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Celebrating National Adoption Day

November is National Adoption Awareness Month and National Adoption Day is Saturday, November 23rd. The awareness day was founded by Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, Alliance for Children’s Rights and Children’s Action Network in 2000 and is now celebrated nationwide.

According to nationaladoptionday.org, “National Adoption Day is a collective effort to raise awareness of the more than 125,000 children waiting to be adopted from foster care in the United States.” 

Did You Know – Facts and Numbers

Facts are taken from a recent report posted by the Administration for Families and Children, a branch within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources. 

  1. Over 123,000 children and youth are waiting to be adopted. They are also at risk of aging out of foster care without permanent family connections. (AFCARS report)
  2. Of the 123,000 children and youth waiting to be adopted:
    • 52% are male
    • 48% are female
    • 22% are African American
    • 22% are Hispanic
    • 44% are Caucasian
    • The average age is eight years old
    • 11% are between 15 and 17 years old
    • The average time in foster care is 31 months
  3. Approximately one in five children in the U.S. foster care system waiting to be adopted are teens.
  4. Only 5 percent of all children adopted in 2017 were 15 – 18 years old.
  5. The risk of homelessness and human trafficking is increased for teenagers in foster care.

TC Celebrates by Offering Free Childcare

As a nanny agency who is dedicated and committed to helping families and children thrive, we support this day with something special.

In honor of National Adoption Day, we are giving 5 hours of FREE childcare to any Phoenix family in our agency that has an adopted child or is a foster parent. Enjoy a date night or a mom’s night out, because you deserve it!

If you want to take advantage of this, please reach out to by emailing info@trustingconnections.com.

This offer is only valid for care used on November 23rd.

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Local Business Feature: DCFit 2nd Anniversary

*** Trusting Connections’ local business feature this week is DCFit, a place that is more than just a gym. DCFit was established in 2017 in Tempe, Arizona***
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DCFit 2nd Anniversary – A Free Event For The Community

On Saturday, March 9, 2019, DCFit will be celebrating their 2nd Anniversary celebration from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. This FREE event is for everyone. Bring the whole family to DCFit and enjoy a free workout, shop, games, entertainment, loads of fun, and learn more about what DCFit has to offer! More event details here. 

DCFit is not like any other gym. Their mission is to provide an environment that offers personal attention to achieve full body and functional fitness for everyone in a group dynamic for all levels of athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Customers feel welcome and comfortable when they walk through the doors. Their goal of taking the fear factor of coming to the gym makes it more than just a place someone goes to workout; DCFit is a community.

Become a member and enjoy all the benefits they have to offer including group workouts to help modify and challenge any level from beginner to advance. From kickboxing, kettlebells, to circuit training, DCFit is equipped and ready to pump up your energy and improve your cardio fitness.

DCFit also has discount programs including:

  • Military
  • Student
  • Teacher
  • Corporate

Sign up for the free event by clicking here.

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DCFit is one of the local participating businesses that are a part of Trusting Connections’ Membership Discount Program. Families and employees of Trusting Connections can enjoy 30 days of unlimited group fitness classes for just $30 when they show their TC Membership card or Employee nametag.

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TC’s Top 10 Picks for Kids Activities in Phoenix

Content enthusiastically approved by Co-Founder and Momtrepreneur, Rosalind Prather. Writing accredited to Kayla Formalejo, Trusting Connections Intern.
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Looking for the best kids activities in Phoenix? Search no further! Our childcare experts have narrowed your choices down to our Top 10 favorites for locals and visitors alike.

  1. LEGOLAND Discovery Center

Why We Love It: LEGOS® GALORE! Get ready to enter the land of Legos® and watch, build and play in all 10 of the different attractions offered. Spark your little builder’s imagination by walking through MINILAND® – a town built from over a million different bricks, making up interactive play towers, airships and city landscape. Next, race your speedy Lego® car at the tracks, garden at the DUPLO® farm, or get tips and tricks on building at the Creative Workshop. Finally, don’t forget to visit Olivia, Emma, Mia and Andrea at Lego® Friends Heartlake City or explore the extensive Dino exhibit! Once you think you’ve seen it all, encourage your kiddo to run around on the jungle gym with the other little builders and afterwards, enjoy a carefully crafted treat at the Café.

