Whether you're looking for child care, tips on parenting challenges, or resources for your child's specific needs, Action for Children is your SOURCE for information and support.

Choosing child care will be a rewarding experience when you are informed about the different types of settings and early learning environments, and when you are prepared and have the tools to help you during the search and interview process. Action for Children has everything you need to assist you in finding the best environment for your child.

Action for Children's resources for parents include child development information, tips on how to handle common behavior challenges, schedules for classes and workshops, and other community resources for your family's specific needs.

	CHOOSING CHILDCARE As parents, choosing child care can be one of the most important and most difficult tasks we undertake. Knowing in advance that it is not an overnight process makes it a bit easier to tackle.
	PARENT RESOURCES Action for Children (AfC) is your source for parent support and education. We have many opportunities to build parenting skills through a wide-range of programs. Action for Children (AfC) is your source for parent support and education.
	PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS Parenting programs and workshops address major skill areas that empower families. The Art of Positive Parenting (TAPP) is offered year-round at many churches, schools and other locations in Franklin and Delaware counties. In addition, a number of other classes and workshops are available for parents wanting to address specific problems. Fees vary based on the length and type of program.