Children & Families at the Center
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Physical, mental, and emotional health have a major impact on a family’s ability to thrive.1 Childhood trauma, for instance, can have lasting he...
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Evidence shows a child’s healthy development hinges on stable relationships and supportive environments. Effective, high-quality early childhood...
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As states move to meet the needs of children and parents simultaneously, reimagining the way specific services are administered will help more parents...
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We started the year with a new administration and a call from the public for a renewed focus on economic security and opportunity. An uncertain policy...