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Homelessness in Early Childhood
05/21/2022 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM CT
Admission
- Free
Location
Summary
Homelessness negatively impacts child development, learning, and behavior. With 1 in every 14 children under the age of 6 experiencing homelessness in Missouri, it is not something that can be ignored. This training explores the definition of homelessness, its impact on families and children, and strategies to support these families and children in an effort to reduce the effects.
Description
Meeting ID: 854 8473 2291
Presented By: Andrea Walton
Objectives:
Participants will know the definition of "homelessness" according to the McKinney-Vento act. Participants will understand the challenges families face who are experiencing homelessness which create barriers to accessing quality early childhood programs. Participants will understand how homelessness can impact a child's development, learning, and behavior. Participants will learn strategies to support families and children experiencing homelessness.
Core Competencies:
- 4.1.2.b - Communicates and assists families by sharing appropriate services, resources, and technology.
- 4.2.3.a - Demonstrates a strengths-based approach when working with families.
- 4.3.1.a - Recognizes and uses community resources to support and assist families.
CDAs:
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