2. Scottsdale’s McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

Why We Love It: Spark your long-forgotten love of getting your hands and feet dirty. See the world from the eyes of your children again. At this 30-acre railroad park, there’s plenty of room for running around and blowing off some steam (pun intended). Bring your train lovers to explore the museum with model trains and a full-sized train on site to gawk over. Don’t forget to board the miniature train-ride afterwards to make it a full experience. Say yes to a beautiful day in the sunniest parts of Arizona. And make sure you’re on your best behavior, or else the “Sheriff” might take you to “jail”! In addition to the two shaded playgrounds, there’s a mini Western town with a stagecoach, jail and a general store. A carousel, snack bars, souvenir shops, ramadas – there’s nothing this park doesn’t have.

3. i.d.e.a Museum

Why We Love It: Museum? More like an indoor playground built for adventure! Spark and satisfy curiosity and get those creative juices flowing by exploring, creating and discovering through one, or all, of the multi-themed hands-on activities and imaginative “towns” available. Try ARTVILLE to explore and discover through this tactile and imaginative play. Fascination always comes with construction, and here they offer the opportunity to become a real-life builder. Construct and design structures, buildings and bridges at the HUB. Then, geek out with your little one and engage in the interactive Solar System exhibit. This exhibit is created with science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM). Finally, enjoy one of the special exhibits such as Infant Messy Creations Series for sensory exploration. We all know how hard it is to enforce “keep your hands to yourself”!

4. OdySea Aquarium 

Why We Love It: This will have people of all ages mesmerized and amazed! Lots of energy and boundless curiosity? Don’t miss out on a perfect family-outing where you’ll get the most bang for your buck, with displays ranging from captivating to informational. OdySea is the largest marine aquarium in the Southwest, spanning over 200,000 square feet, holding 2M gallons of water! There are over 30,000 animals and 500 different species in 50 exhibits to keep your attention. Give your kiddos the opportunity to see live marine-life when pictures from a book come to life: exhibits including penguins, sea turtles, jellyfish and countless more.

Tour guides span the area with knowledgeable facts and answers ready to questions. If that’s not enough, there are special tours available such as the Shark Tour, exploring all about sharks from a behind the scenes look and visiting the kitchen to learn what they eat and specifics about veterinary care.

5. Butterfly Wonderland

Why We Love It: This place is truly a “wonder”land. Start with the educational and moving 3D film about the flight and plight of the Monarch Butterflies. Afterwards, watch the beautiful butterflies dry their wings in the Emergence Gallery and follow them into the largest Rainforest Conservatory in the United States. Then, prepare to be transported into a serene and surreal world where you will find yourself amongst over 3,000 free-flying butterflies of various species from around the world, fluttering between the lush tropical plants and flowers.

Keep the camera handy! You’ll want to capture this one-of-a-kind experience by the dozens; worthy of its own album. This is a great way to get the little ones to move slowly and if they stand still long enough, a butterfly hitch-hiker might land on a shoulder. The fun doesn’t stop there though. Get an up-close and educational experience with the Rainforest Reptile and Amphibian exhibit. Then, see the Honey Bee Extravaganza and the large Aquariums filled with African Cichllids, Amazon Pacu fish and other colorful exotic fish.

6. Children’s Museum of Phoenix

Why We Love It: This museum is better described as the Children’s Playhouse of Phoenix! You can entertain littles or bigs with three floors of nonstop fun. Each floor has a baby zone and a big kid zone for safe play. A giant jungle gym treehouse made of recycled materials encompasses the first floor for climbing, hopping, skipping, and sliding. Next, take the kiddos upstairs to the second floor for more focus-based activities like arts and crafts, creating/building and learning stations. Keep exploring to find all the hits: a grocery store, a “house” area with baby dolls, a pizza shop, a noodle forest, a racetrack, and a tricycle carwash. Mini games, workshops and magic shows – even the parents will find themselves wanting to come back!

