Professional Resources

Here are some of our favorite resources for early childhood education, developmental delays and disabilities, nutrition, and other information:

• Advocates for Children

Advocates for Children offers a guide to preschool special education services that covers topics such as eligibility for preschool special education, the four-step process for obtaining services through the Committee on Preschool Special Education, the different types of programs and services available, and what to do if services are not in place.

• Autism Speaks

The latest in autism research, with resources and tools for educators and families.

• National Association for the Education of Young Children

A national resource advocating for high-quality early childhood education for children from birth to age eight.

• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York

The Kennedy Children’s Center is a proud affiliate of Catholic Charities of New York (CCNY). CCNY’s website contains information and resources related to strengthening families and communities by supporting those in need.

• Early Care and Learning Council

Information on early childhood care, nutrition, and educational programs in New York State.

• Department of Health: Eat Well Play Hard in Child Care Settings

Information from New York City Department of Health about eating healthy and being physically active in early childhood.

• The Division for Early Childhood

Supports families and young children who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities

• EngageNY

Contains current materials and resources related to the Common Core Foundation

• New York State Education Department (NYSED)

Information on education regulations in New York State

• NYSED: Early Learning Website

Information on early childhood education in New York State

• NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH)

Information on childhood health, child care and other early childhood topics in New York City

• Manhattan Family Support Services Directory – 2015

A directory of services available to Manhattan individuals with a developmental disability and/or their families

• Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council

A directory of services available to Bronx individuals with a developmental disability and/or their families

• INCLUDEnyc

Resources for parents that include workshops on raising children with developmental challenges, one-to-one counseling and other services. Staff is bilingual in English and Spanish

• Transitioning to Kindergarten: English | Español | Arabic

If your child is transitioning to kindergarten this year, the Department of Education offers a website with information on the IEP process, the turning 5 process, and the transition to kindergarten.