Crisco reminds residents to mark 'Family Day' Sunday

HARTFORD - State Sen. Joseph Crisco Jr., D-Woodbridge, is reminding Connecticut residents that this Sunday, Sept. 13, marks the 18th Anniversary of “Family Day” in Connecticut. The day celebrates the important and varied roles that families play not only in the development of children, but in our communities.

Crisco wrote the legislation that established Connecticut’s Family Day back in 1997; he and his wife, Pat, have six children and 18 grandchildren.

“Whether it regards health, education, religious beliefs, ethnicity or something else, families are the most important part of not only a child’s personal growth, but are the backbone of many communities as well,” Crisco said.

“I urge everyone to take a moment this Sunday to reflect on the importance of family in their lives, and to celebrate their own family in a personal, fun and meaningful way.”

Family Day beliefs include:

• Families are the greatest natural resources to their children. Families have primary responsibility for the well-being of their children.
• Family support programs help families to successfully parent their children and should be available to all families who need assistance.
• The development of children and their families is influenced by the culture, community and society in which they live.
• Families know their children best and raise them according to their history, beliefs, cultural background and the unique characteristics of their children.
• Families are in the best position to know their own strengths and needs. Building on the capacities of families helps them to raise healthy children.
• The challenges of parenthood change as children grow and family circumstances change. Families may need different supports at difference stages of development.
• Families are empowered to make good decisions when they have access to information about services, supports and resources. When families make good choices and take action, they improve the well-being of their children, families and communities.

For more information, visit: http://www.ctfamilyday.org/ctfamilyday/site/.



This is a press release from Crisco's office.