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A certified technician teaches the parent/caregiver how to install the seat correctly and provides guidance as the parent/caregiver completes final installation.

Provides a variety of diagnostic and prevention services to help those affected by severe autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, uncontrolled seizures and other developmental disabilities. Services include;
  • Case management and service coordination including planning, goal setting, residential placement, respite help, medical services, therapies, parenting classes, independent living skills training, mobility training and more.
  • Early intervention services for young children (age 0-3) with developmental disabilities may include speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, infant development programs, behavior modification and respite care.
  • School age services are provided for children and youth (age 3- 22). Offers assistance accessing generic resources, advocacy at Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings, respite and camp, day care, residential placement, behavior modification and adaptive skills training.

Adults' services revolve around community inclusion, self-determination, and independence. Services deemed appropriate to meet an individual's needs may include
  • Assistance accessing community resources or entitlements such as SSI, day programs, supported employment, independent living skills training, supported living services, residential care home placement, respite, behavior modification, adaptive skills training and competency training (for court-related issues).
Stress Busters: Mental Healthcare

Categories

Out of Home Respite Care
General Mental Health Information/Education
Parenting Skills Classes
Case/Care Management
Pediatric Developmental Assessment
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Older Adult/Disability Related Supportive Housing
Pediatric Developmental Screening
Early Head Start offers a home visiting program for pregnant women and children 0-3, and a center-base option for children 0-3 years. Both programs support children and families during the very first stages of life to build a strong foundation for growth and learning. Services are offered throughout Santa Cruz County, including Watsonville, Freedom, and the San Lorenzo Valley.

Head Start offers a part-day (3 1/2 hours) and extended day (6 hours) preschool programs for children ages 3 to 5. We focus on supporting children and families to be ready for school by providing opportunities for social and emotional growth; focusing on physical, mental, and dental health; and partnering closely with parents and families. Classes are offered at 16 centers located throughout Santa Cruz and Watsonville.

State Pre-K (CSPP) offers high quality early education and support services for eligible children 3-5 and their families.

Categories

Early Head Start
Parent Support Groups
Head Start
Parent/Child Activity Groups
Our Services:
  • Bicycle Traffic School
  • Child Passenger Safety Education
  • Community Traffic Safety Coalition
  • Medical Marijuana Identification Card Program (MMIC)
  • Nutrition Programs/CalFresh Healthy Living
  • Oral Health Program
  • Teen Health Outreach
  • Tobacco Education Coalition (TEC)

Categories

Driving Safety Education
Infant and Child Safety Education
Traffic/Parking Ticket Information/Advice
Child Passenger Safety Seats
Social Clubs/Events
Bicycle Permits
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections
Medical Marijuana Registration Programs
General Health Education Programs
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Nutrition Education
Oral Health Education/Information
Nutrition Assessment Services
Food Stamps/SNAP
Our Services:
  • Bicycle Traffic School
  • Child Passenger Safety Education
  • Community Traffic Safety Coalition
  • Medical Marijuana Identification Card Program (MMIC)
  • Nutrition Programs/CalFresh Healthy Living
  • Oral Health Program
  • Teen Health Outreach
  • Tobacco Education Coalition (TEC)

Categories

Driving Safety Education
Infant and Child Safety Education
Traffic/Parking Ticket Information/Advice
Child Passenger Safety Seats
Social Clubs/Events
Bicycle Permits
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections
Medical Marijuana Registration Programs
General Health Education Programs
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Nutrition Education
Oral Health Education/Information
Nutrition Assessment Services
Food Stamps/SNAP
Arranges, directs, and pays for medical care, equipment, and physical and occupational therapy for youth (age 21 or under), when these services are authorized by this state program.

Services are authorized for youth (age 21 or under) with eligible medical conditions and whose families are unable to pay for all or part of their care.

Categories

Medical Care Expense Assistance
Dental Care Expense Assistance
Medical Equipment Expense Assistance
Pediatric Developmental Screening
Pediatric Developmental Assessment
Dental Insurance