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The COVID-19 public health crises is having an unprecedented impact on all of us. Families and our early care and education community have experienced monumental changes in the way we interact with each other due to 'shelter in-place' orders, the phases of 're-opening', and vaccine availability across Texas. On this page we will try to gather resources and information for families and professionals.
Please stay safe and healthy and reach out to us if you have resources to share or need support.   


The Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call toll-free at 833-986-1919.
​​Coronavirus Guidance from DSHS and the Governor

Vaccine Resources

Vaccine Appointments are now open to everyone age 6 months through 5 years in Texas. 
Hays County 
Caldwell County
​COVID-19 Vaccine Time Saver
Everyone wants the pandemic to end so we can get back to normal, but there is a lot of confusion about how the new COVID-19 vaccines work and if they are safe. Evaluating sources and understanding the science is challenging. To make this important information more accessible, First Book summarized the latest research and findings. We hope this COVID-19 Vaccine Time Saver will help you make an informed decision about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Resources for Families

Child Care Options for Texas Frontline Workers
Stronger Together: Covid 19 Resource Guide
COVID-19: Help for Parents to Weather the Coronavirus Crisis
Zero to Three Tips for Families
Managing postpartum depression: New moms isolated by coronavirus pandemic
​A Guide to Thrive: 10 Strategies for Parents and Caregivers during COVID-19
Father-Child Activities while the Kids are at Home

Resources for Professionals 

​Resources for Early Childhood Professionals
​Mental Health And COVID-19 – Information And Resources
Resources for Mental Health and COVID-19
Early Childhood Online Trainings​
​CDC Guidance for Child Care Programs that Remain Open
Governor’s Strike Force to Open Texas - Child Care Centers Minimum Standard Health Protocols

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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Coalition Meetings
  • For Professionals
    • Kindergarten Readiness >
      • Early Development Instrument
    • Brain Development
    • Collective Impact
    • Early Childhood Community Assessment
  • For Families
    • Fathers in Hays & Caldwell
    • Your Child's Development
    • Early Care and Education for Your Child
    • Help in Hays & Caldwell