Resources for Parents
Listed below are curated collection of tools and support to help you and your child thrive both in and out of daycare. Here you'll find:
- Community Support Services: Access local programs and organizations that offer family assistance, health services, and educational support.
- Child Care Assistance Applications: Step-by-step guides and links to help you apply for financial support and subsidies for childcare.
- At-Home Learning Activities: Fun, age-appropriate curriculum ideas and activities you can do at home to reinforce your child's learning and development.
Whether you're looking for help navigating childcare options or want to stay engaged in your child's learning journey, these resources are here to support you every step of the way.
Resource categories
- CDTA Access
Transportation for individuals with disabilities
- All Go Transit
Punctual and safe medical transportation in Albany, NY
- Care4You
Non-emergency medical transport company out of Upstate NY
- United Way of the Greater Capital Region
Information and connections to various programs and services that address the needs of low-income families
- Half Fare
CDTA reduced transit fare information
- A+ MediTrans
Safe and reliable non-emergency medical transportation
- Community Empowerment Network
Start-to-finish support to make stable homeownership a reality.
- Eyeglasses and Hearing Aids | Albany Troy & Lions
Non-profit based out of Albany
- Services for Families in Need | ACAP
Serves families across Albany county
- Albany Department of Social Services
Protective, preventative, social, and financial services
- About Early Learning Matters (ELM)
Learn more about the ELM Curriculum
- ELM Introduction Video
Short video regarding the ELM Curriculum
- Early Childhood Program Standards | NAEYC
Helps families make informed decisions about their child's education
- Resources and Tips for Families
From early childhood experts
- Pink Stripey Socks: Kids STEAM Activities
Over 50+ free activities
- STEM + Families | National PTA
National PTA's STEM + Families initiative and vision
- Free At-Home STEM Activities
Free coloring sheets, activity booklets, and more
- Explora English + Spanish STEM Activities
Free Activities, many including a spanish translation
- Sparks Video Series | ZERO TO THREE
Video resources for early childhood milestones
- Play in Early Childhood | Harvard
Harvard's research-backed studies on the impact of play with early childhood development