A note from Aaron, our new Support Coach

Meet Aaron. He recently joined the Kids Matter team as a Support Coach, and is keen to encourage facilitators in all aspects of running programmes in their communities. He loves the outdoors, owns the best dog in the world and has even published a poetry book, “Being Still – A Quiet Revolution.” Years ago, my … Read more

There is no better time to get out and surround ourselves with nature, but what are you supposed to eat? Ironically, the most popular camping foods, meals, and snacks are so highly processed that they bear little resemblance to real food. From the chips to the sugar-filled trail mix, the hotdog buns to the deli … Read more

Dear Little Otter Family, Thank you for being part of the Little Otter community. Your trust in us to care for your little ones and your family means everything. On World Mental Health Day, a day that brings attention to the mental health challenges people face worldwide, I want to talk about something that is … Read more

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Thai-inspired Red Curry Salmon is simmered in an incredibly tasty coconut red curry sauce with bell peppers, garlic and onions. Red Curry Salmon Red Curry Salmon is a quick and flavorful salmon recipe, perfect for those busy nights when you want something delicious and nutritious, … Read more

What do a keto dieter,  raw vegan, and backpacker have in common? If they don’t eat enough, their hair may start falling out. In other words, keto doesn’t cause hair loss directly. Instead, it is the significant shift in what and how much we eat that can cause us to lose hair. Fortunately, there is … Read more

As summer fades and the new school year approaches, many caregivers find themselves wondering how their kids will adjust to the change. It’s natural for children to experience some emotional turbulence during the transition back to school, but how can parents distinguish between typical adjustment difficulties and more serious concerns? This article will explore emotional … Read more

Kids Matter is a remote-first organisation, with most collaborations and decisions taking place over a screen. Whilst remote working has allowed us flexibility in hiring and operations, it does come with its challenges and C-me Colour Profiling is one of the tools we use to help us work more efficiently and empathetically with one another.  … Read more

By ALISTER MARTIN and TARA MENON If a friend were to ask you which state, Massachusetts or Texas, has a more streamlined federal benefits enrollment program, what would your guess be? Having screened over 17,000 families and helped them obtain more than $1.8M in federal and state aid through our work in both Massachusetts and … Read more

If you notice your child hurting themselves, or you think your child is considering self-harm, it’s important to speak with a child mental health expert. (If you’re noticing more physical behavior, like head-banging or cutting, it’s important to seek a medical evaluation as well, to make sure their bodies are a-okay.) A mental health evaluation … Read more

Kids Matter to row in the Great River Race for a second year! Kids Matter is excited to announce that we will be participating in the Great River Race for the second year running, and we have a full team of enthusiastic rowers ready to raise funds to support our vision to see every child … Read more