Browse the list below to find resources from United Way and our partners, including child care assistance and tips, educational tools and other supports for families.
By contacting 2-1-1 you can get access to thousands of resources such as housing and utility assistance, after school programs and tutoring, medical care and senior care assistance. You can also call 2-1-1 to get connected to volunteer opportunities in your area.
CONTACT 2-1-1The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides lists of developmental milestones for children up to five years of age. This can help parents identify any delays their child may have, plus connect them with some free resources.
LEARN MOREThe Child Care Aware Checklist gives parents a list of important questions to ask care providers to find one that is right for their family.
DOWNLOADFunded by The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Detroit SOARS Scholarship program provides financial support for Detroit families with children under age 5 to offset child care tuition.
Learn MoreEarly On is Michigan’s system for helping infants and toddlers with developmental delays or who are at risk for delays. It’s designed to help families find the social, health, and educational services that will promote the development of their infants and toddlers with special needs.
LEARN MOREConnect4Care Kids is an online tool to help parents and caregivers in Southeastern Michigan access affordable, quality child care.
FIND CARECall 877-614-7328 to connect with a Great Start to Quality Resource Center near you and get help finding child care.
The Great Start Collaborative provides support and resources to parents and care providers.
Macomb County Oakland County Washtenaw County Wayne CountyKids’ Health Connections (formerly the Wayne Children’s Healthcare Access Program (WCHAP)) educates and empowers parents to better manage their child’s health care.
LEARN MOREFind the best things to do with kids in Metro Detroit and surrounding areas, from parks and playgrounds to museums and events.
LEARN MOREMetro Parent is a website for families in Metro Detroit, offering guides, events, tips and news on parenting, education, travel and more. Find out what’s happening near you.
LEARN MOREStudents and families participating in Summer Discovery will explore their interests, engage in their communities, and discover their potential through robust enrichment and academic programming. This free program provides fun learning experiences to support the whole child in their educational journey and life beyond the classroom.
SEARCH NOWMeet Up and Eat Up summer meal sites serve more than 1 million meals to children every summer.
FIND YOUR SITEParentPowered is a text messaging service for parents of children ages 13 and younger. The service sends helpful tips around education, health and development based on your child’s age.
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