EMPOWERING FAMILIES, STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES: YWCA CANTON’S EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM At YWCA Canton, we believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life. Our Early Head Start–Child Care Partnership program provides high-quality early learning experiences for infants and toddlers from low-income families, ensuring they are prepared for a bright future. Each year, we serve nearly 300 families across Alliance, Canton, and Massillon, working hand-inhand with seven childcare centers to offer comprehensive support. Through these partnerships, we provide safe, nurturing environments, developmental screenings, nutritious meals, and family support services. We also collaborate with the Canton City Health Department, behavioral health agencies, Help Me Grow, and local school districts, ensuring families receive holistic care that extends beyond early education. But our impact goes beyond the classroom. We empower parents as their child’s first and most important teacher, connecting them to workforce training, housing assistance, and other vital resources. Investing in early childhood education means investing in a stronger community—one where every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive. At YWCA Canton, we are committed to eliminating barriers and building brighter futures.To learn more about how we’re transforming lives, visit www.ywcacanton.org. YWCA Canton: Where Every Child’s Potential is Our Priority. Established in 1909, YWCA Canton is dedicated to empowering women and girls by o ering transformative programs and services that evolve to meet the changing needs of our community. We provide transformative services in two key areas: housing and early childhood education. With partner locations throughout Stark County, YWCA Canton provides year-round child care for children, including those from low-income families and with disabilities. The YWCA Canton Early Head Start program’s mission is to promote school readiness by fostering their cognitive, social, and emotional development. YWCA partners with local agencies to connect families to essential resources and remove barriers to stability. Through emergency shelter, rental assistance, permanent supportive housing, and basic needs support, we help families work toward long-term stability. The YWCA Canton provides early care and education services to children that enhance their development and prepare them to be successful as they transition to kindergarten. Community Connections Homelessness & Housing Early Care & Education MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION DONATE TO YWCA CANTON 231 Sixth St. NE, Canton, OH 44702 (330) 453-7644 www.ywcacanton.org
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