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Lakeland Family Resource Center is available to all families for free, regardless of income. We offer programs, events, support, education and resource assistance in Washburn County and surrounding counties.
Family Programs
Lakeland Family Resource Center has play groups and resources for all ages of children and their parents, including relatives as parents. We want to provide a supportive and educational environment while, most importantly, having fun and meeting new people.
Parent Education
Lakeland Family Resource Center offers parenting education on many topics
Learn new parenting skills and techniques to help reduce stress in your family and how to manage stress so parenting is an enjoyable experience.
About Us
Improving the Community and Quality of Life in Washburn County and Beyond
School to Home Program
Lakeland Family Resource Center has a staff member at every school district in Washburn County to help connect children and families to area resources. You can refer yourself or refer a family.
Community Response Program
We assist area families who find themselves in emergency situations with food, housing and other basic needs.
Children and Family Development Events and Programs
Play groups, family nights, parenting education and more - Lakeland Family Resource Center has ongoing children and family development programs for a healthier, stronger community.
Events
Support Lakeland Family Resource Center and join us at our next community event!
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Community Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Lakeland Family Resource Center’s Pop-up-Pantry is stocked on the first and third Thursday of each month by noon. We also stock daily with donations from community members and local businesses as we receive them.
The School to Home Liaison Program is based within each school district in Washburn County offering extra support to students and their families. To refer a family or yourself, please call your child's school district and ask to be connected to their School to Home Liaison.
Our programs for youth and teens include:
Babysitting Clinic
Middle School Afterschool program (1 night/week)
Summer Shell Lake Beach Playgroup
Family Nights (Family Skate night is very popular with youth and teens)
We also partner with the WashCo Prevention team for the Leadership Adventure and County-wide youth programs
Playgroup is a time for families (children and adults) to meet new friends, play, learn and grow. Playgroups include activities, stories, crafts, snacks, and free play. Playgroup is a great way to make new friends, meet up with old friends, and learn together. Playgroups during the school year are geared toward families with children 0-5 years old, however older children are welcome. During the summer months, school-age children often come to playgroups as well and we offer activities for the other children as well. Playgroups are held multiple times each week, please visit our program page for the current playgroup schedule.
Lakeland offers a number of services that can support families. If we are not able to provide the service needed, we work with the families to find the appropriate service and make referrals as needed.
Still have questions?
Contact us today for information about our programs and community resources.
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