The early childhood system evolves as fast as our children grow. From new legislation and programs to the best practices in health care, keep checking here for the latest news, insights and advice to help navigate your child’s early years.
With a little creativity, patience, and the right approach, you can help your kids not only eat their veggies but actually enjoy them!
Do you have a child under 8 years old with a disability? OR do you speak a language other than English? You are invited to participate in this feedback session about early childhood care and education, community resources and initiatives for families.
First 5 Nevada has added new programs and resources to the website. Learn more about these programs, as well as how you can help us improve the site to meet your needs.
If you or your family receive Medicaid, you may have access to additional benefits, including free services and cash rewards. Learn more about Managed Care Organizations and how to maximize the resources they offer for your family.
Act4Kids Nevada is working to unite the patient and family voice in advocating for a freestanding children's hospital and state-wide healthcare system. It is time for consolidated care for the kids in Nevada!
Child care subsidy policy changes regarding income eligibility levels and the Monthly Family Copayment will be effective on October 1, 2024.
Meet Antoinette, mother of a 4 year old recently diagnosed with Autism. She believes parents can represent and advocate for their family's needs and share their perspectives, which then can help contribute to programs and other services offered in the community.
It is natural for parents to focus on your child’s physical health, but their emotional and mental wellbeing is just as important. For some young children, mental health challenges can be more complicated, requiring additional care and attention.
Did you know Nevada received a $30 million grant to help young children and their families? The Nevada Department of Education shares more about how this funding is helping families and young children, and invites you to get involved.
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This campaign is supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Child Care and Development Fund through the America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Child Care and Development Program (Federal Grant #2021, G990232) and the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5) (Federal Grant #90TP099) administered by the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development, subawarded to The Children’s Cabinet. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Departments, Division, Office nor ACF.
