It’s impossible not to smile when you walk into the Caterpillar Clubhouse. The beautiful artwork painted on the walls greets you and creates a welcoming environment for the kids. We talked to the talented artist behind the Caterpillar Clubhouse murals, Kallie Stewart to learn a little more about her and the whole process! Check out …
Read MoreTop 10 Moments of 2018
2018 was a big year for Root for Kids (previously The Learning Center for Families). We celebrated our 25th Anniversary, changed our name and branding, built a new website, expanded our services and most importantly, we were able to serve 1,293 kids – more than ever before. Take a look back with us to our …
Read MoreRadioathon Kicks Off the Season of Giving
On December 5, 2018, we hosted our 3rd annual holiday Radioathon for children and families. Every year we partner up with Red Rock Broadcasting and their radio stations for a 13-hour day of giving. Mix 103.1, Coyote 102.3 and Kool 98.9 broadcast live from our building in St. George to interview families served by our …
Read MoreStaff Highlight: Early Intervention Nurses
We are extremely fortunate to have two talented registered nurses (RN) in our staff – Stacie Holt and Megan Eads. They are part of the Health Services team at Root for Kids, where they work with our Early Head Start kids and pregnant moms and Early Intervention kids. Today we’re highlighting their amazing work with …
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Prematurity
In Utah, 10% of births are preterm (more than three weeks before the babies due date.) The rate of prematurity in the United States is similar, and it is a number that has been on the rise over the past few years. Premature birth is the largest contributor to the death of babies in the …
Read MoreMy Root Story: Finding Home in a New Country
Parents as TeachersĀ is an early childhood family support program with a parent education home-visiting model. On top of ensuringĀ that young children are healthy and ready to learn, the home visitors also focus on helping the parents. One our home visitors shared the following story about a mom and child she has been working with for …
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