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La Familia Training and Technical Assistance Program Western New Mexico University Funded by NM Children, Youth & Families Department/ Office of Child Development La Familia's mission is to connect cargivers, families, and children with quality resources, education and support within their communities, create community collaboration and training opportunities, and provide resources to improve the quality of child care and parenting in Southwestern New Mexico. We can help by...
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Training and Technical AssiststanceEarly Childhood training for those working with young children and families is available throughout the four-county service delivery area which includes Grant, Hidalgo, Luna and Catron Counties. All trainings are based on the NM competencies for Early Childhood Education and most trainings are free of charge. Training Includes:
Visit La Familia and you will find a lending library stocked with:
Resource and Referral Services: We understand the challenges of finding quality childcare. Our referral service assists parents in evaluating their childcare needs and helps them select a program that will best suit those needs. Parents are encouraged to visit providers and get specific information on types of services provided, hours of operation, and fees for childcare homes and centers. TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families): We offer special services to TANF recipients interested in the profession of child care and assist quialified participants with basic equipment and training for establishing and operating a child care business. AIM HIGH: AIM HIGH is a state-funded program working to improve the quality and standards of all child care programs, including family child care homes. AIM HIGH works with directors and staff to help achieve this goal, and provides financial incentives.  Parent Support Groups:La Familia will provide information and help link parents to the various support groups and resources available in our area. Information Line: Those needing information or resources on child development and behavioral issues or relevant resources in the community, can call us during office hours at (575) 538-6483 or (800) 872-9668, extension 6483. Interested in offering childcare? La Familia has the information you need to start offering childcare in your own home or in organizing a childcare program. Contact Information: WNMU, Glaser Hall 513 W. 12th Street/POB 680 Silver City, NM 88061 Phone: (575) 538-6483 Fax: (575) 538-6482 For information about upcoming workshops or to receive our mailings, please call (575) 538-6483 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 You'll find a lending library stocked with:
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Parents and Families: ENHANCED REFERRAL SERVICES 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. Helps child care work for children, youth, families and communities of southwestern New Mexico by:
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WNMU Child Development Center PO Box 680 Silver City, NM 88062 Phone: 575-538-6344 Fax: 575-538-6405 |
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