Teresa Fletcher’s commitment to children and families was recognized as she received the Luminary award during Akron Children’s 2026 “More childhood, please.”TM awards on Sept. 23. The award celebration honors work that supports children spending more time doing what they should be doing: simply being kids. Teresa serves as the advanced practice manager and program […]
School-Based Health Services expands services to improve access to care
School Health Services provides school nursing care in 45 districts across 11 eastern Ohio Counties. Akron Children’s school nurses advocate for student health and wellness, while helping them manage medical needs in the school setting. Akron Children’s provides high-quality daily school nursing needs to students along with connecting them to the Akron’s Children’s network of […]
Hope and healing through horse-assisted therapy
For the past year and a half, the Akron Children’s Behavioral Health Department and Hope Meadows have worked together to offer equine assisted therapy for kids ages 10 to 17. The Behavioral Health team completed a leadership program at Hope Meadows, which offers equine-assisted mental health counseling and wellness programs. The group got so much […]
Why does my child get sick after starting school or daycare?
As the new school year starts, your child may keep coming home with a runny nose, cough or the newest virus that’s been circulating. This can be especially stressful if your child has just started preschool or day care. You may be left wondering: Is it normal for my child to get sick so often? […]
Tips to help your kids manage back-to-school anxiety
Back-to-school time can be fun and exciting for some kids, but it may cause anxiety for others. Young children may worry about being away from their parents, while older kids may be anxious about navigating middle school or high school. “It’s important for parents to know that most children who have school anxiety actually like school,” said […]
Start the year off right with this back-to-school checklist
Many things are running through a parent’s mind this time of year. Back-to-school chaos and excitement are beginning, but a simple checklist can keep everyone on track and set the tone for the year – parents and kids alike. Pediatrician Jennifer Dwyer shares how her family is getting ready for a healthy, safe and happy start to the school year.
