CHILD SERVICEs
PARENTING PREp:
Arizona Department of Economic Security (AZDES)
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It provides a resource for low-cost prenatal vitamins. Can refer to doctors who offer sliding fee scale or are low-cost providers, provides support for new breastfeeding mothers
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www.azdhs.gov/prevention/azwic
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ph. 800-252-5942
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Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Hotline: 800-833-4642
First Steps
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YRMC offers a free program for new moms and dads taking their first steps into parenthood by having the support of First Steps experienced staff and highly-trained volunteers.
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www.yrmc.org/support-and-community/family-resource-center/services
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Phone: 928-442-8861
First Things First
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Information and inspiration for parents and caregivers of babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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Phone: 928-776-0062
Healthy Families
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YRMC is a free program for parents of pre-natal to age 5; home visiting support for ages 0-3 months and can begin prior to delivery.
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www.yrmc.org/support-and-community/family-resource-center/services
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928-442-8861
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928-771-5651
Child Care :
Headstart
Promotes school readiness for children under 5 from low-income families through education, health, social, and other services.
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Prescott phone: 928-445-8534
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Prescott Valley: 928-772-7726
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Chino Valley: 928-636-1076
Health Care :
Health-e-Arizona Plus
system developed by AHCCCS and DES to help people apply for AHCCCS Health Insurance, KidsCare, Nutrition Assistance, Cash Assistance benefits, and connection to the Federal Insurance Marketplace.
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Education & Extracurricular :
Salvation Army
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Supports and supplements kid's educational opportunities through homework assistance, counseling, sports, clubs, extracurricular activities, dance, art, and music programs.
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Prescott YMCA of Yavapai County
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Offers childcare, camps, strength conditioning, wellness center, aerobics/water aerobics, fitness classes, yoga, personal training, fitness assessments, kids fitness, youth sports, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, outdoor adventure trips, lap pool, water slide, swim lessons, youth swim team, scuba, and swim clinics.
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928-445-7221
The Launch Pad
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Safe, comfortable, fun free after-school program for teens. They can get help with homework, participate in group games/activities, work on art projects, or just hang out. Access to free resources including school supplies; computers with Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Creative Suite; media room with Wii, PlayStation 3, fully stocked art room; and free Wi-Fi.
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www.Thelaunchpadteencenter.org
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928-632-2996
Boys and Girls Club of Central Arizona
Offers programs to ages 6-18 in five core areas: Education/Career Development, Character/ Leadership Development, The Arts, Health/Lifestyle, Skills, Sports-fitness, and Recreation. After school and summer programs.
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FOSTER CARE SERVICES:
Arizona Friends of Foster Care
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provides resources and funding to children in foster care for anything from the essentials and beyond.
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Keys to Success
Helps youth aging out of the foster care system residing in Western Yavapai County. KTS provides career planning, education and employment development, and other resources.
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Arizona Children's Association
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provides resources to children in foster care, foster families, and family preservation services.
https://www.arizonaschildren.org
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