Making vulnerable infants and toddlers a priority and ensures that the knowledge derived from the science of Early Childhood development is reflected in the policies and programs for young children.
The Early Head Start program is of particular interest to me because I work for one. I am constantly seeking opportunities to gather new information to share with colleagues and families being serviced at the center.
It was back in the 90's that the Early Head Start programs were funded and established. These programs provided opportunities for families to receive medical treatment, mental health, early intervention, parent support, and prenatal health support. The article shared that despite difficult economic times, 23 states have
at least one initiative that builds on the federally funded EHS program.
The federal Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Visiting program (MIECV) was authorized by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2010. It provides $1.5 billion over five years to states and territories to improve the health and development outcomes of at-risk children through evidence based home visiting programs.
references: Zero to Three retrieved from http://www.zerotothree.org/
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