Early Learning Essentials

DBA
Mountainland Head Start
Federally funded programs to promote school readiness for children and self-sufficiency for families through a child development program for low-income children and children with disabilities.
Description:

Provides support and education to parents on the development of their children. Early Head Start is available in Spanish Fork and Juab County only. Home visits occur for 90 minutes once a week. Parents enroll online and can schedule the home visits whenever the family advocates in the area are available. Twice per month, the program offers opportunities for parents and children to come together as a group in the classroom for learning, discussion, and socialization activities.

Eligibility:
For pregnant mothers and children birth - 3 years old. Must meet one of the following qualifications: family income at or below federal poverty guidelines; receiving certain forms of public assistance (TANF/FEP or SSI); applying on behalf of a foster child placed in DCFS custody; currently homeless. Mountainland Head Start may also serve a limited number of children with special needs who would not otherwise qualify for services.
Service Hours:
Vary
Intake Procedure:
Enrollment is accessible on the website. Within application there is an area where the parent can schedule an appointment with the family advocate.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Child development program for low-income children or children with disabilities ages 3-5 years old. Includes educational services, health services to ensure that every child is properly immunized, has dental and physical exams and nutrition services.

Eligibility:
Must meet one of the following qualifications: family income at or below federal poverty guidelines; receiving certain forms of public assistance (TANF/FEP or SSI); applying on behalf of a foster child placed in DCFS custody; currently homeless. Mountainland Head Start may also serve a limited number of children with special needs who would not otherwise qualify for services.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Apply online.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US

Description:

Child development program for low-income children or children with disabilities ages 3-5 years old. Includes educational services, health services to ensure that every child is properly immunized, has dental and physical exams and nutrition services.

Eligibility:
Must meet one of the following qualifications: family income at or below federal poverty guidelines; receiving certain forms of public assistance (TANF/FEP or SSI); applying on behalf of a foster child placed in DCFS custody; currently homeless. Mountainland Head Start may also serve a limited number of children with special needs who would not otherwise qualify for services.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Apply online.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

US