CCECC is committed to ensuring the children and families of Chaffee County have the support they need to thrive. CCECC conducts community assessments to identify local families’ needs. We then work in broad partnership to identify solutions and …

CCECC supports prospective child care providers with start-up support and financing, as well as coaching, professional development, and guidance to navigate the state licensing system. Get Started

Founded in 2007, CCECC facilitates broad collaboration across the communities of Chaffee County to identify and address local needs related to early childhood. CCECC’s efforts have resulted in the implementation of sustainable, cost-effective solutions that bring evidence-based services to families in our small communities.

Nov 1, 2022 · The work of CCECC to create a seamless system to access early childhood and family mental health services in our rural communities is featured on pages 36-37 of this comprehensive report.

CCECC provides access to resources, training for families and professionals, and nurturing strategies that make a difference in children’s school readiness. Young children are ready for school when their needs – physical, social, and emotional – are met from the beginning.

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If you want to start a center-based program, we can help you at every step of the way. CCECC supports new and existing child care programs and may be able to cover some of the costs of opening.

Middle childhood – or age 6-8 – brings many changes in a child’s life. It is more important to children at this age to have independence from family.

Visit the child care programs you are considering; plan to stay for at least 30 minutes to observe. Consider making a second visit at a different time of day to get a fuller understanding of the program.

719.221.5114 | [email protected]. Chaffee County Early Childhood Council. Make a Donation Start a Child Care Program . Find Child Care Providers. About CCECC ...