Address
600 SE 3rd Avenue, 14th Floor
Fort Lauderdale FL FL
Contact Phone
(754) 321-0000
Details
Early Head Start is a program for families with children under the age of three and pregnant women. The program offers both a center and home based model. It is designed to improve the overall developmental progress of the child, with emphasis on he prevention of a variety of developmental concerns, increasing parents’ knowledge of parenting, and strengthening the family unit. The program objectives are accomplished through services that include appropriate infant-toddler activities, comprehensive health care, nutrition, education, and social services for young children and their families.
Who is Eligible?
Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and
children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and
families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for
services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be
eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some
grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines
as well.
Families are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Eligibility Requirements and Application Procedures
In order to be eligible for a preschool program, the following must apply:
the child is 3 to 4 years old on or before September 1, AND
family income meets low-income guidelines
Children with disabilities who meet all other requirements are considered for enrollment.
When applying the following are required:
proof of age (example: child's ORIGINAL birth certificate)
proof of ALL household income from the previous year
child's Medicaid card, if eligible
proof of guardianship, if applicable
proof of Broward County residency
photo id
***Eligibility is Based on Income and Other Factors,
NOT on a "First Come, First Served Basis". ***
For More Information, Please Call 754.321.1961 or click here for more preschool info.
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