Q: What does Young Horizons do?
A: Young Horizons operates quality State Preschool Programs and Childcare
centers for children from low-income families, that work or live in Long Beach. We prepare children for success in school and life.
Q: How much does Childcare
cost?
A: Childcare is calculated on an
affordable, sliding-fee scale. Click here to view the table http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/cd/ci/documents/feeschedule06.xls
Q: How much
does the State Preschool program cost?
A: The State Preschool Program is FREE to income-qualifying families, and operates from August through
June.
Q: What ages do you accept?
A: Our State Preschool Program
is for 3 & 4 year old children. They must turn 3 by December 2 of that school year.
Our Childcare program serves children from
6 months old up to 5 years, 9 months old (kindergarten entry age).
Q: How do
I qualify for Childcare?
A: In addition
to the income qualifications, parents must be working 30+ hours a week, or be attending school full time working on a
degree or vocational program. Call an Eligibility Worker [(562) 437-8991] for more information.
Q: Where
are you located?
A: All seven of our sites are located
in Long Beach. See the "Locations" page for more details or click here http://yhcc-lb.com/id1.html
Q: Do you provide childcare in the evenings or weekends?
A: No. Our childcare program operates Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Q: What do I have to provide for my child in
childcare?
A: You must provide
* an extra change
of clothing
* sheets
and blankets for your child's crib or mat
* disposable diapers for your infant or toddler, until they are toilet learning.
Q: Does my child have to have a TB test?
A: Yes, any child 3 years or older must submit proof
of a TB test.
Q: How
soon can my child start childcare?
A:
In Los Angeles county a Centralized Eligibility List (LA CEL) has been created to help connect low-income families to needed
services. Enrollment is based on available space and ranked by household income. You must register with the LA CEL in order
to receive subsidized services. Click here for an application and more information: http://ceo.lacounty.gov/ccp/pdf/CEL%2006/EN/CEL%20Registration%20Form-july06.pdf.
We only enroll children who
are registered on the LA CEL. Waiting time varies, depending on our enrollment. There may be an immediate opening...or a wait
of weeks or months.
Q: How do I get on the waiting list?
A: LA CEL applications are also available at our main office, at 501 Atlantic Ave. You do not need an
appointment, but please arrive before 5:30 p.m. Our receptionist will register your family on the LA CEL.
Q: What will my child learn?
A: Your child will learn to interact with adults and other children in
individual and group settings. We provide a variety of activities that support physical, cognitive, social and creative skills.
Our curriculum is age-appropriate and is based on the individual needs of each child. We work to prepare your child
to enter kindergarten ready to interact, learn and succeed.
Q: Do I provide any food for my child?
A: No.
Our Food Program provides nutritious meals (formula for infants) and snacks for all children. Preschoolers receive a hot meal.
Children in childcare (including infants) receive a hot breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.
Q: May I visit my child?
A: Yes! You are welcomed and encouraged to come observe your
child at any time. You do not need an appointment.
Q: May I volunteer?
A: Yes! There are various ways for you to get involved. Please
contact our Program Director for information at (562) 437-8991 ext. 18. One of the easiest ways to participate is through
our Organization of Parents and Teachers (OPT). They are involved in numerous activities that benefit the children. Join us!
