Grantee Serving BROWARD, FL

School Board of Broward County Early Head Start

A Head Start grantee operating 3 centers across 2 cities. Each location has its own address and contact information.

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Main Office
600 SE 3rd Avenue, 14th Floor
Fort Lauderdale FL
Contact Phone
(754) 321-0000
Locations
3 centers

About This Organization

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.
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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

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.

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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