Early Learning Coalition of Florida's Heartland, Inc.

Early Learning Coalition of Florida's Heartland, Inc. The ELCFH serves the four county area of Charlotte, Desoto, Hardee, and Highlands

The ELCFH is one of 30 Early Learning Coalitions in Florida and has been serving Charlotte, Desoto, Hardee, and Highlands Counties since 2005. We administer state and federal funds to provide financial assistance for child care services to eligible families. Families can also enroll their 4 year olds in the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Programs (VPK) through the ELCFH (visit www.elcfh.org) . The ELC

FH offers Child Care Resource and Referral services to assist parents in selecting legally operating childcare. A customized data-base search helps to finds child care services that best meet the needs of the child and the family. Childcare providers contracted with the ELCFH receive onsite technical assistance, trainings, and program assessments to ensure that children receive quality child care services- this helps to support the child's readiness for school entry and ultimately lays the foundation for a lifetime of success!

09/10/2026
09/10/2026

Dads, this one is for you! đź’™

Children First, Inc. is offering Tools for Being a Great Dad, an 8-week virtual course designed to help fathers build stronger relationships with their children and partners.

The course covers topics like understanding emotions, discipline, teamwork and co-parenting, problem solving, and conflict resolution.

📅 Thursdays, October 1 – November 19
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
đź’» Virtual

Participants will receive a $20 Publix gift card for each class they attend, plus additional opportunities to win prizes!

Know a dad who might be interested? Send this his way.

Space is limited, with priority given to Children First father figures! Learn more and register here: childrenfirst.org/class/tools-for-being-a-great-dad/

09/10/2026
09/10/2026

Picture sequences are a powerful tool for teaching life skills, social emotional situations, and problem solving.

What is a picture sequence? 🤔

đź“·Picture sequences refer to a series of real images, stock photos, drawings, or even clip art that breaks down a task, situation, or life skill with each step. The user can put the images in order to work on tasks by forward- or backward-chaining. This tool can incorporate multiple endings and challenges problem solving as well as coping strategies.

Read more about this multisensory tool: https://www.theottoolbox.com/how-to-use-a-picture-story-sequence-to-learn-new-skills/

09/10/2026

Address

18501 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL
33948

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+19412551650

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