Grantee Serving HAMBLEN, TN

Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority Head Start

A Head Start grantee operating 43 centers across 23 cities. Each location has its own address and contact information.

HeadStartPrograms.org is an independent directory and is not operated by the U.S. government. Local programs determine eligibility and enrollment.

Main Office
127 Cedar Street
Morristown TN 37814-4701
Contact Phone
(423) 587-4501
Locations
43 centers

About This Organization

It is a Federal program for preschool children from low-income families. The Head Start program is operated by local non-profit organizations in almost every county in the United States. Children who attend Head Start participate in a variety of educational activities. They also receive free medical and dental care, have healthy meals and snacks, and enjoy playing outdoors in a safe setting. Head Start helps all children succeed. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disibilities. The program serves 3 and 4 year old children who meet the Federal income guidelines
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Who is Eligible?

Head Start generally serves children ages 3 to 5 who meet local eligibility requirements. 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

Contact this program directly to ask about eligibility, openings, required documents, and the local application process.

Center Locations

This program can operate more than one physical center. Each location below is its own listing with its own address and contact information.

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