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Explore this series of four tips sheets that is aimed at families seeking to promote positive behaviors in their child.

Families may have trouble paying for utilities such as water, electricity, cell, and internet in times of need. Learn how program staff can help connect families with programs that can help them pay their bills.

When emergencies occur, having a checking or savings account can help you receive state or federal assistance faster. Find out how program staff can help you find and open an affordable bank or credit union account.

You may experience job instability during a crisis. Explore how program staff can help you determine your eligibility for unemployment insurance benefits, apply for benefits, and look for new work.

Learn how program staff can partner with families to access different types of food assistance.

Your employment and career goals may change during emergencies. Learn how program staff can partner with you to identify immediate and long-term goals and access helpful resources.

Your education and training goals may change during emergencies. Learn how program staff can partner with you to identify immediate and long-term goals and access helpful resources.

Learn how program staff can partner with families to help them get credit and manage debt during emergencies and in the future.

In this set of videos, learn about the home-based program option. Find out how home visits work, what parents can expect from a home visitor, and the role parent's play in the development of their child.

Explore these tips sheets to learn how your Head Start program can work with you to access important information, benefits, and tools that can strengthen your family's economic security during crises.