The Early Years Matter (EYM) is a public awareness and education
campaign initiated by Long Island Fund for Women & Girls (LIFWG)
and the Long Island Women’s Agenda (LIWA) to provide parents and
caregivers of children ages birth to five years with practical
knowledge about the needs of young children, why these needs matter and
how parents can go about meeting them.
On the evening of Oct. 31, hordes of little goblins, creepy creatures,
superheroes, and princesses will take to the streets for candy and
treats. Beware. The chances of children being hit by a car are much
higher on this night than any other night of the year.
Caregiving, whether for the frail, elderly, disabled or those in
recovery, can send your emotions on a virtual roller coaster ride.
Sports-related injuries usually bring to mind everything from pulled tendons and slashed knees, to more serious problems like broken bones and head injuries.
You don’t need to wait for the first parent-teacher conference to determine if your child is starting out on the wrong foot. Chances are, there will be plenty of warning signs.