About
Mission Statement
Family Connections supports and educates families and early childhood professionals to promote healthy child development and strengthen communities.
Vision Statement
Services are available and easily accessible by families and childcare professionals, so every child is prepared to thrive.
Values
Family
Parental Resilience: Give tools to overcome and manage stress effectively by building decision making and leadership skills.
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Social Connections: Support families in understanding the value and benefits of maintaining social connections.
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Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development: Provide information and resources on parenting and child development from a strength-based perspective.
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Concrete Support in Times of Need: Help families receive the necessities essential for growth and well-being.
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Social and Emotional Competence of Children: Help parents foster their child's social emotional development.
Child Care
Professional Development: Offer early childhood educator's opportunities to collaborate and stay updated in their field to support optimal child development and school readiness.
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Technical Assistance: Support teachers and program staff members in creating a positive and engaging environment for high quality early learning.
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Recruitment: Supporting potential new providers to increase the accessibility of high-quality childcare.
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Resource and Referral: Providing information to all parents and the community regarding the availability of, and how to identify, a high-quality childcare environment.