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.
Being a parent can be hard. Home visiting programs offer support to families, in their own homes, to provide guidance, resources, and personalized assistance. Learn more about how home visiting programs work and how to find a program in Nevada.
Apples are often called a "superfood," because these crisp, juicy fruits are packed with essential nutrients that can support the healthy growth and development!
Each month, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada serves more 35,000 individuals, many of whom are trapped in the cycle of generational poverty, reaching out to our organization and other agencies across our community seeking services to meet their most basic needs.
It is no secret to any working parent or caregiver that a livable wage and comprehensive benefits are necessary to support a healthy family. There are many limitations that prevent a significant number of qualified, hard working parents from joining (or rejoining) the workforce.
Join us on October 5th in Las Vegas for a day of family fun and activities! Learn more about issues impacting children in Nevada and support candidates for the next Strong Start Clark County Youth Mayor.
Meet Maria, a mother of four as she shares her journey and motivation for becoming a parent leader and advocate. She emphasizes the importance of parents being aware and raising their voices for their children, ensuring their needs and rights are heard and met.
Substance use during pregnancy poses serious risks to both the mother and developing baby. Sober Moms, Healthy Babies provides information on the risks and resources on treatment options available during pregnancy.
The Think Babies™ Election Toolkit will help you prepare to vote and raise awareness about the issues that impact infants, toddlers, families, and early childhood professionals. Be a Big Voice for Little Kids™ this election season!
EPSDT, also known as the Healthy Kids Program in Nevada, is part of Nevada Medicaid. Learn more about this program and how it can help support your child’s healthy development!
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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.
