A Friend to Know.A Place to Grow!

Fall 2014
Medford Family Network Newsletter
of the Medford Public Schools
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Page 2 Parenting TodayFamily Programs & Workshops
Page 3 Drop-in Playtime/Traveling Playgroups in the Park
Page 4 Play & Learn Groups Registration Information
Page 5 Fun & Caring in Our Community/Resources
Page 6 Special Events in the Community
Page 7 Parent Leadership Opportunities
Page 8 What is the MFN?
Medford Family Network
Family Center
Medford High School
489 Winthrop Street, Medford, MA 02155
Phone: (781) 393-2106
Fax: (781) 393-2123

Email: mcassidy@medford.k12.ma.us
Website: www.medfordfamilynetwork.org
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Marie Cassidy, Family Support Coordinator
Heather Fuller, Program Aide

Office Hours:
9:00 am5:00 pm (MondayFriday)

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Night of 10,000 Lights!
Saturday, November 8, 2014
7:00 - 10:30 pm
Medford City Hall
Fundraiser benefiting and celebrating 20 year
anniversary of the Medford Family Network!

The Friends of the Medford Family Network
(FMFN) will be holding its annual fundraiser.
This adults night out will once again feature
tastings from all of the best restaurants in
Medford; live music; a silent auction; fabulous
raffle prizes; and gift bags filled with coupons
and surprises for all attendees. Last year, we
exceeded our goal and raised $19,000.
We need your help to exceed our goal and host
a successful event this year!

Help support the Medford Family Network by:
Attending the Event;
Sponsoring the Event;
Advertising in the Program Book;
Making a Donation.

Tickets are $25.00 in advance;
$30.00 at the door
Get your tickets via www.medfordfamilies.org
or at the MFN Family Center.

Medford
Community Day
Celebrating Our Diversity

FREE Event for All Ages!

Sunday, September 21, 2014
1:004:00 pm
Location: Hormel Stadium Complex,
Locust Street, Medford

MFN will host 8 International tables that will offer
fun activities with a passport to visit:
Brazil, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy,
Japan and Morocco.

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Special Activity.
Berenstain Bears Story time (for ages 3 to 7)

Come listen to a story, color a Berenstain poster and
enter to win 4 tickets to the:

Berenstain Bears Live Show
Saturday, October 4
at Wilbur Theater, 246 Tremont Street, Boston
[Compliments of the Wilbur Theater].


New Moms Group * New Time & Day Beginning September 30* Drop-in Format
Facilitated by Aine OMalley, JF&CS Parent Leader
Every Wednesday until September 24 12:00 1:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Every Tuesday beginning September 30 9:3011:00 am Location: MFN Family Center
Are you a new mom? Would you like to join a group of others who know exactly what you mean by the word
tired? Welcome to a great supportive network and a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends for yourself and
new playmates for your child!

Grandparents Group Drop-in Format
Facilitated by Marie Cassidy, MFN Family Support Coordinators, Becky Sarah and Peg Murphy
Every Thursday beginning September 11 10:0011:30 am Location: MFN Family Center
The group is a support network that provides an avenue for grandparents to meet others who are caring for their
grandchild(ren) either on a full or part-time basis and to offer ideas and resources. We are seeking your thoughts,
both as grandparents and as parents, that will result in a revitalized series of meetings, workshops and special events.

Making Art Together Workshops (for ages 4-8) Registration Required
Saturday, September 20Mosaics by Artist Susan Altman 1:303:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Saturday, September 27Fabric Quilting by Artist Bev Hinckley 1:303:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Saturday, October 4Watercolor by Artist Cambia Davis 1:303:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Saturday, October 18Cartooning by Artist Ben Warren 1:303:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Saturday, October 25Beading by Artist Sarah Beardslee 1:303:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Enjoy fun, creative activities in a group with other families led by local artists from the Medford Arts Center. Funded
by a grant from Riversedge. Learn new skills and make new friends as you strengthen family ties. Engage in fun ways
that show how art relates to science and math. Includes takehome learning activity flyers. Each family may register
for up to three workshops. Suggested donation of $5.00 per workshop. Ask for child care options for younger ones.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Registration Required
Facilitated by Becky Sarah (Intermediate Class); Ami Saulnier (Advanced Intermediate Class)
Tuesdays & Thursdays; September 30June 18 3:306:00 pm Location: MFN Family Center
ESOL is a program for families who live or work in Medford who want to improve their English speaking, reading
and writing skills. Both Intermediate and Advanced Intermediate classes are offered. Child care is available upon
request. This program includes a facilitated language-based playtime after class from 5:306:00 pm for
participating families.

