Links for Jeffco Public Schools Preschool Information:
Links for Jeffco Public Schools Preschool Information:
https://cdec.colorado.gov/ - Resource with a wealth of tools and programs to support your family.
Learning and Development: Access guides and information on child development to help you support your preschooler's growth and learning at home.
Financial Assistance: Learn about the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) and see if you qualify for help with the cost of child care.
Family Support Programs: Explore a variety of support programs, such as Early Intervention for infants and toddlers, and Head Start/Early Head Start.
Health and Safety: Find valuable resources on health and safety standards in child care settings, helping you make informed decisions when choosing a provider.
Looking to give your preschooler a strong start? The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program can help!
HIPPY is a home-visiting program that empowers you to be your child's first teacher. A trained home visitor will meet with you weekly to guide you through fun activities that boost your child's skills in:
Cognitive skills
Literacy
Social-emotional development
Physical development
The program serves children ages two to five and extends into kindergarten for five-year-olds. It also includes monthly group meetings where families can connect and socialize.
HIPPY is open to all families with children ages two to five in a service area. To find a program near you and learn how to enroll, visit the Parent Possible website: https://parentpossible.org/hippy/locations/
https://www.jcmh.org/getting-started/ - mental health center that provides services to a wide range of people in Jefferson, Gilpin, and Clear Creek counties in Colorado.
They are helpful for:
Children, Youth, and Families: emotional and behavioral challenges. This includes support for issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, school and family dynamics, and juvenile justice support. They provide individual, group, and family therapy.
Adults: counseling, psychiatry, and resources for individuals struggling with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Older Adults: They offer programs and resources specifically designed to help adults aged 60 and older.
People with Substance Use Issues: provides care for individuals, including a 24/7 Withdrawal Management program.
Military and Veteran Families: They have services dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.
Community Members: offers community training, such as Mental Health First Aid classes, and provides a navigation line for anyone—not just clients—to access community resources.