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HEAD START / EARLY HEAD START - CLAYTON | NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION

The Head Start program offers full-day preschool for 3 and 4 year old children. This is a comprehensive Curriculum including math, science, literacy, social emotional development, health and nutrition services. Enrolled families may also receive additional support including: child health, vision, and dental screenings; monthly parent meetings; before and after school care (for families that qualify); transportation (where available); and referrals to other community resources. Early Head Start serves expectant families and families with children birth to three years old. Early Head Start is a year-round program that provides: Weekly home visits; Activities for parents and their infants/toddlers; Natural, inclusive environment for children with disabilities; Care and support for expectant families; Parent education and family support; Health and nutrition education; Play group experiences; and Referrals to community programs and services.

Physical Address

600 Gunder Road, Elkader, IA 52043

Hours

Monday 8:00am - 4:30pm;Wednesday 8:00am - 4:30pm;Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm

Application process

Call or walk in to the local office for an application.

Fee

None

Required documents

Call for information.

Eligibility

Pregnant persons and families with a child under five years old meeting income guidelines; serves Clayton County

Languages

Spanish;Hmong;French;Korean;Laotian;Thai;Somali;Provides Interpreter Services - General;Provides Interpreter Services - Spanish;Provides Interpreter Services - Hmong;American Sign Language

Agency info

NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION

Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) serves low-income individuals and families.