Child Care

Quality matters most when deciding on any type of child care. Look for a welcoming, nurturing environment where children can have fun and be safe. Take your time, do your homework and ask a lot of questions until you find the right situation.

It is most important to find caregivers who make you feel comfortable, are trustworthy, and provide quality care.
                                                               

To locate child care in your community

Great Start Connect 
Follow the link above and Click on the map to choose the county you need care in


Michigan State University Extension 4C's can provide: 

Information on:


 

Macomb County Community Mental Health 
 

CHILD CARE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM 
Concerned about an infant or toddler in your care?
CCEP can help you understand the social-emotional needs of infants and toddlers within your care, to prevent little concerns from becoming bigger ones. Readiness for kindergarten begins with formation of secure relationships, self-regulation, awareness and expression of emotions, and active exploration of the environment....from birth to three.
CCEP serves infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months who receive--or are eligible for--the DHS Child Care Subsidy, in either formal or informal care in Macomb and Oakland Counties. Child & family-centered mental health consultation through phone calls, e-mails, or in-person consultation. Services provided to center-based, family home, group home, relative or aide providers.
Call (586) 466-6912, or e-mail: pam.pitlanish@mccmh.net

For more information about CCEP in Michigan, visit the Michigan Department of Community Health

Reasons to Refer  

For more information

Social-Emotional Development in Young Children 


Social-Emotional Health and School Readiness