7. Arizona Museum of Natural History

Why We Love It: Listen up, Arizonians and visitors! The perfect way to learn the history of how this state came to be through the eyes of the Natives is at the Arizona Museum of Natural History. Not only will your little ones learn in an educational and fun way, but you’ll probably gain some insight to history even you never knew before. Explore the Anthropology Section to learn about the daily habits and living techniques of the early Arizona settlers. Take a step back in time and see all of the different fossils of dinosaurs, fish and wildlife. With over 50,000 historic objects in 7 different collections, you and your little ones will have plenty to see!

8. Musical Instrument Museum

Why We Love It: Make some memories at the Musical Instrument Museum! There is a variety of classes for all different age levels. Mini music makers up to age five have the opportunity to play, sing and dance with each other. Or, explore the different cultures that make up the beauty of music from around the world. Plan your visit during the special events to experience one-of-a-kind concert. However, a spectacular collection of instruments is always on display. Your kids will not only be immersed in the music. They will also learn music history and be introduced to tunes from different continents.

9. iFLY Phoenix Indoor Skydiving

Why We Love It:  Calling all thrill-seekers, ages 3-103! Ever want to know what it’s like to fly? Ever want to skydive, but don’t want to jump out of a big airplane? Or, if you’re just looking for some good ol’ excitement, here it is! A dream becomes a reality as you float on a smooth cushion of air in the Wind Tunnel at iFLY, an indoor Phoenix Indoor Skydiving arena. The expertly trained and certified Bodyflight instructors will guide you through the fully controlled “flying” adventure.

Feeling really brave? Also available for the ultimate thrill, is iFLY VR with the rush of skydiving from a 13,000 feet free-fall with Virtual Reality technology, set in various spectacular locations. Some events are custom designed for individuals with physical and cognitive challenges.

10. As You Wish

Why We Love It: Pottery and paint, this is arts and crafts made easy and fun for the whole family. To start, choose from a wide variety of creative pottery options: plates, platters, photo holders, planters, bowls, cups, wall hangings, animals, characters and more. What seems like an unlimited selection of colors of paint line the walls, along with brushes and stencils. Then get to painting and make them your own – the limit of your imagination is the only limit! After the masterpiece is done baking, return and see your little ones beam with joy and pride when they receive their finished creation! Classes and workshops are available for those who want to get a little more fancy. Big groups and party events are encouraged – the more the merrier!

Looking for high quality child care? Our nannies and sitters are your gateway to kid-free time. But that doesn’t mean your kiddos have to miss out. Our nannies and sitters can take kids on pre-approved outings to enjoy these and other kids activities in Phoenix.  If you live in Phoenix, check out everything our memberships have to offer. Just visiting? Our Resort and Hotel Sitters are the perfect addition to your vacation.

More Kids Activities in Phoenix…

Honorable Mention: Our Co-Founder, Rosalind Prather, raves about Makutu’s Island: “My kids beg to drive all the way up to Chandler just for this. This massive indoor jungle gym is fashioned like a sprawling tree. It’s imaginative, great exercise and loads of adventurous fun. My husband and I even crawl through the tunnels and go down the slides, which really makes the girls giggle.”

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Fall In Love With Phoenix’s Newest Nanny Agency

TC’s Fall Family Event + Grand Opening Celebration

Saturday, October 13th at 9:30-11:30 AM
Location: 1490 S Price Rd. Suite 210D Chandler, AZ 85286

Trusting Connections is hosting a FREE event for Phoenix families in celebration of the grand opening of our award-winning nanny agency and sitter service! Join us for breakfast treats, a mimosa bar, live music, games, activities and entertainment for kids, door prizes and more!

Families and childcare professionals all over the Valley (Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Mesa, and surrounding areas) are invited to come and celebrate with us!

Trusting Connections Nanny Agency and the Chandler Chamber of Commerce will perform the ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday morning on October 13th followed with family-friendly entertainment, food, and games for the kids!

If you are parents who are looking into finding a nanny, come to the event and meet the Co-Founders and learn more about us! Whether it’s occasional care, date nights, sick backup care, or consistent full-time childcare, Trusting Connections can definitely help. Trusting Connections is an all-service nanny agency, helping families connect with loving, fun, qualified, and experienced nannies and sitters all over the Phoenix area, 24/7, 365 days a year. Here are some of the services we provide:

  • Full-time Nannies
  • Permanent Placements
  • Part-time Nannies
  • As-needed Nannies
  • Corporate Care
  • Hotel and Resort sitters
  • Special Events Sitter Services (Weddings, Conferences, Parties, etc.)
  • Church Care
  • Family Assistant

Explore more services we provide on our Services page.

