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Summer's almost here, and for kids it means freedom from homework, early alarms, and rushing out the door to catch the bus. For parents, it's a little more complicated than that. Between mid-June and late August, there's a long stretch of open time to fill — along with the very real concern that your child could lose ground academically. That concern is justified. When kids spend the summer disengaged, the effects show up in the fall. Educators call it the summer slide, the g

When you think about a child's school day, it's easy to focus on what happens between the morning bell and afternoon dismissal. But the...

When we asked our youth to show us what Together we rise means to them, they painted a picture of community that took our breath away....

In a world full of mission statements, vision boards, and enough corporate values to wallpaper an office building, it's easy to become...

There's something magical about the phrase "Home Sweet Home." It evokes warmth, security, and a sense of belonging. At Neighborhood...

As we wrap up our 60 Day Chiller Challenge , I want to express my gratitude for your engagement throughout this campaign. Your...

It's hard to believe we're already 35 days into our 60 Day Chiller Challenge. I wanted to touch base and give you a quick update on where...

As summer temperatures continue to soar, we’re facing a critical challenge, one that threatens our ability to serve our community. Our...

Yesterday, it was 96° in Wilmington, and our building’s aging chiller — the core of our air conditioning system — couldn’t keep up. The...

As the school year winds down, the quest for a fulfilling summer experience for your kids begins. At Neighborhood House, we believe...

We would love to have you join us for a very special event that only comes around once a year — our Annual Meeting. As we approach our...

In the heart of our community, Neighborhood House serves as a hub of support and encouragement. One of the programs where stories of...

Today I’m reaching out to share something very close to my heart and integral to what we do here at Neighborhood House. Our Adopt A Family...

We're three weeks into September, and this month has already been a whirlwind of activities, learning, and fun in our Youth Development...

Are you looking to reconnect with nature and your neighbors? Then you won't want to miss our community presentation on the Southbridge...

Neighborhood House's Adopt A Family program has been a cornerstone of community support for many years, uniting generous individuals and...

There's a saying that goes, "When looking for treasures, sometimes you need only look as far as your own back yard." This treasure is in...

Join Neighborhood House on May 15th between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, for Wilmington Community Cleanup Day as we clean and beautify the area...

SEL (Social Emotional Learning), also known as "Positive Action" is an evidence-based method of teaching the children in our school-aged...