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Health & Human Services

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Department of Early Education & Care

Learn about the programs and agencies that are licensed or funded by the Department of Early Education and Care, and…

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Kennedy-Donovan Center

Supports people with developmental delays, disabilities or family challenges to pursue their personal potential and success in the community. They…

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WIC – Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program

The WIC Nutrition Program keeps pregnant and breastfeeding women and kids under 5 healthy.

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South County Community Partnership

Offers weekly educational playgroups, drop-in preschool, child/caregiver workshops, events, and parent workshops are offered year-round. Serves Dudley, Oxford, Charlton, Southbridge and Webster. Holds…

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Internet Safety

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Children’s Partnership

A comprehensive look at the information superhighway and what parents should know.

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Cybertip Line

Sponsored by the National Center for Missing and Expoited Children. Use this site to report child abuse of any sort. This can…

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Get Net Wise

The Internet offers kids many opportunities for learning, constructive entertainment, and personal growth. At the same time, parents are concerned…

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SafeKids.com

Family guide to making the Internet and technology fun, safe and productive.

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On Guard Online

This site from the federal government provides tips for parents for navigation online safety including talking with your kids.

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FBI’s Parent Guide to Internet Safety

The FBI’s informational pamphlet to online exploitation and the risks to your children.

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Reading is Fundamental

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Children’s Book Council

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