discussion to chat about supporting kids with self-esteem and social media. Free dinner and childcare provided! Connect, share experiences, and learn practical strategies in a welcoming environment.

Email Gina at [email protected] to register today!

06/02/2026

The model reduces costs for child care providers, who struggle to make ends meet, and offers new options for rural communities.

06/02/2026

Early Education Workforce Development Substitute Teacher Cohort
Hendersonville • Starting This Fall — Register Now
Are you interested in working in early childhood education? The Early Education Workforce Development Program is a great opportunity to begin a career supporting young children and families.
Program Requirements
Participants must:
• Have a GED or high school diploma
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
What Participants Receive
Participants will complete 24 hours of FREE training and meet once a week, including training in:
• Developmentally appropriate practices
• Supervision and safety
• ITS/SIDS training
• CPR and First Aid
• Trauma and resiliency
• And more
Additional benefits include:
• Free child care during trainings
• All required North Carolina paperwork to work in a licensed facility
• A $421 stipend upon completion of training
• Onboarding as a substitute teacher working with children ages birth–5
• Living wage pay
• Enrollment at Blue Ridge Community College to earn an Early Childhood Credential
• Tuition fully paid
• Assistance finding employment after credential completion
Interested?
Contact Kim Guice
📞 828-698-0674 ext. 101
✉️ [email protected]
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Programa de Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral en Educación Temprana
Cohorte de Maestros Sustitutos
Hendersonville • Comenzando este otoño — ¡Inscríbete ahora!
¿Está interesado(a) en trabajar en educación infantil temprana? El Programa de Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral en Educación Temprana es una gran oportunidad para comenzar una carrera apoyando a niños pequeños y sus familias.
Requisitos del Programa
Los participantes deben:
• Tener un GED o diploma de escuela secundaria
• Estar legalmente autorizados para trabajar en los Estados Unidos
Lo Que Reciben los Participantes
Los participantes completarán 24 horas de capacitación GRATUITA y se reunirán una vez por semana, incluyendo capacitación en:
• Prácticas apropiadas para el desarrollo infantil
• Supervisión y seguridad
• Capacitación ITS/SIDS
• CPR y Primeros Auxilios
• Trauma y resiliencia
• Y más
Beneficios Adicionales
• Cuidado infantil gratuito durante las capacitaciones
• Toda la documentación requerida en Carolina del Norte para trabajar en un centro con licencia
• Un estipendio de $421 al completar la capacitación
• Integración como maestro(a) sustituto(a) trabajando con niños desde recién nacidos hasta los 5 años
• Salario digno
• Inscripción en Blue Ridge Community College para obtener una Credencial en Educación Infantil Temprana
• Matrícula totalmente pagada
• Ayuda para encontrar empleo después de completar la credencial
¿Interesado(a)?
Comuníquese con Kim Guice
📞 828-698-0674 ext. 101
✉️ [email protected]

06/01/2026

From our family to yours.. ❤️

05/28/2026

Congrats to our own Whitney Rathburn Crouse for completing this year's Vision Henderson County class.

Blue Ridge Community College and the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce are proud to celebrate the graduation of the 2025–2026 Vision Henderson County class. Thirty-one local professionals completed the leadership development program during a graduation ceremony held Thursday, May 14, 2026.

Read more: https://www.blueridge.edu/2026/05/27/vision-2026-graduation/