Introduction to The Basics
The Basics is a powerful, evidence-based program designed to help children from birth to age 5 develop the essential cognitive, emotional, and social skills needed for a lifetime of success. The program highlights the importance of simple, everyday interactions—such as talking, reading, and playing—with caregivers to boost brain development and set children on a path toward reaching their full potential.
The Basics Principles
The Basics uses five fun, simple, and effective parenting principles that support early childhood brain development. The five principles are: Maximize Love, Manage Stress; Talk, Sing, and Point; Count, Group, and Compare; Explore Through Movement and Play; and Read and Discuss Stories.
Why Impact Alamance is Investing in The Basics
At Impact Alamance, we are dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families in Alamance County. We believe that early childhood development is crucial for lifelong success, and The Basics program aligns perfectly with our mission to foster a stronger, more well-resourced community. By investing in The Basics, we aim to:
Enhance Child Development: Promote the healthy cognitive and emotional development of children, ensuring they enter school ready to succeed.
Support Families and Caregivers: Empower parents and caregivers with simple, effective strategies to engage with their children in nurturing ways.
Create Long-term Community Impact: By investing in early childhood development today, we are helping to build a more educated, prosperous, and well-connected community for the future.
How The Basics Will Positively Impact Our Community
The Basics provides families with the tools to engage in everyday, positive interactions that promote brain development. Research shows that these early experiences are critical to laying the foundation for future success. When parents and caregivers are equipped with knowledge and resources, children are more likely to:
By expanding The Basics program in Alamance County, we aim to ensure that every child in our community has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Stay Tuned: How to Get Involved
We’re excited to bring The Basics to our community, and we encourage parents, caregivers, and all community members to stay tuned for more information. In the coming weeks, we’ll share details about how you can get involved, including how to sign up for The Basics messaging platform to receive helpful tips and resources directly on your phone.
Keep an eye on this page and our social media channels for updates!
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Impact Alamance is a foundation formed from the merger between Alamance Regional Medical Center and Cone Health.
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