Child & Family Services
We believe that every family should have the opportunity to live healthy and happy lives. Our programs and services provide safe and nurturing environments that promote positive development for both parents and children.
Family Center of Bedford County
Bedford County offers free programs for anyone expecting a child and families with children from birth through school age. Here you’ll learn how to improve family life and help your children succeed in school.
Growing Years Early Learning Centers
Our Early Learning Centers are located in Bedford and Johnstown provide child care services from birth through age five in a secure, educational environment.
Head Start and Early Head Start
The Head Start programs prepare children for kindergarten and parents to be lifelong teachers and mentors. They also offer free education, health, nutrition and family services for expectant parents and children up to age five.
Before-School and After-School Care (Kid Stop)
Kid Stops in Bedford and Johnstown provide before- and after-school childcare for kids from kindergarten to age 12, as well as full-time care over the summer.
Pre-K Counts
Pre-K Counts provides no-cost pre-kindergarten education for eligible children ages 3 and 4.