NEWS, UPDATES & INFORMATION
NEW Early Care/Education Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
First 5 Riverside has issued a Request for Qualifications that will be used to establish an External Review Team of reliable qualified assessors that First 5 Riverside will utilize to conduct ITERS, ECERS and FCCERS environmental assessments for classrooms and family child care homes being considered for possible Access & Quality Improvement funding. Click here for more details.
NEW Early Care/Education Request for Application (RFA)
The Riverside County Children & Families Commission is seeking applications from licensed center-based and large family child care providers to improve access and quality of early care and education programs in Riverside County. See details on RFA and important dates. Potential applicants must register as a Riverside County vendor to enter e-procurement process and view important documents regarding this RFA.
AB99 UPDATE: Commission Allocates $30 Million
Since the State is not appealing ruling on AB99 declaring it unconstitutional to swipe $1 billion, the Riverside County Children & Families Commission approved $30 million at its April meeting to maximize services and programs benefiting Riverside County children through age 5 and their families. See details about this decision.
Focused Investments for Lifetime Successes
First 5 Riverside funds a variety of services, ranging from preschool and child care to dental and health care, to help young Riverside County children develop a strong foundation for success in school and beyond. See results of funding for fiscal year 2010-2011 in the latest report.
Encourage Healthy Eating Habits Early
Start healthy eating habits early to help prevent early childhood obesity, diabetes and other serious health problems in the future.This month—National Nutrition Month— get tips, ideas and recipes to make healthy eating fun and inviting for young ones.
Ready? Set. Grow!
From their first smile to their first steps and words—it's so much fun watching a child grow and develop. Check out common milestones to expect during the first couple of years and get tips and resources to help them grow in the years beyond.
Family Time is FUN Time
Life gets busy, but don't forget to make time for family. Spending time together can help build a child's confidence and set a foundation for positive outcomes that can last a lifetime. See tips on how to get the fun started today. Resources for Parents and Caregivers
It's not easy finding the right child care, health service or early education opportunity for your little one. Find links to resources in those critical areas to help support young children for success in school and beyond. Download a list of Riverside County service agencies funded by First 5 Riverside, OR call
2-1-1 for services in your neighborhood.