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To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. I am interested in receiving more information about the Healthy Families Program Welcome to Healthy Families! T he Healthy Families Program is a FREE pregnancy and parenting support program for first-time mom s and dads who are ag e 25 years and under and live in B erkshire Co . ​ Here are some of the ways we look forward to partnering with you and your baby in your journey as a new parent : Help you as you prepare for your baby’s birth. ​ Focus on how your newborn is growing and developing and share information and activities you can do to help foster your baby’s growth. ​ As your baby gets older, look at ways to provide positive discipline, deal with temper tantrums and safety-proof your home. ​ Connect you with other young parents at our play groups and special events. ​ Our visits can take place in your home, at our office (we have a nice space with toys) or another place where you would be most comfortable. ​ We can begin services during your pregnancy or in your child's first year, and ca n continue for up to 3 years! ​ Young and Thriving in Berkshire County Building Healthy Families Together Check out this video to hear what other young parents say about the program Meet our Team: Ctaci, Becky, Kathy, Tujuna, Carolyn and Annie CONTACT US ​ Becky Krysiak, Program Director or Annie Monti, Supervisor ​ Call: (413) 445-4324 Text: (413) 358-0287 bkrysiak@ccberkshire.org amonti@ccberkshire.org ​ Check us out on Facebook! Our program's Store All new families receive a beautiful handmade baby quilt! We have diapers available when families may need them Our program's Store 1/6 Healthy Families Massachusetts is a statewide program of the Children's Trust. Additional funding provided by the Department of Public Health and Berkshire United Way.

Our Family Support Programs Child Care of the Berkshires offers a variety of family support programs, providing a range of services including: home visiting, support groups, playgroups, parent education, fun family engagement events, information and referrals. The Family Center The Family Center believes that parents are the child’s first teacher and that play is how children learn. Our groups and events focus on supporting families with children birth through age 8. Parent Child+ ParentChild+ is an early literacy program that offers FREE books and toys to help parents support their children's learning. It serves families with children ages 18 months to 3 years. Healthy Families Healthy Families provides support and key parenting information through home visiting for first-time young parents, age 25 and under. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program provides home visiting and case-management services to families whose children have high levels of lead poisoning.

Welcome to the Family Center! The Family Center is the place for ALL families with young children to come together. We outreach and support families in the 11 towns of Northern Berkshire County. Parent Education We offer single session parenting workshops and longer weekly parent education classes. Topics include positive discipline, child development and self care for parents. Playgroups Playgroups are a wonderful opportunity to meet other parents and children, to help your child learn social skills and learn more about child development. Clothing Exchange The FREE Children's Clothing exchange is a room full of lightly used clothing. It includes newborn to size 12 clothing and children's shoes and books. Parent can come to shop and/or can donate clothing their children have outgrown. Community Resources Our friendly staff can help you get connected to the local resources to meet your family's individual needs. We provide warm hand-offs or simple phone numbers. Call us at 664-4821. Family Fun Events The Family Center plans large and small events for families with young children throughout the year. Some of our most well known events include Touch a Truck and Ooey Gooey Night. ParentChild+ ParentChild+ offers individual coaching and support to assist parents in building their child's vocabulary and other pre-reading skills. Our program is free and the books and toys are gifts to support you as your child's first teacher so you can help your child prepare for school and for life. Meet the Family Center Team 1[1] 4[1] 2[1] 1[1] 1/10 CONTACT US ​ Bethany Prince-Malloy Program Director The Family Center ​ (413) 664-4821 bprince@ccberkshire.org ​ Check out our Facebook page! Join our Facebook group! The Family Center is funded by a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and by the Children’s Trust, the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, Williamstown Community Chest and the Northern Berkshire United Way.

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Request for Proposal Audit Services for a 3-Year Contract starting Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2022 Child Care of the Berkshires, with administrative offices located at 210 State Street, North Adams, MA 01247, is seeking proposals for professional accounting services including the financial and compliance audit and completion of the Uniform Financial Report for FY 2022 ending 6/30/2022. Please download the bid packet below for proposal and submission instructions. Proposals must be submitted and received no later than 4:30 p.m. on May 13, 2022. Requst for Proposal - Audit Services (PDF) INQUIRIES AND PROPOSALS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO: Name: Sharon Pessolano Title: Director of Finances Entity: Child Care of the Berkshires, Inc. Address: 210 State Street, North Adams, MA 01247 Phone: (413) 663-6593 Email:spessolano@ccberkshire.org

Pay My Bill Your child care tuition account, invoices, and tax statements can be accessed through MyProcare . Click the button below to log in using the email address you provided to your program during enrollment. MyProcare.com Automated Payment Processing Your program also supports automated payment processing by withdrawing your weekly tuition fee from your bank account every Monday (or the first business day of the week). To enroll, please print and complete the form below and submit it to your program. Automated Payment Processing Enrollment Form If you require assistance using the parent portal or have questions about the automated payment program, please contact Sarah Lipinski at slipinski@ccberkshire.org . For billing questions, please call our Administrative Office: (413) 663-6593

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Become a Family Child Care Provider Welcome to Child Care of the Berkshires. We offer new family child care providers start-up coaching, help with education and licensing and mini grants for supplies and equipment. We offer sign on bonuses when new providers join our system. ​ Join the Child Care of the Berkshires system as a family child care provider and enjoy these benefits: BECOME A PROVIDER Interested in becoming a Family Child Care Provider? Please fill out the form below and our staff will contact you. First name Last name Email Phone Address SEND INQUIRY Thank you for your inquiry! Get started today, contact Kara Daoust at kdaoust@ccberkshire.org , 413-603-8104 Join the Child Care of the Berkshires system as a family child care provider and enjoy these benefits: ​ 13 Paid Holidays, 5 Paid Training Days and 5 PTO days per year Sign-on bonus, Educational Incentive Stipends, Grant Supports, Liability Insurance Reimbursements, Assistance with Child Enrollment and Parent Fee Collection Service Serving Pittsfield and Berkshire County

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program ​ The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program provides home-visiting and case-management services to families whose children have high levels of lead poisoning and live in Berkshire, Franklin, or Hampshire County. Our current services are delivered virtually during the pandemic. The program aims to lower elevated lead levels in children under the age of six by offering support to families as they go through the process of mandated retests, and it strives to make environments safe for the young children who live in them. In additional to families, the Community Health Worker works with health care professionals, homeowners, landlords, realtors, and other community stakeholders. ​ ​ Lead poisoning is preventable! Below are tips on keeping you and your family lead-safe! For more information on lead prevention, visit: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/childhood-lead-poisoning-prevention-program CONTACT US ​ Sean Carollo, Director/ Case Manager ​ (413) 663-9242 scarollo@ccberkshire.org ​ ​

Administration Office of Child Care of the Berkshires Management Human Resources Accounting/Billing ​ ​ Office Location: 210 State Street North Adams, MA 01247 Phone: (413) 663-6593 Fax: (413) 663-5567 Administrative Staff: ​ Amy Hall, MSW President/CEO ahall@ccberkshire.org ​ Tamara Stephens, MA Program Manager, Child Care Services tstephens@ccberkshire.org ​ Karen Rowe Program Manager, Family Support Services krowe@ccberkhshire.org ​ Sharon Pessolano Director of Finance spessolano@ccberkshire.org ​ Jana Kumar HR Director hr@ccberkshire.org ​