Milford Thrives

Young Children & Families: Milford Kids Thrive Collaborative; parenting website and communications; Welcome Baby program; early childhood family engagement. MKT early childhood collaborative continued to meet monthly (30 community professionals and stakeholders) and pursue, through a collective mission: building a Milford community where parents and caregivers feel supported and all young children are provided with strong early childhood foundations so they are ready for school and reach their full potential. Welcome Baby bags (infant care and maternal/child health and development resources) were delivered to 125 families. MKT website and Facebook page launched, receiving 1500-2000 visits each week; parenting email newsletter launched (452 subscribers by June 2023). Family outreach and engagement efforts strengthened, including contracting with Waypoint Family Resource Center for family engagement and connection to services and supports. Additional partner offerings included Toddler & Caregiver playgroup and participation in community outreach events including School Districts Kindergarten Orientations and family fun nights; Boys & Girls Club's Hopefest; Milford Recreations' Trick or Treat on the Oval, Easter event and Breakfast with Santa event (total of 3400+family engagements).