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FOR FAMILIES
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There is a very simple truth. No matter how many opportunities are provided for children, if we do not provide programs to also support their families, those opportunities will not achieve great results. We all know that parents are a child’s first teacher. That’s why we place a great deal of importance on offering several different types of family supportive programs. 
Some examples of programs that we have to meet the needs of families in Davie County:
 Early Childhood Resource Center —Also known as the “Toy Library”, it is our onsite Center that is full of educational books, toys, games, and videos for parents and providers to check out. For much of those resources, it is a free service to our community. 
ChildCare Resource and Referral — a telephone service that offers information on childcare options, how to identify quality in childcare, and parent education on family related issues and community resources. Again for no charge.
Imagination Library  which offers any child from birth until their fifth birthday in Davie County one free age appropriate book per month, mailed to their home. Provided through a grant from the Dollywood Foundation, this program encourages literacy, parent/child interaction, and ultimately a successful start as the child enters school.
From time to time during the year, we offer Parent Training so that parents are given tools and opportunities to grow in their abilities in the toughest (and best) job they have—being a parent!
Through the Department of Social Services, we offer child care assistance scholarships so that eligible families can afford high quality childcare. 
Smart Start of Davie County offers the Parents as Teachers national program through our local Cooperative Extension Office, which provides vital parenting information brought into the home environment.
We provide Community Education in order to help parents, providers, businesses, and also civic leaders be aware of the resources and our efforts in Davie County. |
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