Union Smart Start: A Partnership for Children

Union County’s Smart Start-funded programs are a vital framework of support for our community’s children, parents, and caregivers.

From the new mother that feels overwhelmed with breastfeeding to the teacher that wants to pursue an advanced degree but can’t afford tuition, Union Smart Start strengthens our community with nurturing and supportive resources.

Child Care-Related

Smart Start programs provide a lending library of toys and educational games for children and help locate high-quality, affordable childcare for parents. Learn how a Smart Start-funded collaboration can strengthen the program quality and licensure rating of your child care facility.

Family Support

Find out how Smart Start helps parents strengthen their child-rearing skills and teaches children to identify inappropriate touching. Discover how low-income children can be ensured the best possible child care possible.

Health-Related

Discover how to encourage your behaviorally-challenged child or how to find the child care environment for that will allow him to flourish. Find out how Latino and Hispanic families are connected to consistent, long-term health care or how a new mother can find support and fellowship from her peers.

Professional Development

Smart Start allows child care professionals to take college-credit classes at no cost and ensures low turnover in child care facilities through scholarship programs.