Vanderbilt Child and Family Center

Teachers at The Acorn School continue to engage with Vanderbilt's youngest learners through Zoom, online singing activities, storytelling experiences and more (photo used with permission).

Acorn School teachers develop innovative ways to engage Vanderbilt’s youngest learners during social distancing

Apr. 13, 2020—Teachers at The Acorn School, part of the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center, are using innovative ways to support and engage with Vanderbilt’s youngest learners and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mr. C color sheet (Vanderbilt University)

VU offers activity pages, resources to support community members with young children at home

Apr. 3, 2020—Vanderbilt University has developed a few printable activity pages, including Vanderbilt-related coloring activities and word searches, that children can engage with at home.

CANCELED: Caregiver Support Group to meet March 11

Feb. 27, 2020—The Caregiver Support Group meets the second Wednesday of every month and offers a safe place to discuss the stresses, challenges and rewards of providing care for a loved one.

I Am Vanderbilt: Marybeth Briney

Feb. 20, 2020—A classroom of curious 4- and 5-year-olds produces a lot of wiggly, exuberant energy. But it’s no match for Marybeth Briney, an early childhood educator at The Acorn School's 19th Avenue location.

Elder care lunch and learn set for Feb. 11

Feb. 3, 2020—Join the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center for a lunch and learn on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Nursing School’s Godchaux Nursing Annex, Room 160.

VCFC Summer Camp Fair is Feb. 20

Jan. 31, 2020—The Vanderbilt Child and Family Center will host a Summer Camp Fair on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Memorial Gym. The fair is part of the Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball Family Fest sponsored by Employee Appreciation.

Next Caregiver Support Group meeting is Feb. 12

Jan. 29, 2020—Pam Brown from Insight Counseling Centers will discuss self-care and mental health support for caregivers from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Living Room of Godchaux Nursing Annex.

‘Navigating Elder Care: Key Issues and Where to Find Help’ Jan. 22

Jan. 10, 2020—When caring for an aging parent or spouse, the challenges can be overwhelming. The Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee will offer resources and solutions to make the journey easier and less stressful on Wednesday, Jan. 22, from noon to 1 p.m.