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Childcare Resources of Indian River, Inc. Psychological services Program Fmder. Children Services Advisory Committee PROPOSAL NARRATIVE A. ORGANIZATION CAPABILITY (Entire Section A not to exceed one paa 1 . Provide the mission statement and vision of your organization. Mission statement: To ensure the availability and affordability of high quality early en , cl development and family support programs for children of lower income working fam - i - Indian River County. The vision of Childcare Resources is for childcare to be available and affordable for a; who qualify, and that the quality of childcare in Indian River County will be enhanced , addition, parents will be able to work secure in the knowledge their children are thrivir, i, . families will be strengthened and better able to nurture their children into responsible a Childcare Resources envisions a community that embraces the mission and recognizes community-wide support will improve the quality of life for all citizens. 2. Provide a brief summary of your organization including areas of expertise, accomplishments, and population served. Childcare Resources contracts with six local childcare centers located on eight sites to quality childcare programs for children from birth to kindergarten. Childcare Resouv r. working families who meet income eligibility guidelines and live in Indian River Cot 11 Centers must meet Childcare Resources Standards of Quality as determined by accredit the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Centers are on a regular basis . Staffs receive training and support, and center directors meet bi-m(I Childcare Resources staff to discuss issues that affect the delivery of a quality progra-11. criteria for contracting include: • A program which is both age and individually appropriate • Specifically trained and adequately compensated teachers • Low adult to child ratios ( 1 : 10 for preschool) (1 : 8 for 2 year olds) ( 1 : 6 for to :+ for infants) • Close ties with families and meaningful parental involvement • Access to comprehensive services Childcare Resources ' program places emphasis upon a strong family support and eduea , component, including parenting workshops, parent/child interactive programs, mentor resource and referral, and professional psychological support. The progress of the child"r monitored and documented. There is parental choice among centers. Parents sign a c committing to a sliding fee scale and mandatory participation in orientations, parent/tcc conferences and parent education programs throughout the year. Childcare Resource, fundraising and public awareness, which are vital to the support, sustainability and de' s the program.