A new study highlights the importance of Pennsylvania s Early Intervention program and its services for infants and toddlers at risk of developmental delays. Kari King, president and CEO of Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children, said there are two Early Intervention programs: "Part B" for preschoolers, ages 3 to 5, and her group advocates for "Part C," which supports infants and toddlers and is administered through the Department of Human Services. King said only 46,000 children are served by Part C. .
Family advocates are at the State Capital for a "Day on the Hill" rally today, to voice their concerns to lawmakers about issues affecting Arkansans quality of life. The Arkansas Coalition for Strong Families and other organizations would like to see more investments in programs such as preschool, disability services and affordable housing. Syard Evans, CEO of the Arkansas Support Network and co-chair of the coalition, said it wants to raise awareness and ensure marginalized communities have a voice in state budgeting. .
Advocates for foster families are pressing lawmakers to save the Family Urgent Response System from the budget ax. California faces a $37.9 billion deficit and Gov. Gavin Newsom s initial proposal zeros out the program s $30 million budget. .
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