The Foster Grandparent Program plays a vital role in the Head Start classroom. A Foster Grandparent is placed in each classroom. The foster grandparent provides children with a warm, friendly smile and the extra daily attention and support. The foster grandparent is often a senior citizen, which helps diffuse ageism and promotes the concept of productive aging among Head Start families and the community. Buckle Up Program provides car seat training for Head Start parents and staff.
Parents receive car seats for their enrolled children.
Pedestrian and bicycle safety training is also provided for the children. Parents receive information about making their neighborhood safe for walking by providing a Walkability Checklist. For more information e-mail Katie Finnerty , Family Literacy Coordinator. The Orange County Head Start Transition Program was established in 1996 to ensure effective transitions of all Head Start children and families as they move from home, childcare or school into a different setting or program. For more information e-mail Beverly Leffler , Transition Coordinator.