Financial Literacy Registration Required
Facilitated by Tony Bennett, Primerica Senior Financial Representative, MFN Parent
Thursday, October 2 7:008:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
This presentation will offer a complimentary Financial Needs Analysis (FNA) that can help you understand your
financial situation.

STEP (Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) Registration Required
Facilitated by Valerie DeGeorge, MFN Parent Educator
7 Tuesdays; October 7, 14, 21, 28; November 4, 11, 18 7:008:30 pm Location: MFN Family Center
Principles and skills in this workshop offer strategies to effectively communicate with your child(ren), birth to 8.
Valerie will explore and discuss ways that focus on confident, cooperative, and responsible parent/child interactions.
Use of parent handbook is available.

Coffee, Conversation and Child Care (Parenting & Self-Care Techniques) Registration Required
Facilitated by Judy Scribner-Moore, MFN Parent Educator
7 Wednesdays; October 8, 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19 9:0011:00 am Location: MFN Family Center
You are invited to join this combination parenting class, which focuses on stress reduction, nourishing the body and
mind with tools such as yoga postures and relaxation, and sharing parenting experiences, ideas and strategies.
Reading and discussion materials excerpted from the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting, and Everyday
Blessings, the Inner Work of Mindful Parenting, are provided.

Medford Family Network * 489 Winthrop Street * Medford, MA 02155 * (781) 393-2106 * www.medford.k12.ma.us
Parenting TodayFamily Programs & Workshops
Call the Medford Family Network at (781) 393-2106
Please call for transportation options and child care, if applicable.
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Drop-in Playtime
Parents, Caregivers, Guardians welcome!

September
Mondays 9:00 am 5:00 pm
2:00 pm 5:00 pm (9/29 only)
Tuesdays 9:00 am 5:00 pm (closed 9/30)
Wednesdays 9:00 am12:00 pm and
2:00 pm 5:00 pm
Thursdays 9:00 am 5:00 pm
Fridays 9:00 am5:00 pm


October/November/December
Mondays 2:00 pm5:00 pm (closed 10/13)
Tuesdays No Drop-ins
Wednesdays 12:00 pm5:00 pm (closed 11/26)
Thursdays No Drop-ins
Fridays 2:00 pm5:00 pm (closed 11/28)


We will be closed for the holiday break from
Tuesday, December 23 at noon and will reopen on
Monday, January 5, 2015.


Sign in all family members when
you arrive each day!


What is Drop-in Playtime?
Drop-in playtime is a wonderful opportunity to
play and interact with your child(ren). Enjoy the
company of other families with young children
while playing in our playroom. Books, puzzles,
toys, blocks, and more! Please make every effort to
clean up as you go and before you leave. Clean
up activities help children sort, organize and have
a sense of responsibility. Look over our handouts
and take what interests you. Review our Parent
Resource Library and borrow some books. Place
your ideas and suggestions in our Idea Box near
the Sign-In book.
15 Fun-Filled Fall Days at the Park
Facilitated by Miss Andrea Breen,
Playgroup Leader

September 2014
9:30 - 11:30 am

Mondays
September 8Carr Park
September 15Dugger Park
September 22 Barry Park

Tuesdays
September 9Cummings Park
September 16Logan Park
September 23 Tufts Park

Wednesdays
September 10Harris Park
September 17Victory Park
September 24Cummings Park

Thursdays
September 11Capen Street Park
September 18Hickey Park
September 25Tufts Park

Fridays
September 12Playstead Park
September 19Carr Park
September 26Capen Street Park


Bubbles! Balls!
Storytelling! FREE Books!
Art Activities! Parachute Play!
Sidewalk Chalk! Music & Movement!
Community Resource Information!






Sign in all family members
when you arrive each day!


