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The Ferguson Library is here to help Stamford's parents with programs and materials for you and your children. Read about them here, discover our Special Needs Center, and follow the librarian-selected links to some of the best online parenting resources.
Special Needs Center
Library resources, local, state and national organizations and other help for parents of children with special needs
Parenting Resources
Get help choosing baby names, look for activity ideas, and check out different parenting groups.
Kids and Technology
Sites on Internet literacy and safety.
Caring for Kids
Includes links to sites on children's health and safety, basic child care, and T.V. and toy safety guidelines.
Books and Learning
Resources to help your child with reading and school.
Places to Go
Family friendly activities and places to visit in and around Stamford.
211 Childcare
Use the search function to find the right local childcare options for your
and your child.
Moms Club of Stamford
A resource for Stamford stay-at-home moms. The Moms clubs sponsors a wide
range of activities a for Moms and their children.
Stamford School Readiness Program
Information about pre-school programs for 3 and 4 year olds at the William
Pitt Center. The site also includes information on preparing your child for kindergarten.
Every Child Matters Program
A program that helps Stamford families access no- or low-cost health
insurance for their children through Connecticut's HUSKY program. Help is
available in English or Spanish.
SCOPES
SCOPES serves as a support network for Stamford parents whose children
receive special education services. They offer programs and advocacy.
Childcare Learning Centers
Look here for many different preschool offerings, including Head Start
programs and Stamford School readiness.
CTParenting.com
This website from the Connecticut Department of Children and Families provides links to information on many areas of interest to parents; from child development to family fun. Resources in Spanish are also available.
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