Child, Adolescent, and Parent Support

06/12/2026

☀️ Safe & Happy Summer Series ☀️

Looking for simple, fun, and FREE ways to keep kids learning and connected this summer? The Marshalltown Public Library is full of amazing opportunities for families!

Be sure to check out the weekly Story Time on the West Lawn, where kids can enjoy stories, fresh air, and time with friends—plus a free sack lunch!

Programs like these help encourage learning, connection, imagination, and healthy routines all summer long.
Be sure to check out the activities at all of our local libraries through the summer! Thank you to all of them for creating safe and welcoming spaces for children and families in our community!

06/10/2026

06/08/2026

☀️ Safe & Happy Summer Series ☀️

Teaching kids the difference between secrets and surprises helps keep them safe!

A simple rule to remember:
👉 Surprises are temporary and fun.
👉 Secrets are meant to be kept—and safe adults don’t ask children to keep secrets.

If your child is lucky enough to attend one of Mrs. Lori’s classes at school, they’re learning this and so much more about staying safe and speaking up.

Remind your child they can always come to you, no matter what. Open, honest communication builds trust—and helps protect them.

06/05/2026

Looking for fun, engaging, and FREE activities for your kids this summer?

Check out these amazing no-cost summer opportunities through the Marshall County ISU Extension Office! From activities at local libraries and schools to fair events, there are so many ways for kids to stay active, learning, and connected all summer long.

A huge thank you to Marshall County Extension and their partners for making these opportunities available to local families!

Be sure to save this graphic and check out the Marshall County Extension website, Central Iowa Fair website, and local libraries for more info on these summer fun ideas!

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/marshall/
https://www.centraliowafairgrounds.com/central-iowa-fair/

06/04/2026

Due to scheduling conflicts and limited team registrations, we have made the decision to cancel our Pizza, Puzzles & Beer fundraiser scheduled for June 6.

Don't worry—it isn't canceled forever! We plan to reschedule for a later date and look forward to bringing together even more teams for an evening of friendly competition, pizza, and great company.

Stay tuned for a new date—we can't wait to see you there!

06/03/2026

☀️ Safe & Happy Summer Series ☀️

Summer should be a time for kids to feel free, confident, and supported—and we’re here to help make that happen. In our Safe & Happy Summer series, CAPS will be sharing simple, practical guidance to help families keep children safe, connected, and thriving all season long.

This summer, we’ll focus on:
💛 Safe adults – helping children understand who they can trust and how to ask for help
📱 Online safety – tips for navigating screens, social media, and digital boundaries
🧠 Mental & emotional safety – supporting kids’ feelings, building resilience, and creating safe spaces to talk
🎨 Family fun, learning & bonding – easy, meaningful ways to connect, learn, and make lasting memories together

Because a safe summer isn’t just about protection—it’s about connection, growth, and joy, too.
Follow along each week for tips, tools, and ideas to help every child have a safe, supported, and happy summer.

06/02/2026

Last call to register your team and join the fun THIS Saturday! Registration closes tomorrow, 6/3, at 6:00pm!

06/02/2026

Monday was a busy day for donations. Thank you to St. Francis of Assisi Church and Green Mountain United Church of Christ for your generous donations, these diapers and baby items came at just the perfect time! We could not do the work we do without the support of our community!

06/01/2026

☀️ Help Us Keep Kids Safe & Healthy This Summer! ☀️

CAPS is collecting summer essentials to help support local children and families this season! Donations of snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, outdoor toys, and other summer items can help make a big difference!

Want to help? Gather your coworkers, business, church, team, or friend group and host a collection drive or make a donation on your own!

For questions, call CAPS at 641-752-1730.

05/30/2026

💙 Champion for Children Series Wrap-Up 💙

Over the past several weeks, we’ve been proud to highlight the incredible staff and board members who make CAPS so special.

This series has been all about the people behind the mission—their passion for supporting families and their commitment to helping them succeed. Each Champion highlight shared a glimpse into the heart of CAPS and the dedication that drives this work every day.

From direct service to leadership, our staff and board play a vital role in creating a community where families and children can feel supported, empowered, and never alone.

We are so grateful for their passion and the impact they make—not just within CAPS, but throughout our entire community.

Thank you for following along, for supporting this work, and for believing in strong families and safe children.

Together, we are making a difference 💙