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HEAD START | NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION (NEICAC)

600 Gunder Road Ne, Suite 11, Elkader, IA 52043

Eligibility

Children ages of 3-5, household income must be at or below the designated Federal Poverty Level

Required documents

A Family Services Specialist will contact applicant upon completion of the application to discuss next steps including income verification, child physical, immunization records, etc.

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8 am - 3 pm Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8 am - 3 pm Fri 8 am - 3 pm
(563) 387-4947

Voice - Main | Enrollment Specialist

https://www.neicac.org
[email protected]

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

Apply online or call one of the Family Services offices to apply by phone

Fees

None

Service area

Monona, Iowa
West Union, Iowa
Monona, Iowa
New Hampton, Iowa
Cresco, Iowa
Decorah, Iowa
Waukon, Iowa
Postville, Iowa
Waverly, Iowa
Elkader, Iowa
Guttenberg, Iowa
Oelwein, Iowa

Description

The Head Start program is a full day, full week preschool experience for low-income and disabled children 3-5 years old. The Head Start approach addresses the educational, health, nutrition, social, mental health and literacy needs of the children. Children participate in activities that promote motor, language, social/emotional, cognitive skills, literacy, science and math. All classrooms provide an inclusive environment for children with disabilities. Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack are provided daily through the CACFP program and Head Start partners with Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness to help children and families learn about healthy, local foods.

Providing organization

NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION CORPORATION (NEICAC)

Provides support and services to improve the stability and quality of life for individuals and families with limited resources.