Our resources are intended to make your journey as a parent, caregiver, teacher, or friend, as smooth as possible.
“I keep my CARES handouts posted to my pantry wall, and with each child, I go back to the basics (i.e, the 24 hour rule, avoid being your child’s best friend, resist the urge to rescue, and many more). These nuggets have provided a sense of security and sanity through many challenging moments of childrearing.”
Linda C., Mom of middle, high school and college students
Resource Topics
An Open Letter to Parents Who Let Their Kids Party at Home – Barbara Greenburg, PhD
Chris Herren – “Unguarded”
Drug and Alcohol Talking Tips for Parents – Meg Domino, PhD
Limit Setting and CT Law: SettheRules.org
Message In A Bottle Fairfield County: The Underage Drinking and Weed Capital of the Country
NIDA – National Institutes of Drug Abuse: The Science of Drug Abuse and Addiction
Quick Stats, Risk Factors and Warning Signs of Teen Alcohol and Other Drug Use
Setting Limits and Family Boundaries – Meg Domino, PhD
Sports Illustrated – “How Painkillers are Turning Young Athletes into Heroin Addicts” By: Jon Wertheim and Ken Rodriguez
Strategies and Solutions: Navigating the Teen Party Scene – Meg Domino, PhD
Wake-up Call: Heroin Use Among Our Kids by David Gurliacci, Darienite.com
Body Image, National Eating Disorders Collaboration
Body Image and Self Esteem, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
Teen and Tween Body Image, Mayo Clinic
Cars & Curfews – Meg Domino, PhD, MCHES
30 Days of Family – Tips to Help Monitor and Manage Technology in Your Home
Children’s eSafety Commission, Australian Government
Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule: Not Just for Kids’ Sites, FTC
Internet Safety Tips for Parents, CT State Police
Online Safety – Marje Monroe
Technology: Monitoring & Managing at Home – Jake Kircher
5 Ways To Get Kids To Listen, Parents Magazine Online
Flying Solo: Raise an Independent Kid, Parents Magazine Online
Growing Independence: Tips for Parents of Young Children, HealthyChildren.org
Tips, Tools and Takeaways On How To Empower Your Preschooler
Calendar, New Canaan Darien Magazine
Events, New Canaan Chamber of Commerce
Meaningful Opportunities to Volunteer as a Family
Programs, New Canaan Library
8 Powerful Ways To Mold Your Children Into Leaders, Forbes
Youth Development & Youth Leadership, National Alliance for Secondary Education and Transition
Learning Styles & Birth Order, Mike Topazio and Meg Domino
Personalities & Learning Styles, Bunny Potts
Connecting Nutrition and Health – Bite Size Strategies that work with Kids
Nutrition for Children – Nutrition.gov
Nutrition for Kids – Mayo Clinic
5 Empowering Ways to Get Your Kids to Listen, Parents Magazine Online
How To Get The Most Out of Parent – Teacher Conferences For Both You and Your Child
Parenting 101 – Tips for Parents, Child Development Institute
Tips For Managing The Societal Pressures That Our Children Face
The Teen Brain: Smart Kids, Foolish Choices
Un-spoil Your Kid, Parents Magazine Online
Teaching Personal Safety Skills to Children and Youth, Kidpower.org
Building Resilience in Children, HealthyChildren.org
How to build your child’s self-esteem, Today’s Parent
Resilience and Empowerment, Chris Bogart
Stress, Resilience & Accountability, Frank Bartolomeo
Physical Wellness and Nutrition, Youth-centered Health Design
Developing a self-care plan, Reach-Out.com
Types of Sibling Relationships, HealthyChildren.org
Nurturing Sibling Relationships, PBS Parents
“Go to Bed NOW!” Winning the Bedtime Battle with Young Kids and Teens, Empowering Parents
Bedtime Routines for School-Aged Children, HealthyChildren.org
Recommended Books for Stress and Anxiety in Children & Teens
*Recommended books are available in the NC CARES’ free lending library located at 91 Elm Street above the NC Playhouse.