Nannies, sitters, and other childcare professionals who are interested in working with Trusting Connections can also come to the event and meet the office staff to see what jobs opportunities we offer. We are family supporters and nanny advocates, providing support for our families and nannies. Working with nanny agencies, like Trusting Connections is the best and safest option for nannies, sitters, and other childcare professionals. Read ‘Why Nannies Need Agencies‘ to see all the benefits in working with us!

Trusting Connections can’t wait to help connect Phoenix families and nannies all over the Valley! Take the whole family out for a fun-filled event and fall in love with Phoenix’s newest nanny agency; we can’t wait to meet you all!

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National Nanny Recognition Week – Phoenix

In celebration of National Nanny Recognition Week, Trusting Connections would like to dedicate a few blog posts this week to highlight some of our wonderful TC nannies.
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Today, we want to highlight and feature one of our newest Phoenix nannies, Sophia Santos!

Phoenix is Trusting Connections’ third and latest location, helping and connecting families and nannies since this past July. Sophia has played such a valuable and significant role during this exciting time by representing us and the standards we hold in providing high-quality, safe, and dependable childcare.

We reached out to Sophia and asked her a few questions to get some insights from a nanny’s perspective about nannying and the significance of National Nanny Recognition Week!

 

Q: Why did you become a nanny? How’s your experience being a nanny been thus far?

A: I’m going to school to be a teacher! So I figured nannying would be a good experience to get my foot in the door! Before nannying, I taught for two years at a daycare center that I loved! Unfortunately, once I moved it was too long of a commute so nannying was the next step! I’ve loved every part of being a nanny! I love getting to know the kids and figured out what they like and dislike and being able to cater to their needs. Being a special figure in their life is an incredible thing.

 

Q: What’s your favorite thing about being a nanny?

A: My favorite thing about being a nanny is being able to become a child again, but also take on responsibility when needed.

 

Q: If you could recall one of the most memorable moments/advice from being a nanny, what would it be?

A: I am an only child, so I grew up lonely in family situations which always helped me become independent. However, childhood is so important and memorable to me. I love being able to connect with a child and help them be the best person they can be.

 

Q: Do you think nannies & sitters are important people? Why so?

A: I think nannies and sitters are extremely important for a child and their family. The parents need someone they can trust, and the child needs someone they can give their full attention to. Nannies are hard workers because they know their responsibilities and value their jobs.

 

Q: What are your thoughts on National Nanny Recognition Week?

A: National Nanny Recognition Week is such a great way of appreciating the nannies who go above and beyond for their jobs, and it is important to praise them so they will continue being the best they can be for their families.

 

Are you enjoying reading these Q&A posts? Let us know if you would like us to interview more of our nannies by leaving a comment below! We will be featuring our Tucson nannies next, so be on the lookout for our next blog post!

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Did you know nannies are legally recognized as household employees? That means our nannies are and should be acknowledged as professional childcare providers and caregivers. Trusting Connections is committed to advocating for our nannies by offering support and recognition throughout the year.

National Nanny Recognition Week,  September 23-29th, is a week during which “families, businesses, and the media will be encouraged to focus on the positive aspects of the nanny profession, the important role nannies play in the lives of the families and the wonderful contribution they make in the lives of the children they care for.”

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Family-Friendly Events This Labor Day Weekend

It’s Labor Day weekend, and that means the kids are home, you (the parents) get to enjoy a long 3-day weekend to relax and reward yourself for all the hard work you are doing. With the whole family together, you can celebrate the holiday weekend by attending family-friendly events are happening around town. Trusting Connections have compiled a list of fun family-friendly events for our families in Tucson, Phoenix, and Dallas-Fort Worth to do and attend over this weekend.

 

Events For Our Tucson Families

St Philip’s Plaza Artisan and Classic Market
Saturday, September 1st – September 30th, 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Bring the family out to St Philip’s Plaza Artisan and Classic Market. Explore and try out new food and check out wonderful crafts from vendors all around the area. St Philip’s Plaza Artisan and Classic Market take place every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon starting this Saturday until the end of September.

