Stages & Ages - Teens & Beyond
Building Strong Family Wellness Habits This Winter
Winter offers a unique opportunity for families to reset habits and create healthy rhythms.
Winter Safety & Outdoor Play: Keeping Kids Safe While Having Fun
Winter play brings joy including sledding, snowmen, and crunchy steps in fresh snow. But cold weather also brings risks.
Managing Mood & Mental Health in the Winter Months
Winter can be emotionally challenging for families. Shorter days, less sunlight, disrupted sleep, routine changes, and holiday stress all contribute
Family Activity & Movement: Staying Active During Winter
When winter arrives, it brings shorter days, colder temperatures, and more indoor time factors that often cause families to slow
Whooping Cough on the Rise: What Tuscarawas County Families Need to Know
Lately, “whooping cough” (also called pertussis) has been showing up more often—and that’s something parents should be aware of.. In
Healthy Aging, Emotional Wellness & Childhood Obesity Awareness for Ohio Families
September is rich with health awareness themes: healthy aging, childhood obesity, and mental wellness all gain attention this month. Ohio
Seasonal Allergies in Ohio – Helping Kids Breathe Easier This Fall
As ragweed, mold spores, and leaf debris spike in September, many Ohio children and adults experience itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion,
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Protecting Mental Health in Families
September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to break the stigma and open conversations about mental health for
Fuel Their Learning: Building Balanced School Lunches That Power Kids Through the Day
Back-to-school season is just around the corner—and that means it’s time to start thinking about packing lunches that give kids
Protecting Their Future: Why the HPV Vaccine Matters
As parents, we do everything we can to keep our kids safe—seatbelts, helmets, sunscreen. But there’s another important tool we
Summer Screen & Mental Health: Finding Balance in July
Sizzling July days often lead children and teens to screen time—video games, streaming TV, or social media. While some use
More Fun, Less Fuss: Mealtime Tips for Busy Families
Between the rushed breakfasts, school lunches, work, after school snacks, and the “what’s for dinner?” struggle; feeding your family can
Men’s Health Month: Supporting the Mental Health of the Dad’s, Sons and Special Men in Our Families
June is Men’s Health Month—a perfect time to check in on the mental health of the men and boys we
Soak Up the Sun—Safely: A Parent’s Guide to Sunscreen Smarts
Summer fun is in full swing, which means lots of time outside soaking up sunshine and making memories. But before
Tiny Bites, Big Risk: Don’t let ticks crash your outdoor fun!
As the weather starts warming up, most of us are heading outside to enjoy parks, trails, and backyard fun. But
Strong and Confident: 3 tips for nurturing resilience in kids
As adults, we often see childhood as a carefree time. While it’s true that children don’t face the same challenges
Kids as Eco-Advocates: A students’ guide to getting your school on board the recycling train
A greener future starts now with our students. As parents, we can encourage our kids to build eco-conscious habits and
‘Tis the Season for Cold & Flu
During these colder months, it can feel like your home is a revolving door for different cold & flu bugs.
Winter Weather ❄️ Family Fun
Embrace the chill and make the most of snowy days! You don’t have to fear the cold weather- you might
Your Guide to Green School Supplies
So it’s the week before school resumes after winter break and you’re suddenly aware that your child is running dangerously
Perfect Christmas Guide for Kids: A Gift for Every Age
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for kids can be both exciting and daunting. With so many options available, it’s easy
Maximizing Family Wellness: Flu Vaccination at Trinity Health Centers
December is a pivotal time for family health, as flu season reaches its peak. For parents committed to protecting their
Digital Tools For a Greener Future: Inspiring young planet Protectors through engaging apps
With so many apps right at our fingertips, teaching the next generation the importance of caring for our environment is
3 Easy Family Halloween Costume Ideas That’ll Steal the Show
Want to hear something scary? Halloween is only TEN days away! That may be downright terrifying if your family still
Practical Tips for Managing Back-to-School Stress
Kids have officially been back to school for a few weeks now, but you might still be feeling the craziness
Get a Head Start with Healthy Eating: TCHD Tips for Helping Children Eat Right
It’s fall: the kids are back to school and back to their routines. The days are busier and growing shorter.
