Their Beginning. Our Future.
Reaching out to our Community with Early Childhood Resources.
Chaffee County Early Childhood Council, serving prenatal through age 8, is a nonprofit working with many diverse community partners, including organizations, parents, professionals and individuals.
CCECC works with the community to assess local early childhood needs, identify proven solutions, and access the resources required to embed these solutions into the ongoing work of community partners..
Kindergarten Transition Activities in Chaffee
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Avery-Parsons Elementary
Come learn about Avery-Parsons at an informational meeting and then tour classrooms!
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Longfellow Elementary
Join us for an open house and registration event at Longfellow Elementary!
How can we help?
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Child Care Providers
Are you looking for child care in Chaffee County? We’ve got you covered with a complete and updated list of all licensed child care providers in our community.
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Mental Health Providers
Find a list of mental health providers that serve families and children in Buena Vista and Salida.
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Parenting Support
Find local resources including parenting classes and in-home support, health and oral health resources, pregnancy and family planning, and much more.
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Start a Child Care Program
CCECC supports prospective child care providers with start-up support and financing, as well as coaching, professional development, and guidance to navigate the state licensing system.
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Professional Resources
We offer a variety of coaching, evidence-based training opportunities and other professional development and support for licensed child care providers in Chaffee County.
