April 5th is Wear Blue Day! Please join us in showing support for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Choose your outfit and start a conversation in your home, place of work, school, worship and community! If you are a community partner who would like a pinwheel garden to display in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month, please email director@capeace.org! We also have a few gardens available for individuals at a nominal cost. Safe Sleep Awareness |
Infant Safe sleepThe CAPE Council encourages infant safe sleep for your baby or any baby in your care by donating infant safe sleep sacks to every baby born at McLaren Northern Michigan and Munson Charlevoix, including education for parents and caregivers. Follow these tips for safe sleep during every nap and night-time routine:
| Pinwheels for PreventionThe pinwheel is the national symbol for the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Throughout the month of April, the CAPE Council plants pinwheel gardens to raise awareness about the importance of healthy child development. Schools and organizations with pinwheel gardens are our partners in providing the healthy and happy childhoods and bright futures that all children deserve! If you would like to purchase a yard sign and Pinwheel set to display in your yard for the month of April please email Lisa at: director@CAPEace.org or call 231-675-5047 Limited Quantity Available! | 2024 Champion 4 kids champions for childrenSuper Heroes live among us and you might know one! Each year the CAPE Council recognizes individuals or groups in our community who go above and beyond to make positive changes in the lives of children, in our Counties served. "Champion for Kids" recipients receive a token of our appreciation on behalf of the entire community. Nominations are due April 1st. Nominate a Champion today by clicking the 2024 Champion 4 Kids line at the top of this column! ` |