April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

This week, we're highlighting an incredibly important issue – child abuse prevention. Here at KCAO, we really understand how crucial it is for all of us to work together to protect our kids and strengthen our communities in preventing child abuse. 

Did you know that April is Child Abuse Prevention Month?  

The hard truth is, child abuse and neglect are more common than many of us want to believe. Every year, over 600,000 children in the United States alone are affected. Understanding why these things happen can be tough, but it's clear they have a huge impact on a child's health, their chances in life, and their happiness. 

Child abuse doesn't discriminate. It can happen in any community, to any child, no matter their background, culture, religion, or socioeconomic backgrounds. 

At KCAO, raising awareness and fighting for the welfare of children and families is at the heart of what we do.  

This month, we're inviting you to stand with us. Let's create hopeful futures together by ensuring all families have the support and resources they need. Let's make a difference together.  

Child Care Programs

Discover how KCAO supports families through subsidized childcare programs in Kings County. We offer a variety of programs tailored to meet the unique needs of families. 

Early Head Start is a twelve-month home-based program that provides family-centered services to pregnant women, infants, and toddlers.  

Migrant and Seasonal Head Start provides all-day services for children ages 0 to 5. The family's agricultural income must be at least 51% of their total income. 

Regional Head Start is a center-based program for children 3-5 years of age following the normal school year. 

The Early Head Start, Child Care Partnerships program increases access to high-quality, full-day, and full-year childcare, including family childcare, for parents working or attending school. 

California State Preschool Program (CSPP) - Provides part-day and full-day services and a blended program option that provides extended part-day service to 3 and 4-year-olds by combining Head Start and California State Preschool programs.  

General Child Care and Development (CCTR) - Provides child development services in a center-based program for infants and toddlers from birth through 36 months of age. 

Resource & Referral helps parents find quality childcare, provides information on childcare subsidy programs, and provides technical assistance to childcare providers.  

Emergency Childcare Bridge Program for Foster Children is a program that helps foster parents with immediate access to quality, affordable, subsidized childcare as they move through the California Department of Social Services.  

KCAO also provides childcare assistance that can help you manage childcare costs effectively. Learn about eligibility, application steps, and a range of childcare services offered to meet the needs of low to moderate-income families. 

For more information, please visit kcao.org/early-childhood-education/