Resources and Programs for Children and Families

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Autism-

More and more children are diagnosed with Autism,

learn what to look for and who to ask. 

https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism

 

https://autismnavigator.com/

 

HealthMatch

Know the signs of Autism —

One of the Fastest Growing Developmental Disorders

Here's the link: 

https://healthmatch.io/blog/know-the-signs-of-autism-one-of-the-fastest-growing-developmental-disorders

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A Diary of a Mom - Autism

https://adiaryofamom.com/about-2/

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https://30daysofautism.blog/

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https://imapartygiraffe.com/

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https://www.wizcase.com/blog/internet-safety-guide-for-people-with-

autism-spectrum-disorders/

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What every parents needs to know

https://babynavigator.com/

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Birth Injury Justice Center

https://www.childbirthinjuries.com/resources/special-education/

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Cerebral Palsy Guide

What is Cerebral Palsy? 

https://www.cerebralpalsyguide.com/ 

https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/

https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/treatment/ 

https://www.cerebralpalsyguidance.com/cerebral-palsy/living/vocational-counseling/

 

Birth Injury Center

Our mission is to assist anyone who has been affected by a birth injury. Our website is a compilation of information around the different types of injuries. We offer resources to assist these families, and we will continuously be adding more. Cerebral Palsy is the most common motor disability for children and it affects 1 in every 345 kids.

birthinjurycenter.org/cerebral-palsy/

 

Child Care

Looking for Child Care? 

Daycare Locator For Your State

 

Need a babysitter

https://www.care.com/
 

Children & Obesity – A Parent’s Guide

renewbariatrics.com/children-obesity/

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Head Start-

Is a program for children birth - 5 years old that provides services for low-income families.  Depending on where you live, there are Early Head Start Centers for Birth - 3 years  old and then

Head Start Centers 3-5 years old. 

Find a Head Start near you! Head Start Locator

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NAEYC-

National Association for the Education of Young Children

 Is a national accreditation system that has set professional standards for early childhood education programs, allowing families to find high-quality programs for their children. 

Child Care/Preschool Programs

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PAT-

Parents As Teachers

Is a program that provides home visiting models to families to promote early development, learning and health of young children by supporting and engaging their parents and caregivers.

Local a Parents As Teachers Program Near You

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National Child Abuse Hotline-

Services the United States, Don't overlook child abuse, don't be silent!! If you are unsure or have questions this is the website to view and follow through.  Remember it's always better to be safe than sorry later.  All children are precious! 

National Child Abuse Hotline

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Help Me Grow - 

Is a model system for families, providers, and communities. That provides support, resources, and information to help children succeed. 

HelpMeGrow National Center

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National Health and Safety Performance Standards, Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs. Caring for Our Children,

3rd Edition (CFOC3)

Is a collection of 686 national standards that represent the best evidence, expertise, and experience in the country on quality health and safety practices and policies that should be followed in today's early care and education settings. http://nrckids.org/

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United 4 Children

Provides inclusion services to parents of children

with special needs and to child care providers 

of children with special needs. 

https://united4children.org/

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National Children’s Alliance
http://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org

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National Child Traumatic Stress Network
https://www.nctsn.org

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Prevent Child Abuse America
http://preventchildabuse.org

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National Children’s Advocacy Center
http://www.nationalcac.org

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Guide to Children’s Eye Health

https://myvision.org/guides/children/

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