Parent Resources

Education and Advocacy

Child Care Aware of AmericaHelp finding child care, parenting resources, and advocacy for working families
Head Start-Programs in your state, how to enroll your child, how to open a Head Start facility, and other resources for families
Parent Network of WNYResources for families with children with special needs
Children’s Defense FundStrong advocate for all children, particularly the needs of poor and minority children

 

Your and Your Family’s Health

Lead Awareness ProgramInformation to protect your children from lead poisoning
American Academy of PediatricsHealth tips, articles on current research, advocacy information, activities ,and much more
Consumer Product Safety CommissionImportant product recall information
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionHealth information and publications. Free developmental milestone trackers!

Assistance for Families

Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc.-Programs for housing, small business, DADS, youth, and more
211 of Western NY or Dial 211-Find health and human service resources 24/7
United Way of Southern Chautauqua CountyCommunity Organization of  human services-Jamestown and surrounding communities
United Way of Northern Chautauqua CountyCommunity Organization of human services-Dunkirk and surrounding communities
Community Helping HandsEmergency help and youth/ family center

Learning and Fun!

Sesame StreetLearning made fun!
VROOMBrain building tips and activities
PBS KidsInformation for parents and activities for children
Adventure Pass-The Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System offers free and reduced price access to local attractions through its Adventure Pass program. Passes can be checked out using an adult library card and have a checkout period of 1 week.
Arts Access -Arts Access connects Western New Yorkers receiving income-based public assistance to over 50 arts and culture programs, events, and venues.  Contact them at artsaccess@asiwny.org or register here!

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