PreventChildAbuse PA @PCAPA
PCAPA is a chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America working to prevent the abuse and neglect of all children in Pennsylvania before it happens. preventchildabusepa.org Pennsylvania Joined December 2009-
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From ages 0-5, the neuronal connections made is astounding--that growth is based on social-emotional connections established w/ nurturing adults engaging w/ that child. PA’s early care & education system helps parents maximize the health, well-being, & education potential.
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When we work together, we can all help prepare children to grow up to be healthy and thriving members of our community. Learn how you can help by planting a pinwheel in our nationwide virtual garden: bit.ly/VirtualPinwhee… 🌱 #GrowingBetterTogether
Each family is unique, but all parents and caregivers need support sometimes. We can all help by ensuring children have positive experiences, and families have the resources they need, when they need them. Learn more: bit.ly/GrowingBetterT… 💙 #GrowingBetterTogether
April is the start of #NCAPM. This month, we are honored to partner with @PCAAmerica and highlight their efforts to foster a safe, healthy future for all children & families. Learn more: bit.ly/GrowingBetterT… #VetoViolence
Spent some time today planting pinwheels at @PennStHershey for #ChildAbusePreventionMonth
Happy #wearblueday2022! Join us in raising awareness for #ChildAbusePreventionMonth by wearing (and sharing) your blue outfits today and taking a moment to learn and talk about the signs of child abuse.
Today is wear blue day! Blue helps bring awareness of Child Abuse Prevention Month. 🟦 Share with us where you're wearing blue! 🟦
Tomorrow kicks off Child Abuse Prevention month! Join us by wearing blue to raise awareness. #HealthyChildhoods
Check out these great resources. And you can also learn how to get involved in Pennsylvania at: preventchildabusepa.org
Check out these great resources. And you can also learn how to get involved in Pennsylvania at: preventchildabusepa.org
Next week starts Child Abuse Prevention Month! Learn how you or your organization can get involved: preventchildabusepa.org/child-abuse-aw…
Are your patients aware of Keystone Scholars, which provides a $100 investment for every PA baby’s future education? If not, visit @PATreasurer website to learn about this 2022 Pediatric Conference sponsor and how Keystone Scholars supports your patients. pa529.com/keystone/
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Everyone in healthcare is going above and beyond--and has for the last two years. Show your colleagues some love by nominating them for PA AAP's 2022 Pediatrician of the Year award. For questions, contact us at [email protected]. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…
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