EARLY HEADSTART
2 Year-Olds
Early Head Start provides care for toddlers ages two-years old - provides nutritious meals an heath screenings for enrolled children, and support in accessing health services for their families. The programs also help parents and families achieve their own goals, including employment, housing, and adult education.​
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Head Start is funded by federal grants, which require families of children in the programs to be eligible for services. Qualifying children can begin a program any time during the year. Families may qualify if one or more of the following criteria apply:
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Family income falls within the federal guidelines
Live in temporary housing
Receive HRA Cash Assistance
Receive SNAP
Receive SSI (Supplemental Security Insurance)
Enrolling a child who is in foster care
HEADSTART
3 & 4 Years Old
Head Start provides care for toddlers ages 3 & 4 Years Old - provides nutritious meals an heath screenings for enrolled children, and support in accessing health services for their families. The programs also help parents and families achieve their own goals, including employment, housing, and adult education.​
Head Start is funded by federal grants, which require families of children in the programs to be eligible for services. Qualifying children can begin a program any time during the year. Families may qualify if one or more of the following criteria apply:
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Family income falls within the federal guidelines
Live in temporary housing
Receive HRA Cash Assistance
Receive SNAP
Receive SSI (Supplemental Security Insurance)
Enrolling a child who is in foster care