Cornerstone Children's Center

This X post shares a viral Instagram video from @rafaelleroy (December 2025), depicting a mother mounting a red "hug bell" on her kitchen cabinet so her toddlers can ring it for immediate embraces, turning affection into a playful family routine. The clip has inspired widespread positivity on X, with over 1,900 likes and replies suggesting adaptations like parent-use bells or workplace versions, emphasizing its role in normalizing emotional vulnerability across ages. Research in the Journal of Family Psychology links frequent physical affection like hugs to lower cortisol levels and stronger parent-child bonds, potentially reducing anxiety and enhancing emotional regulation in children. @bitzcasino

Our week of appreciation continues!

It’s Teacher Appreciation week! Everyday this week we celebrate our amazing Team in recognition of their dedication and commitment!

Monday we kicked off the week with an ice coffee station and muffins…because we are “muffin without you!”

Madison made mini muffins and Cora & Kaden brought in a tray of goodies from J Bagels!
AND… today started a round of 10 minute Chair Massages!!

We appreciate you!

We just had yet another stellar performance by Nappy’s Puppets! Jim is an engaging and masterful puppeteer! The children loved him (so did the adults!!) Reach out to him for parties! Not only is he an outstanding shadow puppeteer, Jim can also bring bubbles fun to your party (indoors only)! You can’t go wrong having Jim Napolitano entertain at your next event!

Today commemorates an extraordinary 30-year milestone for Cornerstone delivering exceptional care, education, and support to countless children and families! This monumental achievement is made possible by our remarkable team members and loving families, past and present, who have helped shape our journey, and to whom we extend our deepest gratitude. ♥️

We’ll have to backtrack on our garden photos from start to finish! Here are pictures of the children harvesting the vegetables! They benefited from physically connecting with nature in many forms. This grounding is very beneficial for self regulation. The children (and staff) have learned first hand the work and love needed to produce a bounty. Gardening takes much dedication; we are so very fortunate to have Ms. Kelley leading this adventure!

It’s happened again.

Hello Cornerstone familes!
Procare communication is currently down. You can reach us by calling 203261-0499 or email us at [email protected]

We will send a message thru Procare when the issue is cleared up!

Hello Cornerstone familes!
Procare communication is currently down. You can reach us by calling 203261-0499 or email us at [email protected]

We will send a message thru Procare when the issue is cleared up!