Early Childhood Development

Head Start and Early Head Start Programs

The Salvation Army Head Start and Early Head Start programs give at-risk children the same chances every child deserves. We provide comprehensive services to low-income children and families which include; healthy meals and snacks, assistance with medical and dental care, educational field trips, and support services to the family. Parent involvement is encouraged and children with disabilities are welcomed. We offer two center base options; half-day and *full-day (full-day parents must be working or in school full-time). All families must meet the federal income guidelines (excluding homeless families). We offer a variety of developmentally appropriate early childhood options to meet your families need.

• Head Start – serving children ages 3- to 5-years-old
• Early Head Start – serving children 6-weeks-old to 3-years-old
• Home Base – for current and potentially homeless families with children 3- to 5-years-old
• Early Head Start Home Base – serving pregnant moms and children 6-weeks-old to 3-years-old
• Enhanced Day Care Homes – serving children 6-weeks-old to 3-years-old in a home day care setting
• Day Care Partners – serving children ages 3- to 5-years-old in a private day care setting