Drop-in Playtime at
MFN Family Center
Please call Marie or Heather at 781) 393-2106
with any questions.
Traveling Playgroups
in the Park
Please call Marie or Heather at (781) 393-2106
with any questions.
For Additional Family Fun Information visit the:

Medford Public Library
111 High Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 395-7950
www.medfordlibrary.org


What are Play and Learn Groups?
Play and Learn Groups are FREE, interactive programs for
families who live or work in Medford. Play and Learn
Group leaders offer children a safe environment where they
can explore their world and develop new friendships. They
are designed to offer parents and caregivers social
connections; help families connect with and be resources for
each other; provide information to help parents access
needed services and resources; and model positive strategies
to support parent/child interactions. Play and Learn groups
are aligned with age-specific Early Education and Care
guidelines (www.mass.gov/eec) and utilize the
Strengthening Families approach (www.cssp.org). They
include Brain Building in Progress and STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering and Math) activities.
Handouts will be distributed at each session that give ideas
to try at home.
Sing! Laugh! Play! Move!
Listen to/tell Stories! Explore!
Programs at Medford Public Library
Yahoo Crew (Age 21 - 33 months)
11 Fridays; 9:3011:00 am
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 21;
December 5, 12, 19

Waddlin & Toddlin (Age 14-20 months)
11 Fridays, 11:30 am12:30 pm
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 21;
December 5, 12, 19
Programs at MFN Family Center
Creepin Crawlers (Age 7-13 months)
11 Tuesdays, 12:451:45 pm
September 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28;
November 4, 18, 25; December 2, 9, 16
[Babies onlyno siblings, please]
Waddlin & Toddlin (Age 14-20 months)
11 Tuesdays, 11:15 am12:15 pm
September 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28;
November 4, 18, 25; December 2, 9, 16
Yahoo Crew (Age 21 - 33 months)
10 Mondays; 9:0010:30 am
September 29; October 6, 20, 27;
November 10, 17, 24; December 1, 8, 15
OR
12 Tuesdays; 9:0010:30 am
September 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28;
November 4, 18, 25; December 2, 9, 16
OR
11 Thursdays; 9:0010:30 am
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20;
December 4, 11, 18
OR
11 Fridays; 9:0010:30 am
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
November 7, 14, 21; December 5, 12, 19

Kiddie Glee (Age 34 - 47 months)
10 Mondays; 11:30 am1:30 pm
September 29; October 6, 20, 27;
November 10, 17, 24; December 1, 8, 15
OR
11 Fridays, 11:30 am 1:30 pm
October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
November 7, 14, 21; December 5, 12, 19

Fun Galore (Age 42 - 60 months)
11 Thursdays; 11:30 am1:30 pm
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20;
December 4, 11, 18


Medford Family Network
Fall 2014 Play and Learn Groups
Registration Information
Call Marie Cassidy or Heather Fuller at (781) 393-2106
at any time with any questions!
Medford Family Network * 489 Winthrop Street * Medford, MA 02155 * (781) 393-2106 * www.medford.k12.ma.us
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Play and Learn Groups
Registration Information
Registration will be held on:

Monday, September 8, 9:00am5:00pm
Tuesday, September 9, 9:00am6:00pm
Wednesday, September 10, 9:00am5:00pm
Thursday, September 11, 9:00am9:00pm
Friday, September 12, 9:00am5:00pm

at the Medford Family Network Family Center
489 Winthrop Street, Medford.

*This is a lottery for returning familiesfirst time
families have priority. Parents have the same
opportunity for the lottery no matter when they
register during the week.



Community Resources
Call the Medford Family Network at (781) 393-2106
Freebie Foyer at the MFN Family Center
Please come by and check out our FREE gently-used items including books, maternity wear, infant and childrens clothing, shoes,
and baby essentials. TO DONATE, BRING ITEMS TO THE MFN OFFICE. We will check each item for safety and appropriateness
and then place them in the Freebie Foyer. Also, call us at (781) 393-2106 if you need a particular item.

