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OUR HISTORY
The Open Door Parent Child Caring Center, under the joint
sponsorship of National Council of Jewish Women, Lakeville Section, and the
Great Neck Visiting Nurse Association, was formally organized in May 1981 with
the election of a board of directors from these two community organizations,
plus representatives of social welfare and educational agencies interested in
young children.
The Open Door Parent Child Caring Center is incorporated in New York State as a
charitable organization and is registered with the IRS as a non-profit agency.
It was originally founded as a resource for families that were struggling with
both economic and emotional hardships. It offered a respite for parents of
infants and preschool children.
PRESENTLY
Open Door Parent Child Caring Center has evolved over the years to address the needs of both parent and
child in our ever changing world. We provide an integrated program that
coordinates developmentally appropriate early childhood programs for
infants,
toddlers and
two and
three year olds, in addition to a weekly
parent education group. The
first three years are critical to the formation of a foundation of trust,
communication, and awareness of the uniqueness of the parent-child bond. Raising
children successfully in our society is a huge responsibility, and we are
committed to helping parents gain the information and confidence to feel
comfortable in this new role. The program serves families in Nassau County and
Queens.
Our teachers are professionals, CPR/Red Cross trained, and
are experts in the developmental stages and needs of children from 2 months
through 3 years old. We encourage our staff to keep current in the fields of
early development and education. The large sunny classroom is well equipped with
materials that foster exploration, creativity and curiosity in an atmosphere
that provides warmth and nurturing to each child’s individual needs.
Our talented certified social workers lead parent discussion
groups dealing with a variety of topics, such as sleep deprivation, sibling
rivalry, marital adjustments, appropriate developmental expectations and
separation anxiety. Meeting other parents and sharing parenting concerns and
experiences offers both support and insight into the day-to-day challenges of
being a parent. It is also a wonderful way to establish a network of new and
lasting friendships.
Financial Aid is given to families who qualify for help. It has been our policy
that no one will be denied access to the program due to financial reasons.
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