Empowered Community Outreach Services - ECOS

05/09/2026

Consistency , support, and being heard truly sets a parent up for success!

01/31/2026

Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential invites licensed child care centers to join PreK for All Office Hours!

Office Hours will cover the PreK for All Roadmap, program eligibility, and first steps to becoming a PreK for All partner.

Join the next session on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12-1 p.m. ET. Register now! https://bit.ly/4tebfXy

09/19/2025

ما المقصود بـ "شبكة رعاية الطفل المنزلية" وكيف تعمل

في الفيديو السابق، تحدثنا عن أهمية هذه الشبكات. اليوم، نخوض في التفاصيل: ما هي هذه الشبكات فعليًا وكيف تُبنى؟

ما هي شبكة رعاية الطفل المنزلية (HBCC Network)؟
هي مجموعة مترابطة من مقدمي الرعاية والأسر، يتحدون لتعزيز جودة الرعاية المنزلية وضمان استدامتها. يعملون معًا عبر آليات رسمية أو غير رسمية مثل:

الجمعيات والتجمعات المهنية.

أنظمة الإحالات وتبادل الموارد.

مجموعات الدعم التي يُديرها مقدمو الرعاية أنفسهم.

كيف تطور مفهومها؟

بدايةً: عرّفت الأبحاث المبكرة هذه الشبكات كبرامج مجتمعية توظف مختصين لتقديم الدورات والخدمات المستمرة للمنتسبين.

اليوم: اتسع التعريف ليشمل تقديم الدعم الفني، التدريب، والمساندة الجماعية لمقدمي الرعاية في جميع الظروف، بما في ذلك رعاية الأقارب والأصدقاء والجيران.

ما هو "مركز الشبكة" (Network Hub)؟
هو القلب النابض للشبكة! ⚙️
منظمة تتلقى تمويلاً عاماً وتقوم بتنسيق وتقديم الخدمات للمقدمين والأسر. مهمتها جمع المعلومات وضمان توافق الخدمات مع أهداف الشبكة الأوسع.

ما هي "استراتيجية الشبكة الشاملة"؟
هي النظرة العامة التي تجمع:

الجهات الممولة والمنفذة.

مركز الشبكة.

مقدمي الخدمات والأسر.
لعمل متكامل يركز على تحسين السياسات، جمع البيانات، وتقييم الاحتياجات لتحقيق أفضل النتائج للجميع.

كيف نستخدم المعايير؟
يمكن للولايات والمنظمات المجتمعية استخدام هذه المعايير كدليل إرشادي لـ:

تأسيس شبكات جديدة.

تقييم الشبكات الحالية وتطويرها.

ضمان أن أصوات مقدمي الرعاية مُستَمعة وأن الخدمات مُحسَّنة باستمرار.

English Version (For a bilingual post):

Home Child Care Networks (HBCC)

🎥 Video #2: What is a "Home-Based Child Care Network" and How Does It Work?

In our previous video, we discussed their importance. Now, let's get into the details: what are these networks, and how are they structured?

What is an HBCC Network?
It's an interconnected group of providers and families who unite to enhance the quality and sustainability of home-based care. They work together through formal or informal structures like:

Professional associations and groups.

Referral systems and resource sharing.

Peer-led support groups.

How has the concept evolved?

Initially: Early research defined them as community programs with paid staff offering ongoing services and support to affiliates.

Today: The definition has expanded to include technical assistance, training, and peer support for all home-based providers, including family, friend, and neighbor care.

What is a "Network Hub"?
It's the engine of the network! ⚙️
An organization at the core of the strategy that receives public funding to coordinate and provide services for providers and families. Its role is to gather data and ensure services align with the network's broader goals.

What is a "Comprehensive Network Strategy"?
This is the big-picture approach that brings together:

Funders and implementing entities.

The Network Hub.

Providers and families.
For a unified effort focused on improving policies, collecting data, and assessing needs to achieve the best outcomes for everyone.

How are the standards used?
States and community organizations can use these standards as a guide to:

Establish new networks.

Review and improve existing ones.

Ensure providers' voices are heard and services are continuously enhanced.

09/19/2025

تعزيز شبكات رعاية الطفل المنزلية: إطار لضمان الجودة العالية

09/11/2025

08/10/2025

Family child care Educators, join us this Friday for wayne county, Saturday for Oakland and Macomb. Receive a Free Musical instrument kit.

Please join us for our Monthly in-person meeting
Social & Emotional Development Through Music and Movement for Mixed Age Groups

Free Musical Instruments kit

Please scan QR code for Registration

08/04/2025

Please join us for our Monthly in-person meeting
Social & Emotional Development Through Music and Movement for Mixed Age Groups

Free Musical Instruments kit

Please scan QR code for Registration

07/17/2025

The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC). Hispanic Caucus. Virtual meeting tonight 8:00 EST. Get involved , be a voice for the children, families, and the communities we serve!

Join Us for a Special Screening & Discussion: Solidarity in a New Era

July 17th | 8:00 PM ET | Virtual Event
Hosted by NAFCC's Hispanic Caucus Leader, Yessika Magdaleno

Dive into history and culture with us as we watch Solidarity in a New Era, a powerful documentary featuring actor and activist John Leguizamo as he uncovers the untold stories of Latinos and their profound impact on the shaping of the United States.

Often sidelined in mainstream narratives, Latino communities have always been at the heart of resistance, resilience, and transformation. This film shines a light on those contributions—and invites us to reflect on what solidarity looks like today.

-️ Open to all NAFCC members and allies.
- A thoughtful conversation will follow the film, centering on identity, justice, and our role in building a more inclusive future.

Register here https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DyNYMkvgTZaeKjVekRaq_w #/registration

07/16/2025

🧩 Strengthening Family Engagement
Empowering Partnerships Between Providers & Families

📅 Date: Friday, July 26th, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM (To Be Confirmed by Najwa)
💻 Location: Zoom – Link will be shared upon registration

🎯 Training Focus:
This interactive session will explore practical strategies to help family child care providers build strong, collaborative relationships with families — all in support of the child's development and well-being.

✨ What You’ll Gain:
✅ Tools to enhance communication with families
✅ Techniques to foster trust and collaboration
✅ Real-world examples and discussions
✅ Resources to support ongoing family engagement

📌 Who Should Attend:
Family child care providers, assistants, and anyone working directly with young children and their families.