YMCA Childcare Resource Service

YMCA Childcare Resource Service Helping families and child care providers connect, share and grow since 1980. YMCA Childcare Resource Service is a department of the YMCA of San Diego County.

YMCA Childcare Resource Service (YMCA CRS) strengthens families and child care professionals so all children and youth reach their fullest potential. Our commitment to providing comprehensive support to families and child care providers builds a thriving community. Throughout its history, the YMCA has been the leader in implementing a wide range of programs designed to improve the quality of life and promote the well-being of children, families, and those who care for them.

Our “In Safe Hands” Health & Safety Conference was a success! With over 100 child care providers in attendance and 8 bre...
06/22/2026

Our “In Safe Hands” Health & Safety Conference was a success! With over 100 child care providers in attendance and 8 breakout sessions focused on practical tools and strategies that providers can put to work the moment they’re back in their groove, this conference added some more tools to our providers tool box and connected them to one another 🙌🏼

We are so proud to be able to support our amazing child care providers in growing their businesses and providing them with support and tools they may need and we’re grateful for their trust in being part of our community!

A special shout out to our opening speaker, Alethea Aguilar- First 5 San Diego Executive Director for spending her morning and sharing her expertise with us! 🫶🏼

JOIN US FOR OUR “IN SAFE HANDS” HEALTH & SAFTEY CONFERENCE 🤝✨This Health and Safety Conference is designed specifically ...
05/20/2026

JOIN US FOR OUR “IN SAFE HANDS” HEALTH & SAFTEY CONFERENCE 🤝✨

This Health and Safety Conference is designed specifically for child care providers! This event will cover important topics including:
🧘🏽‍♀️ self-care
🥙 nutrition
🧠bearly childhood mental health
🦷 oral health

Giving you practical tools to support both yourself and the children in your care! 🧡

💻 To register, visit: ymcasd.org/in-safe-hands/

**This is a BILINGUAL event. All portions of event will be in English & Spanish**

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Acompáñenos en nuestra conferencia de salud y seguridad “En buenas manos” 🤝✨

Esta conferencia de salud y seguridad está diseñada específicamente para proveedores de cuidado infantil! Este evento abordará temas importantes, como:

🧘🏽‍♀️ cuidado personal
🥙 nutrición
🧠 salud mental en la primera infancia
🦷 salud bucal

¡Le brindaremos herramientas prácticas para apoyarse tanto a usted mismo como a los niños bajo su cuidado! 🧡

💻 Para registrarse, visite: ymcasd.org/in-safe-hands/

**Este es un evento BILINGÜE. Todas las secciones del evento se llevarán a cabo en inglés y español.**

How did we fit all our staff into one room?!?! 😳 we’re still not sure but we’re so happy to have them all under one roof...
05/11/2026

How did we fit all our staff into one room?!?! 😳 we’re still not sure but we’re so happy to have them all under one roof!

We held our first all-staff of 2026 and it was packed with activities, mission realignment, celebrating, and community building…LITERALLY🙌🏼✨

Together we built a community quilt that demonstrated what community means to them, and as luck would have it, it turns out we all have similar meanings 🥹🫶🏼

Our commitment to our communities, and our families runs deep and our teams are dedicated to helping our families thrive whether through providing subsidies to pay for childcare, childcare referrals, and finding the right care for your child, or supporting our childcare providers who do the amazing job of providing safe and loving spaces for children… we are committed to this work and to helping our communities grow and these are the faces behind the work!

Our child care providers help the world go round 🫶🏼🎉✨ and today is their day! Providers are an integral part of our comm...
05/08/2026

Our child care providers help the world go round 🫶🏼🎉✨ and today is their day!

Providers are an integral part of our communities. These are the humans who help our communities thrive by supporting our families with the essential care they need for their children. Providing loving, caring, and safe spaces where parents know their children will be taken care of while they work to reach their goals 🙌🏼

Don’t just take it from us, take it from our parents too!

Thank you for all you do and the AMAZING impact you make 🎉 We 🫶🏼 Providers!

🚨 Calling ALL child care providers 🚨!!! You care for children everyday…now let’s take care of YOU! From May 1-11, all ch...
05/07/2026

🚨 Calling ALL child care providers 🚨!!! You care for children everyday…now let’s take care of YOU!

From May 1-11, all child care providers are invited to enjoy one free week at any YMCA of San Diego County location🙌🏼🎉

It’s a small thank you for the BIG impact you make in our community!

Head over to: YMCASD.ORG/PROVIDERGIFT today for your free pass 🫶🏼✨

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #5 ➡️ Everyone deserves to have their basic needs met. Basic needs like child care, food, housing, or...
05/01/2026

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #5 ➡️ Everyone deserves to have their basic needs met. Basic needs like child care, food, housing, or utility assistance and also things like education, training, and employment supports.

When we have our basic needs met, we can reduce stress on parents and families, while also reducing the risk factors associated with child maltreatment.

Swipe to learn more about local organizations in San Diego like or our own YMCA Childcare Resource Service, where we have a team of dedicated child care advisors ready to find the best child care option for you and your family. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💛

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #4 ➡️ The ability to express emotions, manage behavior, and interact positively with others are criti...
04/28/2026

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #4 ➡️ The ability to express emotions, manage behavior, and interact positively with others are critical life skills for both children and adults🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Parents and caregivers play an important role in showing children how to handle emotions, behave in different environments, and engage in relationships and community.

Swipe to see a couple tips you can start implementing today to build social and emotional competence with you and your family! 🫶🏼

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #3 ➡️ Children don’t come with a manual, and knowing how to respond to a child’s needs can be hard. M...
04/24/2026

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #3 ➡️ Children don’t come with a manual, and knowing how to respond to a child’s needs can be hard.

Making sure that parents and caregivers have access to information about child development and support for positive parenting practices can help build empathy and support them in being the best parents they can be.

Swipe to find local resources for caregivers and how to access them!

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #2 ➡️ Building positive relationships are the most vital support systems we have!The social connectio...
04/21/2026

PROTECTIVE FACTOR #2 ➡️ Building positive relationships are the most vital support systems we have!

The social connections we make as children provide the emotional, informational, and spiritual support we need to last a lifetime🙌🏼 We’re here to help families find resources, support, and connections that allow them to care for children effectively, even under stress and adversity.

Swipe for quick tips you can practice to build your family’s social connections! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💛

Address

4451 30 Th Street
San Diego, CA
92116

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(619) 521-3055

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