Onetoughjob.orgAn Online Resource for Real-Live Parents
The Childrens Trust has created a parenting website www.OneToughJob.orgto give parents immediate access to current,
reliable and practical information about parenting and child development. For more information, contact Rayna Charles,
Parenting Website Coordinator, at (617) 502-8753 or rayna.charles@state.ma.us

Bestsellers Caf Coffeehouse
Be sure to check out Medfords own bookstore. There are scheduled events throughout each month, including poetry readings,
cookbook authors, musicians, artists, and lectures. Visit www.bestsellers-caf.com for more information.

Local Food Pantries in Medford (For Project Breads Food Source Hotline call 800-645-8333)
Unitarian Universalist Church, 147 High Street, Medford (781) 396-4549 #5, Thursdays; 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Saint Francis Food Pantry, 441 Fellsway West, Medford (781) 396-3400, Thursdays; 3:00 to 4:30 pm
Shiloh Baptist Church, Corner of Holton and Bower St, Medford (781) 483-8850; 2nd Tuesday; 6-7 pm; 3rd Saturday; 10-11 am
First Evangelistic Church of Holiness, 55 Otis Street, Medford (781) 391-1443; Last Saturday of Each Month; 2:30-4:30 pm
Bread of Life Food Pantry, 511 Main Street, Malden (781) 397-0404; Wednesdays; 4:00 to 6:00 pm; Fridays; 2:00 to 4:00 pm

Mobile Food Market
Offered by North Suburban WIC Program/Hallmark Health System and in part with the Greater Boston Food Bank
Saturday, September 13; 1:002:00 pm; 239 Commercial Street, Malden
Pre-registration is required by calling (781) 338-7568. Bring a grocery cart or reusable shopping bag to transport food home.
Donations will consist of fresh produce, meat and dairy products.
Medford Family Network * 489 Winthrop Street * Medford, MA 02155 * (781) 393-2106 * www.medford.k12.ma.us
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Fun & Caring in Our Community
Call the Medford Family Network at (781) 393-2106
Courtyard Kids Play & Learn Group
Facilitated by Laura Ingano, MFN Parent Leader

4 Thursdays;
September 25; October 23;
November 20; December 11
2:003:30 pm
Location: Courtyard Nursing Care Center,
200 Governors Avenue, Medford

Intergenerational play and learn group with residents
of the Courtyard Nursing Care Center. Interactive
activities include songs, dances, ball play, bubbles,
story time. Children will receive a gift and a snack.
Call (781) 393-2106 to register for one, two or all!
Family Fun Night!
Facilitated by Tony Bennett,
MFN Parent Leader
(For Ages 28)

Friday, September 26
6:00 - 8:00 pmFamily Fun
6:30 - 7:00 pmDads Meet & Munch
7:00 - 8:00 pmMore Family Fun
Location: Medford High School Gym, Cages 1 & 2

We welcome Dads and those in a fathering role and, of
course, all family members are invited, too! Scooter
boards, hula hoops, parachute play, ball toss, balance
beam, music and movement. At 6:30 pm, dads are invited
to meet and eat with Tony to plan more Dad events.
Storybook Walk.Why Do Leaves Change Color? by Betsey Maestro
Sponsored The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Friends of the Middlesex
Fells, Medford Family Network, North Suburban Child and Family Resource Network, and Mass in Motion

Saturday, October 11Sunday, October 19
Location: Start at Crystal Trail in Greenwood Park, across the street from the Stoneham Zoo

Storybook Walk is a self-guided walk through the Middlesex Fells Reservation. To participate, just
follow the laminated pages of the book posted along the trail.

FREE handouts and raffle to win 4 tickets to the Stone Zoo!


Farmers Market!
Thursdays; September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9 3:00 pm7:00 pm Location: City Hall Mall
Come on down and reap the benefits of the local fall harvest. Vendors include: produce, fresh breads, baked goods, wine,
jewelry, free range meat, coffee and much more! Visit www.medfordfarmersmarket.org

12th Annual Community Day at Tufts University!
Co-sponsored with the cities of Medford and Somerville Location: On the green at the top
Sunday, October 5 [Rain or Shine] 11:00 am3:00 pm of the hill (center of the campus)
Come Visit the MFN table! Music & dance performances, community resources, arts! All events, including lunch, are FREE. Free
parking in garage at 419 Boston Ave, Medford. For more information, visit http://cday.tufts.edu

