Exhibitors
Florence Crittenton Family Services
Florence Crittenton Family Services provides a wide array of services to strengthen families and build a stronger community. We do this through residential, outpatient, community and early childhood programs. We believe all families deserve the chance to reach their potential and pride ourselves on a positive work environment with exceptional quality programs. For more information please visit .
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Early Childhood Bureau & Child Care Bureau
Mission: To improve the quality, affordability and accessibility of early care and education in Montana, with focused efforts on coordinated systems to best meet the needs of young children, their families, and the professionals who work on behalf of young children and families. Vision: Affordable and accessible child care in Montana Our Programs: Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies Child and Adult Care Food Program Child Care Licensing Quality in child care initiatives Other financial incentives.
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"Learn the Signs. Act Early." Centers for Disease Control
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” program aims to improve early identification of developmental delays and disabilities by promoting developmental monitoring, so children and families can get the services and support they need as early as possible. • “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” encourages parents and other care providers to learn the signs of healthy development, track their young child’s developmental milestones, and act early if there is ever a developmental concern.
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Montana School for the Deaf and Blind
Mission: To foster the learning and growth of the whole-child with a hearing and/or vision loss, preparing them to become successful citizens. Vision: To be Montana’s leading resource for the stakeholders of MSDB by providing supports & services that empower individuals to attain their highest potential. Belief Statement: All children are capable and confident and will receive an education through the whole-child education philosophy, which includes sensory specific access to communication and curriculum in safe learning & living environments.
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Montana Head Start Collaboration
The Montana Head Start Collaboration Office impacts the lives of low-income children and families by influencing state and local policy and the effective delivery of services, while linking Head Start Programs and communities through collaborative relationships.
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AWARE
OUR MISSION: We help people save lives. AWARE is a statewide nonprofit organization that offers quality, community-based support for people with mental health and/or developmental disabilities and early intervention through Early Head Start programs. We serve all 56 counties in Montana.
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CSHS
Children’s Special Health Services works to help children and families in Montana receive the healthcare and supportive services they need to live fulfilling, healthy lives in their communities.
Montana Family to Family Health Information Center
We are dedicated to supporting families of children and youth with special health care needs. We provide free, individualized assistance to help families navigate and access essential resources. We connect caregivers with local programs and other parents facing similar challenges, fostering a supportive community. Our services empower families to become effective advocates for their children, ensuring they receive the care and support they need.
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies
The Mission - Improve the health, safety, and well-being of Montana families by supporting mothers and babies, age zero to three. The Vision - There will be a safe and healthy beginning for all babies in Montana.
The Montana Family Childcare Network
MFCN and Mtaeyc are a collaboration of Early Childhood Professionals and Advocates who represent Montana's Child Care Professionals and advocate with untied voices on behalf of all children, families, and early childhood educators. We promote and encourage quality professional child care and early education through professional education, mentoring and advocacy.
Montana Early Childhood Network
We know early childhood is one of the most important chapters in a person’s life. The relationships, care, and support children receive in these critical years shape their future, and the future of our communities.
That’s why Montanans from all walks of life are coming together to form the Montana Early Childhood Network, a growing movement including individuals, organizations, and coalitions working together to build a stronger, more connected early childhood system in our state.
We believe that families and young children in Montana should be front and center in every decision that affects them, from local programs to state policy.
MT WIC
WIC offers healthy food, breastfeeding support, nutrition tips, and connection to community resources.
Montana Empowerment Center
The mission of the MEC is to empower, encourage and educate all Montana families with children and young adults with disabilities.
The Sandbox Project
The Sandbox Project provides education and training on using inclusive practices, Universal Design for Learning, and assistive technology in birth-to-five childcare centers to support all young learners.
Shodair Children's Hospital
To heal, help and inspire hope.
Child Bridge
Child Bridge finds and equips foster and adoptive families for children who have suffered abuse and neglect.
We build access and opportunity for people with disabilities through education, research, evaluation, and service.