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Jefferson County Public Schools: Jeffco Schools will be implementing meal service based on the most current learning model at the time. Meal service will consist of meals provided in person, take home meals from school sites and multiple meal pickups for remote learners. All school meals are free to all students through June 30^th, 2021.

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1. Developmental Disabilities Resource Center: DDRC creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to participate fully in the community.

2. Emergency Child Care Collaborative: Colorado Office of Early Childhood Department of Human Services Frequently Asked Questions.

3. Jeffco Families Colorado: Jeffco Families Colorado resource page is a one-stop resource for caregivers of young children in Jefferson County.

4. Jefferson County Communities that Care (CTC): Jefferson County CTC created a resource for parents and guardians to talk with teens about COVID-19. This includes how to start a conversation, quick tips, things to do, and recommended resources.

5. Jefferson County Head Start: No-Cost preschool program for children 3-5 years of age. All enrolled Head Start families receive services including no-cost meals, virtual learning opportunities, personalized instruction from child’s teacher, a dedicated Family Support Specialist to coordinate resources and a Mental Health specialist to provide support.

6. Jefferson County Human Services: Jefferson County Human Services investigates reports of abuse and neglect of children. We have a 24/7 screening hotline at 303-271-4357 or the statewide Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-844-CO-4-KIDS.

7. Jefferson County Public Schools: Jeffco Schools will be implementing meal service based on the most current learning model at the time. Meal service will consist of meals provided in person, take home meals from school sites and multiple meal pickups for remote learners. All school meals are free to all students through June 30^th, 2021.

8. Other Resources

Talking to Children about COVID-19 - National Association of School Psychologists (in English, Spanish, Amharic, Chinese, Korean, French, Vietnamese)
Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association
How to talk to your anxious child about the coronavirus - Psychology Today
Parenting with Resilience in Unsettling Times - Psychology Today