Resources

 

We understand that families sometimes need a little extra support. Whether you’re facing temporary challenges or looking for ongoing assistance, there are local and state resources available to help with things like utility bills, housing, food, childcare, and more.

Below are trusted programs that can help ease financial stress and connect you with the support you need:

• NJ Division of Family Development
  Offers services such as SNAP, TANF, child care assistance, and housing support.

• Family Promise of Warren County
  A local organization supporting families experiencing housing instability or financial hardship.

• NJ FamilyCare – Medical and Dental Care
  Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible families
• Local Food Resources
  Trinity United Methodist Church- 
  Provides food assistance to individuals and families in need in the Hackettstown area

  Hackettstown Seventh Day Adventist Food Pantry - 
  Weekly/Monthly Food distribution to those in need, no income or immigration status required.

Learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends; in fact, some of the most meaningful learning happens right at home! Whether you're looking for fun ways to support reading, play, or everyday routines, these trusted resources offer simple ideas to help your child grow.

 

🧠 ZERO TO THREE
Expert tips and activities for parents of infants and young children, focused on brain development, relationships, behavior, and learning through routines.

📺 PBS Parents
A fun, family-friendly site with games, crafts, and videos featuring beloved PBS characters. Includes parenting tips, social-emotional supports, and learning ideas by age and topic.

📚 Scholastic Parents
Book lists, learning activities, and printable resources organized by subject and age. Perfect for supporting reading and school readiness at home.

🧩 Sesame Street in Communities
A joyful resource for families that includes videos, storybooks, and hands-on activities focused on emotions, routines, and healthy habits ; all with familiar Sesame Street characters.

Preschool is a big time for growing minds and big feelings. Helping children learn how to express emotions, solve problems, and build friendships starts at home; and we’re here to support you with tools that make it easier.

These free resources offer simple strategies, videos, and printables for teaching kindness, calming down, handling transitions, and supporting behavior in young children.

 

Building Social and Emotional Skills at Home (NAEYC)
Offers simple ideas like using puppets, "thinking out loud," bedtime talks, and doing chores together to help kids share feelings and practice empathy.

 

Why Is My Child Behaving This Way? (A Checklist – Janet Lansbury)
A practical and compassionate checklist to help parents understand and respond to common behaviors with empathy and structure.

 

Challenging Behavior Tips for Families (Head Start)
Everyday parenting strategies for managing common behavior challenges—covering transitions like leaving the house, riding the bus, or downtime

 

Family Engagement – Pyramid Model (NCPMI)

 

Helping your child reach important milestones in how they play, learn, speak, act, and move is key. CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early. resources offer clear, reliable checklists and examples you can explore for each age:

 

⭐ Milestones at 3 Years

See what most children do by age 3 in areas like language, movement, and social interaction. Find helpful tips and fun activities to support growth at home.

 

⭐ Milestones at 4 Years

Explore the developmental progress typical for 4-year-olds; from drawing people to imaginative play, following rules, and using clear speech.

 

⭐ Milestones at 5 Years

At this age, children often tell stories, play games with rules, and show greater independence. Check this list to support readiness for kindergarten and beyond.

Your child’s physical and emotional health are just as important as learning their ABCs. Whether you're looking for nutrition tips, health coverage, or guidance on everyday concerns like sleep and screen time, these resources are here to help.

 

🩹 HealthyChildren.org (AAP)
Created by the American Academy of Pediatrics, this site offers trusted advice on everything from immunizations and sleep to nutrition, illness, and emotional well-being.

 

🧃 NJ WIC Program
Provides healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to pregnant women, infants, and children under 5 who meet income guidelines.

 

🏥 NJ FamilyCare
New Jersey’s free or low-cost health insurance program for children and families. Covers doctor visits, prescriptions, dental care, mental health, and more.