Private sector care providers, MCPS, the Collaboration Council, several County departments, and other key interest groups collaborate to allocate resources and deliver services. Established in FY01, the program serves as the focal point in addressing the needs of all Montgomery County children before birth to age five. The goal is to assure that these children attain their full potential through quality early care and nurturing, access to appropriate programs, and the commitment of their community. FY01 Approved 689,350 7.8 FY02Recommended 709,130 7.8 This program provides integrated health and human services to meet the unique needs of residents in different areas and communities of the County. Services include the identification and mobilization of services that exist in the communities, provision of a consistent intake system regardless of the point of entry, interdisciplinary collaboration in service delivery, care coordination of complex cases, and development of creative partnerships with the private sector.
Funds provide modest grants that assist organizations with one-time capital purchases or activities.