Welcome to Eaton RESA
Our Mission is to serve our community by providing and enhancing educational opportunities for students, families and educators throughout the Eaton RESA service area.
One Resource Can Make a Difference for a Family—and an Entire School Community
As colder weather approaches and the holiday season draws near, Michigan families are preparing for expenses that can put additional pressure on household budgets. Heating bills, housing, groceries, childcare, transportation, and health care already compete for limited dollars. Holiday meals, gatherings, travel, and gifts can add to those costs, while changes to SNAP food assistance requirements are creating additional challenges for some households.
These financial pressures extend well beyond families receiving public assistance. Nearly four in ten Michiganders struggle to afford basic needs, including many working households whose incomes are above the federal poverty line, according to research from the University of Michigan.[1]
But financial assistance is only one reason someone might need a community resource. A parent may be looking for free tutoring for their child, support for a young person who is vaping or using substances, or job training to pursue a new career. Someone navigating mental health challenges or substance use recovery may be looking for a support group or additional services, especially during a season that can bring added stress or isolation. A caregiver may need support, while another family might simply be looking for affordable activities to enjoy together.
That's where the Eaton RESA Tri-County Community Health Guide can help.
District Leaders Learn About New Behavioral Health Center to Support Students and Families
The Capital Area Leadership Network (CALN), a group of school district superintendents and administrators, recently heard from Dr. Michael Nanzer, Executive Director of Behavioral Health at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow, who presented “Shaping the Future of Behavioral Health for Our Community.”
Free Early Childhood Playgroups Offered
Families in Eaton County are invited to FREE Community Playgroups designed for children and infants from birth through 5 years old, along with their siblings. These fun and engaging playgroups will be held in Grand Ledge, Charlotte and Eaton Rapids. Please see the complete list of playgroups and locations.
Each playgroup offers a welcoming space for families to connect while children enjoy stories, movement activities, art, social interaction and plenty of play. Parents and caregivers must remain with their children at all times, and each child will receive a free book to take home.
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