Digital Parenting: Navigating Screen Time in the New School Year
As the new school year rolls in, managing screen time becomes a pressing issue for many parents. With digital devices
Are You Raising a ’90s Kid?
Oh Snap! Are you raising a ’90s kid? (As if! Amiright?) I might be… So sue me! Check out these
Craft Corner: 5 Easy & Fun DIY Crafts to Do with Your Kids
Summer is coming to an end, but you have a few more precious weeks with your kids before the insanity
Play On: TCHD Wants Kids to Keep Playing and Stop Vaping
In fall of 2023 Tuscarawas County did a community survey which revealed that in the US, 1 in 4 youth
Strong Girl Summer: Strong Minds and Strong Bodies Workshops Return!
Last year, Strong Minds and Strong Bodies workshops directors Mandy Kirsch, Alexis Kroah, and Angeline Wellock had a mission: to
Multi-Front Battle: LGBTQ+ Advocates and Ohio Republicans Fight over the Rights of LBGTQ+ Students
Ohio officials have made several moves lately to advance what many see as an anti-LGBTQ+ agenda. Two bills and a
The Felon Librarian? Ohio Joins Wave of Proposed Legislation Targeting Librarians
State Rep. Adam Mathews, R-Lebanon, put forth House Bill 556 last week, which would “create criminal liability for certain teachers
Phones Down: New Ohio Law Restricts Cell Phone Usage in Schools
The end of this school year could also be the end of your child’s cell phone usage in schools. This
Quantity over Quality? Proposed Legislation Reduces Licensure and Education Requirements for Teachers
Ohio is facing a teacher shortage. In response to an Ohio Department of Education and Workplace (DEW) study, lawmakers have
TCHD: Connecting Parents with Ohio’s Children with Medical Disabilities Program
When your child is diagnosed with a medical handicap, the experience can be overwhelming. Sometimes it’s difficult to know where
Stark County Summer Camp Guide 2024
Summer will be here before you know it and your kids will be itching for something to do. Check out
Tuscarawas County Summer Camp Guide 2024
Summer will be here before you know it and your kids will be itching for something to do. Check out
Safe & Successful Swim Days
Headed to the pool, lake, or ocean this summer? Keep your family happy and well with these water safety tips!
TuscBDD Partners with Local Parks to Provide Universal Changing Tables
(New Philadelphia, April 30, 2024) Press Release – The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities (TuscBDD) is pleased to partner
TCHD Press Release:Teen Drivers from Seven Tuscarawas County Schools Competed at 27th Teen Driving “ROADeo”
DOVER – On Wednesday, April 24th, the 27th Annual Teen Driving “Roadeo” took place at the Tuscarawas County fairgrounds. Hosted by
Camp Invention: Inspiration That Lasts a Lifetime
When students attend Camp Invention®, they get so much more than a typical camp experience. Camp Invention boosts confidence through
No Lunch for You: Study Shows a Significant Drop in Ohio School Meal Participation
For many Ohio children, school meals are a key component of their nutrition. While studies show that free breakfasts and
Building A Sweet Sibling Bond
Have you always dreamed of your children sharing a special sibling bond? It’s impossible to force our kids into friendship,
Stay Focused: April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Parenting comes with distractions- a lot of them. While it’s impossible to avoid much of the chaos that comes with
PROMise in Purple: Jackson Bear Hugs FREE Pop Up Prom Boutique is Coming Soon
On April 20th and 21st, Jackson Bear Hugs will open its pop-up prom boutique to the public. PROMise in Purple
5 Tips for Fostering a Loving Relationship Between Siblings
Moms of multiples know the pain of constant squabbling and bickering. It can be easy for parents to feel like
Mom’s Guide to Weathering the Storm: Fun and Safety in Ohio!
Mom’s Guide to Weathering the Storm: Fun and Safety in Ohio! – Do you know how to weather the storms
Cell Phone Bans: Good Idea, but Leave the Specifics Up to Schools says Dewine
Ohio Governor Mike Dewine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted met with teachers and administrators in Dublin, OH last week to
Let’s Talk Grains: Why Your Diet Should Be Friends with Healthy Carbs!
Let’s Talk Grains: Why Your Diet Should Be Friends with Healthy Carbs! – Healthy grains are a mom’s best friend.