Prevention Conference 2017

Children’s Trust held its biennial Prevention Conference that brought together 600 child-serving professionals at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in October 2017. With a theme of “Embracing Prevention, Empowering Communities,”…

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ACEs in South Carolina

ACEs in South Carolina

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events that occur in a child’s life prior to the age of 18. This adversity can harm a child’s brain and its development, which…

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Thriving Communities Build Strong Families

Thriving Communities Build Strong Families

Building a thriving community is like assembling a jigsaw puzzle. It takes time, hard work and collaboration to turn an assortment of pieces into a beautiful picture.  When everyone works…

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The Power of the First 1,000 Days

The Power of the First 1,000 Days

A child’s first 1,000 days represent a critical window for development. Home visiting services help parents meet their child’s needs and significantly improve their chances for success. Home visiting meets…

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2019 Home Visiting Summit

Home Visiting Summit 2019

The 2019 Home Visiting Summit – with its theme of “Expanding the Road to Stronger Families” – highlighted over two days the importance of a cohesive early childhood system. Home…

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