La Familia Resource Center
Western New Mexico University
preparing future as well as existing early care and family support providers of quality child care through workshops, 45 hour Entry level classes and other training.
maintaining a free lending library of developmentally appropriate toys and resources as well as equipment which represents the rich diversity of the community served.
supporting parents and families by providing parenting classes and consumer education/ training about the selection of quality, adequate, safe early care and education settings/ experiences for children.
serving in a leadership capacity by collaborating with agencies and organizations dedicated to advocating for young children and their families.
serving as "ready" resource of current information on child development issues for WNMU students, parents, early care providers and the community.
Contact Information:
WNMU Glaser Hall
513 W. 12th Street
PO Box 680
Silver City, NM 88062
PHONE: (575)538-6483
Information About Workshops Or Other Services Call:
(575)538-6483
Professional Training & Technological Assistance
Early Childhood training for those for working with young children and families is available throughout a four county service delivery area which includes Grant, Hidalgo, Luna and Catron Counties.
Training includes:
Evening and weekend workshops
45-Hour Entry Level Course
Customized training through the AIM HIGH Initiative
All trainings are based on the NM competencies for Early Childhood Education and
most trainings are free of charge.
Are you interested in offering child care in your home or organizing a childcare program?
La Familia has the information you need to get started or to grow professionally
Resource Lending Library
You'll find a lending library stocked with:
TOYS for infants through school-age children
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
VIDEOS, BOOKS, MAGAZINES, and OTHER RESOURCES available to parents, grandparents, providers, caregivers, teachers, students & foster parents.
Resources Include:
Dramatic play materials, block play, infant stimulation toys, Spanish materials, Science
and Math materials, gross motor equipment, books on child development, parenting,
special needs, etc., and baby equipment-- car seats, cribs, strollers, playpens, backpacks,
snugglies...
Other Services
For Parents and Families:
ENHANCED REFERRAL SERVICES
Connect parents with one of the many child care providers on the provider referral list. Parents are encouraged to visit providers and get specific information on types of services provided and specific information such as hours of of operation, availability, and fees of various child care homes and centers.
CONSUMER EDUCATION
La Familia supports and encourage parental choice in selecting child care services through
consumer education to help in choosing the most appropriate child care for their families.
Educating parents in regaining their rights to obtain quality, adequate, safe child care for their children.
PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS
La Familia will provide information and help link parents to the various support groups available
in our area.
INFORMATION LINE
Those needing information or resources on child development and behavior issues or relavent
resources in the community can call during office hours, (575)538-6483 or 1-800-872-9668 ext 6438.
WNMU's La Familia Resource Center
Helps child care work for children, youth, families and communities of southwestern New Mexico
by:
Providing training and technical assistance to improve the quality of care for children
Maintaining a free lending library of developmentally appropriate toys and materials as well as equipment
Linking providers to relevant training resources
Collaborating with community partners to identify and document service gaps, and help find solutions
Helpling to improve the quality of child care programs/ centers through Aim High and the 45-Hour Entry Level Course
Serving as a ready source of information on child development issues and publishing a quarterly newsletter
- Helping all caregivers understand the growth & development of young children birth through eight years of age.
