Early head start assistance in North Carolina

Early Head Start is a comprehensive early childhood education program located at 501 East Concord Street in Morganton, North Carolina. Our institution provides high-quality services for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers up to age three, focusing on promoting healthy development and school readiness. We offer a range of services including early education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and family support to ensure that children and families have the support they need to thrive. Our dedicated staff are committed to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. Join us at Early Head Start and give your child the best start in life.

Durham Early Head Start (DEHS) is a school located at 1201 South Briggs Avenue in Durham, North Carolina, United States. It is a federally-funded, free, and comprehensive child development and family support program for low-income expectant women and families with infants and toddlers age birth to 3. Families can participate through home visiting or full day high-quality center-based child care. Currently, DEHS serves 136 children through center-based care and 36 children through home visiting, for a total enrollment of 172. All families receive high-quality, comprehensive services including education, health, dental, and nutritional aid, housing assistance, parent education, mental health screenings, and early intervention. DEHS collaborates with community partners to serve Durham's most vulnerable children and families. The institution is currently accepting applications and families on the waitlist from the previous year must reapply. For more information, please contact the Durham Early Head Start Office at (919) 403-6960.