4th Annual Mystic River Celebration
Hosted by CACHE (Coalition for Arts, Culture, and a Healthy Economy) Location: Condon Shell,
Saturday, October 11 [Rain Date: Sunday, October 12] 12:00 pm4:00 pm 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway
Live Music! Local Food! Artisan Crafts! Art Exhibits! Interactive Art Installations! Crafts for Kids! Parking is available at the
Condon Shell and along Winthrop Street. Consider walking or riding your bike to the event. Visit http://cacheinmedford.org

Swap Day for Medford FamiliesHelp Others and Help Yourself!
Hosted by the Tamar Siegel, MFN Parent Leader
Sunday, October 19 3:00 pm4:30 pm Location: Temple Shalom
Come take what you need for your family and leave some for your neighbors. If you can, donate the following: gently-used,
clean toys and books for all ages; baby equipment, clothing for infants, toddlers, kids, tweens, and teens; maternity wear (no other
adult clothing, please). You are NOT required to bring items in order to take items. Drop off items at the MFN Family Center on
Friday, October 17 between 9 am and 5 pm, or anytime Monday, October 13 through Thursday, October 16 on the porch of
155 Forest St, Medford. Contact Tamara at rtsiegel@comcast.net or call the MFN at (781) 393-2106 with questions.

Halloween Business Trick or Treat
Hosted by the Medford Chamber of Commerce
Friday, October 31 3:00 pm5:00 pm Location: Medford Square
Calling all ghosts and ghouls! Show off your costumes as you trick or treat at local businesses throughout Medford Square, West
Medford Square and Haines Square. Visit the MFN table in front of Bestsellers Caf.
Join MFN at Special Events in the Community
Call the Medford Family Network at (781) 393-2106
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Yoki Japanese Restaurants
3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Monday, September 22, 2014
9:00 am3:00 pm
Location: Sagamore Spring Golf Club, 1287 Main Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940
100% of the proceeds go to fund the programs and services of the Medford Family Network

Join Mayor McGlynn and the Medford Family Network! All golfers will receive: golf balls, golf cart, 18 holes of
golf, light breakfast, lunch and beverages. There will be a reception at Yoki immediately after.
Prizes include a driver and a car from Grava!
Register online at www.yokirestaurant.com. Any questions, contact Nick Tran at (781) 606-2527 or
nick@yokirestaurant.com or Phong Nguyen at (781) 502-8836 or phong@yokirestaurant.com.
Medford Early Education & Care Forum and Fair
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Medford High School Library, 489 Winthrop Street, Medford

Join us for a panel discussion as well as a question and answer session about the many Department of Early
Education and Care Licensed and Public and Private School Early Education and Care Programs in Medford.
What are Early Education and Care options in Medford for infants, toddlers and preschoolers? Financial
assistance will be addressed. Speak with representatives and/or take home brochures and materials that will
inform you about Medfords options. Call (781) 393-2106 with questions and/or for child care options.
Registration is requested, but not required.



Medford Family Network Advisory Board (MFN)
We are seeking new Board and Committee members who
are welcome to join at any time. Committees are...

Marketing/Public Relations Committee
To focus on all communication, including brochures, press,
newsletters and social media to ensure that MFN information
is available in a variety of formats to all families.

Program Committee
To advise on program development and implementation; to
assist in the planning and promotion of the Early Education &
Care Fair as well as specialized programming such as Parent
Caf, Peer Review, Financial Literacy and Family Literacy.
Ad Hoc Legislative Breakfast Committee
To plan and hold a Legislative Breakfast in April 2015 for our
local representatives, senator, school committee and city
council. To inform our legislators about the programs and
services of MFN and to advocate for their continued support.

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month
from 6:15 to 8:15 pm at the MFN Family Center (includes
dinner, child care and transportation options).

For more information, please contact Marie Cassidy,
Family Support Coordinator at (781) 393-2106 or
mcassidy@medford.k12.ma.us.


Friends of the Medford Family Network Board
(FMFN)
The FMFN is a nonprofit corporation comprised of MFN
parents who promote, support, and assist in raising funds for
MFN programs. They are currently looking for interested
individuals to serve on the Board for Fiscal Year 2015
(July 2014 to June 2015)! If you would like to get involved, at
any time, please contact Beth Pilling, President, at
(781) 219-3940 or email at info@medfordfamilies.org


Medford Family Resource Coalition Council
(MFRC)
The Council is an early childhood advisory body. The next
meeting is Thursday, October 2, 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the MFN
Family Center (includes dinner, child care and
transportation options). Special Guest, Sam Sednek, will
present on helping children with homework and databases.

