HCRC ensures that children and families are safe, healthy and ready for success! In 2000, 526 S.
What is now known as Howe Community Resource Center started out as a small parent resource room at Howe School. Realizing that the space at Howe School was limited and having bigger visions, stakeholders began looking for a permanent building. Monroe Ave (a former AAA) was purchased and remodeled through the hard work and generosity of many in the community. The name was changed in 2013 to Howe Co
mmunity Resource Center, recognizing the role the center plays as a resource and our efforts in building community. By 2004, momentum had grown and many of the programs and services offered at the resource center were thriving. Oral Health Partnership was created and, in 2006, a state of the art, 3-chair dental clinic was added to provide full service dental care to underinsured or uninsured children. In 2009, we became a gateway agency for The Community Partnership for Children, thus beginning our parenting program
We know we have something very special and unique. As we look to the future, we look to expand the number of resource center created programs, as well as maintain partnership programs. The resource center is one of the three gateway agencies in our community that provide services to ensure children, prenatal to 5 years old, are safe, healthy, and ready for school. New programs and exciting new directions have called for new staff members. We have come a long way from that small, one room resource center and we are excited about where we will go next! We do not have service restrictions based on age or income, and we serve all of Brown County, so take a look at what we offer and join in the fun!
04/28/2026
Sometimes the best learning happens in the mess
During a recent home visit, we covered animal toys in shaving cream and then washed them clean.
What looks like just play is actually building language, curiosity, and confidence. Naming the animals, talking through what’s happening, and sharing the experience together supports both learning and connection.
This is what home visiting is all about, meeting families where they’re at and making learning part of real life.
04/24/2026
💛 Voices from Home Visiting 💛
We wanted to share Daisie’s story.
She moved to a new community as a mom of two, not knowing many people and trying to find connection. What started as looking for something simple to do with her kids led her to playgroup, and eventually to home visiting.
Through that support, she found confidence, stability, and her voice as a parent.
Today, she continues to give back by sharing her story, advocating for families, and serving on the Board of Directors and Parents as Teachers Advisory Committee.
What started as one small step turned into so much more. 🤍
04/24/2026
💛 Voices from Home Visiting 💛
We wanted to share Alejandra’s story.
She first came into home visiting as a parent, looking for support and connection. Through that experience, she found reassurance, resources, and a space where she felt heard.
Over time, that support grew into something more. Confidence, leadership, and finding her voice.
Now, she shows up for families in that same way. Creating space for honest conversations, supporting parents without judgment, and helping them feel seen and not alone.
This is the heart of home visiting.
Sometimes it comes full circle. 🤍
04/23/2026
We had a really sweet night planting seeds with families 🌱
It was simple, but created so many natural moments for connection—parents and kids sitting together, talking, exploring, and getting excited about what they planted.
Gardening is such an easy way to build parent-child interaction and support development without it feeling forced.
Sometimes the simplest things end up meaning the most 💛
04/23/2026
Family voice is one of the most important ways we understand our impact. 💛
We asked families to share what this program has meant to them, and their words are such a beautiful reminder that this work is about so much more than visits. It’s about trust, confidence, connection, and families feeling supported as they grow alongside their children.
We're so grateful for the families who continue to let us walk alongside them in such meaningful seasons of life. 💫
This National Home Visiting Week, we’re celebrating what was possible over the last year through trust, consistency, and walking alongside families. 🩵
Together, we partnered with 61 families, supported 63 children, completed 633 home visits, and ensured 100% of families were connected to resources and children received annual developmental and health screenings.
Behind every number is a relationship, a parent feeling less alone, a child reaching a milestone, and a family knowing they have someone in their corner.
We are so proud of our home visiting team and so grateful to the families who invite us into their journeys. Relationships truly change outcomes. 🪴
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04/21/2026
It takes a team to do this work well.
Some days it’s planned, some days it’s a little messy… and most days it’s both.
But it’s always rooted in connection, relationships, and showing up for families.
This week, we’re celebrating the people who make that possible — and the impact it has in our community. 💛
04/20/2026
We’re kicking off the inaugural , thanks to Institute FSP This week, we celebrate the important work of home visitors everywhere and at Howe Community Resource Center serving the community. Stay tuned for more spotlights throughout the week!
04/17/2026
🌷 We invite you to join us for an evening of connection and celebration as we mark 30 years of impact in our community.
Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal and refreshments, time to explore the gardens in full bloom, and a brief program highlighting the meaningful work accomplished alongside families over the past three decades.
This milestone reflects what is possible through strong community partnerships and shared commitment. We look forward to honoring this progress and continuing to support families as they thrive in the years ahead.
🌟 For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, please contact Corrissa at ccfrank@gbaps.org or 920-614-9265.
04/16/2026
Today is World Semicolon Day—a reminder that your story isn’t over. 🦋
A semicolon is used when a sentence could have ended, but didn’t. Just like you. No story should end too soon.
No matter how heavy things feel, there is more to your story, more chapters to write, and more moments ahead that matter.
Let today be a gentle nudge to check in with yourself and with others. A message, a conversation, a small act of care can make a big difference.
If you or someone you know needs support, you are not alone. You can call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, or chat via 988lifeline.org.
Your story continues. 💛
04/15/2026
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and one of the most powerful ways we protect children is by building on the strengths already within families 💙
This month, we’re inviting families to try the 5 in 5 Challenge from Five for Families. Each day of the week focuses on a different family strength, with simple ideas that support connection, resilience, support systems, self-care, and helping children understand feelings.
Sometimes prevention looks like the small things:
✨ a device-free dinner
✨ asking for help
✨ taking time to recharge
✨ naming feelings with your child
✨ leaning into your support system
These everyday moments help create safety, trust, and strong family relationships.
Try one new idea this week and see what fits your family best. Small moments really do matter. 💙
04/10/2026
Yesterday’s family egg hunt was so much fun 🐣🌷 The kids had an absolute blast finding eggs, and the park was the perfect spot because after the hunt so many families stayed to play, run around, and enjoy the beautiful day together. Those are the best kinds of moments to get to witness, when the fun naturally turns into connection, laughter, and families just enjoying time with one another 💛
We loved getting to see so much joy, play, and community yesterday.
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Howe Community Resource Center (HCRC), in partnership with Howe Elementary School, builds a strong and resilient community through education and support to children and their families.
The Center lives our mission by providing services to Howe Elementary School children and families as well as providing parenting education and support to young at-risk families in Brown County. We are celebrating a 20+ year relationship/partnership with Howe Elementary School. We believe by providing support in the areas of increased attendance and parent engagement, students have a greater chance at academic success.
In our comprehensive and intensive parenting work, we also want to see families succeed. The major component of our parenting program is home visitation with families who have children under five to ensure all children are healthy, safe and ready to learn. We focus on three main areas in every home visit: Parent-child interaction, family well-being and developmental milestones.
Building relationships is key to our work. Whether we are building relationships at Howe School or in our parenting program, it is trust that must be established between our staff and the children and families. As a result of building relationships and trust, we are able to work positively together.
Vision
HCRC positively impacts children and their children. HCRC is a strong and collaborative partner in increasing academic success of Howe Elementary School students. We are a part of growing successful children to develop into healthy and productive citizens. HCRC is creative and nimble in responding to Howe School and community needs.
Values
HCRC has five guiding values that guide our work
Judgment free
Integrity
Compassion
Trauma Informed *
Sense of achievement and empowerment
Trauma Informed* means we recognize many of the people we work with have experienced adverse childhood experiences that have traumatized these individuals. Rather than looking for what is wrong with them, we ask what happened to you that helps us understand why they may be acting or reacting in certain ways.
