The Denver Care Project

04/10/2025

Take a look at these free family-friendly events and activities happening around Denver!

03/13/2025

Check out these family friendly St. Patrick's Day events happening around Denver this weekend!

https://denvermomcollective.com/family-friendly-st-patricks-day-celebrations-in-denver/ #:~:text=Olde%20Town%20Arvada's%20St.&text=Patrick's%20Day%20Festival%20from%20noon,As%20always%2C%20admission%20is%20FREE!

03/03/2025

Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day by doing one or more of these suggested acts of kindness to others (and yourself), and read here about some of the health benefits of kindness: https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/17/health/random-acts-of-kindness-day-2023-wellness/index.html

02/06/2025

For National Read Aloud Day, take a look at favorite children's books of our study's principal investigators, Drs. Elysia Davis and Jena Doom, and our two staff coordinators Erin and Claire!

02/05/2025

As the winter weather gets more intense, keep in mind these simple tips for parents and kids to stay safe outside this season!

01/22/2025

With snow finally here, try out some of these kid-friendly winter-themed crafts that made indoor time creative and fun!

Ice painting: https://www.messylittlemonster.com/2015/02/ice-painting-process-art-techniques-for.html
Snow dough: https://shorturl.at/Vnqm6
Coffee filter snowflakes: https://www.printablesfairy.com/coffee-filter-snowflakes/

01/16/2025

Are you or someone you know a survivor of domestic violence, assault or harassment? This Colorado state resource that provides address confidentiality may help you feel safer.

01/15/2025

Learn about one of our recent Care Project findings in this infographic!

01/14/2025

Check out these family-friendly, free or low-cost activities going on this winter around the Denver area!

Denver Zoo Free Days: https://denverzoo.org/free-days/
Museum Free Days: https://www.milehighonthecheap.com/free-museum-days-denver/
Parker Ice Trail: https://www.parkerrec.com/1954/Parker-Ice-Trail
Low Sensory Morning at the History Colorado Center: https://www.historycolorado.org/events
Hammond's Candy Factory Tour: https://hammondscandies.com/products/hammonds-factory-tour
Downtown Iceskating: https://www.winterindenver.com/rink
Ruby Hill Park Sledding: https://www.5280.com/the-oversimplified-guide-to-winter-fun-at-ruby-hill/
Denver Firefighter Museum Story and Craft Times: https://denverfirefightersmuseum.org

06/23/2020

Check out this article for ideas on fun activities to do with kids in Denver!

https://mommypoppins.com/los-angeles-kids/city-guides/25-things-to-do-in-denver-with-kids-other-than-hiking

06/16/2020

Got an outdoorsy family? Here is a list of the best family hikes near Denver.

A list of great hiking trails for kids near Denver, Colorado. We share our top 4 family hikes near Denver, and provide profiles for many more.