School Readiness and Early Childhood
Curriculum Committee (SRECCC)
Seeking PreK, Kindergarten, and Grade 1 parents. The next
meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6 at 3:30 pm at the
MFN Family Center.

For more information on the MFRC or the SRECCC, please
contact Shelley Gross, Early Childhood/Afterschool
Director at (781) 393-2211 or sgross@medford.k12.ma.us

Help Me Grow Program - Ages & Stages
The Screening Questionnaire

This questionnaires allows parents to monitor their
childs growth/development - cognitively, physically,
emotionally, and socially. Be an active participant in
your childs development. Working together, we will
be able to provide the most effective learning and
resources to ensure your child has every opportunity
for optimal growth/development.
Call (781) 393-2106 for more information
and/or to make an appointment.
Medford Family Network * 489 Winthrop Street * Medford, MA 02155 * (781) 393-2106 * www.medford.k12.ma.us
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The Parent-Child Home Program (PCHP)

PCHP of the Medford Public Schools is a FREE home-
based early literacy and school readiness program for
parents of children between the ages of 18 months and 3
years. Help your children grow up to BE and DO the
BEST THEY CAN. The visits are fun! The books, toys and
games we use are yours to keep. For more information,
please contact Donna Foti-Scovell, Coordinator, at
781-393-2122 or email dscovell@medford.k12.ma.us
Parent Leadership Opportunities
Medford Public Schools
Early Childhood Office
(781) 393-2102

The Early Childhood Office can provide information
about quality early education and care
and afterschool options.

We are happy to assist!


A FRIEND TO KNOWA PLACE TO GROW!
MEDFORD FAMILY NETWORK
MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL
489 WINTHROP STREET
MEDFORD, MA 02155
What is the Medford Family Network (MFN)?
The Medford Family Network of the Medford Public Schools is a FREE universal (everyone welcome) parenting education and family
support program focusing on the positive impact on the developmental process of children prenatal to age 8, and supporting the
families that care for them. All adults who live or work in Medford, caring for young children, are welcome! This is accomplished
through parenting education workshops; discussion groups; age-specific play and learn groups; new moms groups; home visitation;
family events; a lending library; a family resource/drop-in center; information and referral services; family literacy initiatives;
financial literacy information; and individual consultation. There are programs for dads, grandparents, single parents, parents who
speak languages other than English; working parents; at-home parents; and more. Programs are held at a variety of sites around the
city weekdays, evenings and weekends. Many activities are co-sponsored with other family-serving agencies. Parent advisory,
governing and leadership roles are available and encouraged.

Information & Referral Services
If you have questions or concerns about your child(ren), family, or want to know about community resources, you can always call on
the Medford Family Network. Our role is to listen and help you find the information you need. Stop by the MFN Family Center at the
Medford High School or call us at (781) 393-2106. We can make appointments to meet with you at the Center, in another location,
or just take some time to talk on the phone. Please let us know what is important for the healthy growth and development of you and
your family. We are here to make a difference... for the better, for you and yours!

FY15 CFCE (Coordinated Family and Community Engagement) Grant Priorities:
These priorities are to: reach and meet the needs of children, especially those with multiple risk factors and/or are hard to reach,
through universal and targeted outreach strategies; provide families with access to comprehensive services; provide evidence-based
early literacy and family literacy opportunities; and provide families with support for continuity through early childhood transitions.

FY15 CT (Childrens Trust) Grant Priorities:
The grant priorities are based on the five protective factors that are the foundation of the Strengthening Families Approach: parental
resilience, social connections, concrete supports in times of need, knowledge of parenting and child development, social and
emotional competence of children. MFN incorporates all of these factors into its programming throughout the year in a variety of
methods and activities.
Medford Family Network is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care, Coordinated Family
and Community Engagement grant, the Childrens Trust, the Friends of the Medford Family Network, Corp., and the
generous donations from our families and friends.