The Family Tree

During SCCAN's Annual Retreat, we proudly recognized two exceptional leaders as the inaugural recipients of awards established to honor champions of child abuse prevention.

Dr. Wendy Lane received the SCCAN Award of Excellence in Prevention & Policy for her outstanding leadership and lasting contributions to advancing prevention efforts and shaping policy.

Vanessa Milio received the SCCAN Award of Excellence in Prevention & Raising Awareness in recognition of her dedication to increasing public awareness and strengthening prevention initiatives across Maryland.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Wendy Lane and Vanessa Milio on this well-deserved recognition! 💙👏

Their leadership, vision, and commitment continue to inspire all of us working to ensure every child has the opportunity to grow up safe, supported, and thriving.

Maryland Essentials for Childhood Center for Hope

Looking for ways to keep your child reading this summer? 📖✨ Try these 10 simple and fun tips to make reading a regular (and exciting) part of your family’s summer routine. From audiobooks to beachside read-alouds, there’s something for every reader!

Creating a safe sleep environment helps reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant deaths, including accidental suffocation. Here are a few important tips to help keep your baby safe while they sleep.

Just 1 month away! 🎉 Join us on August 6th for the 2026 Best of Baltimore Party, presented by Old Bay! Let's rave — more food, more drinks, more music, and more room to dance as we toast to everything that makes Charm City shine. 🍸✨ Proceeds support The Family Tree, helping families and kids across Maryland.

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