Northland community notes - Kansas City Star

Grandfamilies meet Raising Successful Children is the topic of the next Northland Grandfamilies Program at 10 a. m. , Sept. Vicky Ward, manager of prevention services with Tri-County Mental Health, will discuss effective and practical ways to raise self-sufficient children and give tips on preparing for the challenges of a new school year. I think the participants will certainly be interested in what she is going to be presenting,” said Diana Milne, human development specialist with the University of Missouri Extension. Northland Grandfamilies meetings are free and open to grandparents, aunts and uncles who are raising children. It is a cooperative program between the Clay County Senior Services, Platte County Senior Fund and the University of Missouri Extension. To learn more about the Northland Grandfamilies Program call 816-407-3490. Park University Hosting Career and Internship Fair Park University is hosting its Fall Career and Internship Fair Sept. Participants should bring copies of their resume and dress professionally, according to Park University’s Career Development Center, which is sponsoring the event. “The Career and Internship Fair provides job seekers an opportunity to personally meet with area job. Source: www.kansascity.com