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Jump to News and Resources links – Frequent Updates
As our community navigates Coronavirus, we are sharing resources that are relevant to families with young children.
At times like this, our community steps up with tremendous support, and we are grateful. You are already doing a lot as a parent to navigate this unprecedented situation, and we are here to help you. As you identify services, we recommend checking an organization’s Facebook page in addition to the links, since many are posting changes frequently.
Staff will be following DHHS recommendation to use teleworking technologies to the greatest extent possible, and be available via email and phone. Staff Directory
click here – updated 3/27/20
We will continue to closely monitor the COVID-19 situation in our community and provide updates as needed. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions. Thank you as we work together to protect the health of our community.
We want you to know that we are here to navigate with your family in any way that we can.
News & Updates
- NCDHHS
- WECT – COVID-19
- NHC Schools
- NHC Govt Updates
- United Way of NC – COVID-19
- Resources for undocumented communities – NC Justice Ctr
by S Brown – click to read
Meals for Children
Caregiver, Social, and Emotional Resources
- NHC Resiliency Task Force (FB)
- Five Helpful Responses for Families – Conscious Discipline
- Coronavirus and Kids: Resources from Save the Children
- Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With Coronavirus
- Help Now! Activities – Community Resiliency Model
- How to Stay Calm in the Midst of the Coronavirus Crisis (Psy Today)
- Childcare Referrals – Updated Contact Info
- Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times
Learning at Home
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- Developmental Activities by Age – from SSNHC ECE Staff
- Remote Learning Activities – NC DPI
- NHCS Early Childhood Education – tips & activity suggestions
- 4 Easy Activities to Support Learning While Your Child is at Home
- Vroom Brain Building
- 20 Virtual Field Trips to Take With Your Kids
- Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions Due to School Closings
- Cincinnati Zoo Home Safari Live at 3pm
- Shark Story Time Live at 10am
- Story Time from Space (also has cool Science Time Videos)
- NHC Library (FB) – online library cards, curb-side book pick-up, many online activities
- Free 60 days of WiFi for students (new Spectrum customers)
Community Partners
- Nourish NC
- Community Gardens in Wilmington
- Diaper Bank & Catholic Charities (scroll to Cape Fear Region)
Child Care Centers
- Coronavirus Guidance for Schools and Districts – NC DPI
- Updates & Action Needed for Child Care Facilities – NCDHHS
- Emergency Child Care Operations & Financing Guidance – NCDHHS
- Conscious Discipline – free 90 days of educator (& family) resources