Address: 4280 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718

Say Goodbye to the Dog Days of Summer
Saturday, September 1st – Monday, September 3rd, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
As we say goodbye to summer and celebrating the upcoming fall, Old Tucson is celebrating with fun-filled events for the whole family, including their beloved pets! There will be dog diving contest hosted by DockDogs. You can register your do online in advance if you are interested in competing. Bring the entire family out to enjoy games and prizes, vendors, nonprofit exhibitors, and much more!

Admission: $19.95 for adults, discounts for seniors, military and Pima County residents. Free admission for kids ages 11 and under.
Address: 201 S. Kinney Rd. Tucson, AZ 85735

 

Events For Our Families In And Around Phoenix

Dino-Mite Event At Outlets At Anthem
Saturday, September 1st, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bring the kids out to an unforgettable Dino-Mite event this Saturday, September 1 as Dino Crew Entertainment will be on-site bringing the past to the present with their realistic dinosaur robots and puppets! Kids can participate in hands-on activities like digging for fossils and more. This event is open for all kids. Free admission and fun for the whole family!

For additional information, visit the Outlets at Anthem website.
Address: 4250 W Anthem Way, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Sweet Corn Festival at Mortimer Farms
Saturday, September 1st – Sunday, September 2nd, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sweet Corn season is here so come and celebrate a full day of “a-MAIZE-ing” attractions, games, farm activities, food and more! Admission includes a special harvest meal, farm-inspired rides, slides, swings, admission to U-pick Fields (filled with veggies, strawberries, and blackberries) and much more! Help give back to the community by bringing two cans of nonperishable items over this weekend! All donations will be sent to the Yavapai Food Bank.  To purchase tickets, visit the Mortimer Farms website.

Festival Admission: $15.00 per person (Free admission for children 2 & Under).
Address: 12907 E. State Route 169 Dewey, AZ 86327

 

Events For Our DFW Families

Labor Day Weekend Dino Fest at Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Saturday, September 1st – Sunday, September 2nd, 10 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join the fun this Labor Day weekend at Perot’s inaugural Dino Fest — a celebration of all things dinosaur! Bring the whole family out to meet Museum paleontologists and get a first look at the new Paleo Lab! Enjoy tours, exhibits, dinosaur trivia, special workshops, and most of all, meet modern-day dinosaurs! The event includes dino dig pits, learning sessions with Museum paleontologists, create dinosaur-themed crafts, and more fun-filled activities! To get in the spirit, Perot invites guests to wear their favorites dinosaur gear or costumes! Purchase tickets here.

General admission is $20 for adults (ages 13-64), $13 for youth (ages 2-12) and $14 for seniors (65+). Free admission for children 1 year and younger.
Address: 2201 N Field St, Dallas, TX 75201

We Salute Our Military and First Responders at Reunion Tower
Saturday, September 1st – Monday, September 3rd, 10:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
In honoring Labor Day this weekend, take the family out the Reunion Tower to show appreciation for those who keep us safe. Enjoy panoramic views of the world’s best skyline. There will be interactive exhibits and unique perspectives including the newest 360-degree video experience. For the whole month of September, Military personnel and first responders will receive 50% off GeO-Deck tickets upon showing their valid ID. This event is open to all ages. Purchase tickets here.

Address: 300 Reunion Blvd E Dallas, TX 75207

Youth Rodeo at State Fair Park
Saturday, September 1st – Sunday, September 2nd, Starts at 8:00 a.m.
Fair Park has their 2018 pre-Fair equine events to kick-off the State Fair of Texas. Take the family out for a day of fun family-friendly entertainment! There will be breakaway roping, barrel racing, pole bending competitions. The event will take place in the Fair Park Coliseum and the Livestock Judging Pavilion. Events and shows happen every weekend through September 16. All shows, including the Youth Rodeo happening this weekend, is free to the public. All times and locations are subject to change.

Address: 1121 First Ave., Dallas, TX 75210

 

Close up the summer with these fun-filled, family-friendly activities and events this Labor Day weekend!

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