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BayCare Kids and St. Joseph's Children's Wellness and Safety Center Programs and Services LOS PROGRAMAS Y SERVICIOS REQUIEREN REGISTRO, POR FAVOR LLAME AL CENTRO AL QUE LE GUSTARÍA ASISTIR PARA REGISTRARSE. SALUD Proporcionado por profesionales capacitados de St. Joseph's Children's Wellness y centro de seguridad Cuidado de niño sano: Los niños que no tienen seguro y que tienen Medicaid reciben vacunas y exámenes físicos de niño sano gratis con cita con la Clínica Médica Móvil. Clases de nutrición: Clases divertidas que incluyen actividades que enseñan al niño sobre alimentos saludables, nutrición y hábitos alimenticios. Examen de audición (desde el nacimiento hasta los 18 años) Examen de la vista (de 6 meses a 18 años) Proporcionado por Preserve Vision Florida Servicios dentales preventivos (de 6 meses a 18 años) Proporcionado por Suncoast Community Health Centers y Tampa Family Health Centers

The Children's Board Family Resource Centers function as a strong, collaborative partnership between several agencies committed to families in Hillsborough County. Welcome to the Children's Board Family Resource Centers of Hillsborough County! Funding for services is generously provided by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County . The Children's Board invests in partnerships and quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County. The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) function as a strong, collaborative partnership with agencies committed to families in our communities. The Centers are proudly managed by Lutheran Services Florida Find a CBFRC Near You! What Do the CBFRCs Do? Health & Safety BayCare Kids and St. Joseph's Children's Wellness and Safety Center provide high-quality health and safety programs, classes and services to Hillsborough County residents. Visit your local Family Resource Center to register for Mobile Medical Clinic, CPR/First Aid Certification Class, Developmental Screenings, Car Seat Safety and Distribution Class and more! View All Services Check the Schedule Center-Driven Programming The CBFRC Teams develop, plan and facilitate an array of fun, engaging and educational programs for children and families. Sighting Sight Words, Math Mania, Explorer's Club, Arts and Crafts, Sensory Play, Story Time, STEAM, Nutrition Classes, and so much more! Learn About Our Programs! Language Classes Learn Arabic, English, Mandarin and Spanish at no cost to you! ReDefiners World Languages offers intergenerational language classes at the seven CBFRCs to Hillsborough County residents. Read More & Register! Learn & Play Tampa Bay The CBFRCs are partnered with Glazer Children's Museum to provide weekly Learn & Play sessions at each of the CBFRCs! These playgroups are designed for children up to age five and their caregivers who live in Hillsborough County. View the Schedule and Register 2025 Children's Board Family Guide View the 2025 Family Guide and learn about all of the programs and services funded by your Children's Board of Hillsborough County, including the Family Resource Centers. Read About CBHC Focus Areas Become a Member of Your Local CBFRC! The Children's Board Family Resource Centers (CBFRC) welcome all Hillsborough County residents. Programs and services are offered at no cost to you. From our innovative center-driven programs, to services provided by community partners, to on-site resources such as computer labs and public notaries - we hope that you find what you are looking for! Visit your local CBFRC to become a member and receive membership cards for your family members. Please bring photo identification for adults. Membership is valid for all CBFRC locations. Find a CBFRC Near You!

Center-Driven Programming LOS PROGRAMAS Y SERVICIOS REQUIEREN REGISTRO, POR FAVOR LLAME AL CENTRO AL QUE LE GUSTARÍA ASISTIR PARA REGISTRARSE. ARTS & CRAFTS Arts & Crafts have many benefits for all age groups. It encourages creative expression, boosts fine motor skills, improves decision-making skills and builds confidence. The Center offers a variety of projects that involve paint, innovation, hand-eye coordination and imaginative processes. Arts & Crafts can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Center calendars will indicate specific suggested ages for certain activities - from little ones, to teens, to adults, to seniors. SIGHTING SIGHT WORDS Sight Words are commonly used words children are encouraged to memorize by sight without having to sound them out. During this eight-week course, children will be engaged in fun, hands-on activities and taught new words weekly, while caregivers learn techniques and resources to promote learning at home. Results from pretests and posttests are documented and shared with caregivers. This class is designed for students in grades K-2nd. MATH MANIA Do you have a child in Kindergarden-2nd Grade who needs support in mathematics? Math Mania is a fun, engaging and educational program developed and facilitated by our CBFRC staff. Offered at all seven locations, your child can practice their addition, subtraction and number recognition skills through creative games and activities that also foster social skills and academic confidence. As caregivers participate with their children, they, too, will learn new skills to continue their child’s learning at home. Pre– and post-tests will be implemented to measure your child’s success. Please call your local Center to sign up. THE EXPLORER'S CLUB It is tough being a teenager! Expectations at home, keeping up with schoolwork, peer pressure, the thought of - what's next? The Explorer's Club (for ages 12-15) is an outlet for your teen to meet new people their age and socialize, but also to participate in fun activities that help them build confidence, learn new skills, and boost their self-confidence. We cover topics like coping strategies, time management, basic cooking skills, being responsible with their money, and so much more! Pre– and post-tests will be implemented to measure your child’s success. Please call your local Center to sign up. STEAM LEARNING STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. STEAM learning is important because it produces a variety of benefits, such as soft skills, engagement, motivation and creativity. The Centers incorporate STEAM learning in a variety of ways, for a spectrum of ages. From science experiments and building challenges, to technological observations and number manipulatives. ALL of these subjects promote artistic expression. Please see Center calendars which will provide the recommended age group for activities. NUTRITION & COOKING CLASSES Nutrition & Cooking Classes are for all the little chefs at home! You and your child can join our CBFRC Kitchens and enjoy being immersed in a world of culinary creativity and discovery. Through cooking and preparing food, children can enhance math, science, language, motor skills development and social skills, as well as learn about nutrition and wellness. Your little chefs will gain new experiences incorporating skills that build over time in each class. Classes are typically designed for children age 10 and under. Please refer to Center calendars for recommended age groups for specific activities. SENSORY PLAY Sensory Play ignites a child’s senses, while helping them exercise motor skills, explore their curiosity and learn about new engaging topics. From smelling, to touching, to hearing, to tasting, to seeing, Sensory Play has many benefits. Sensory Play is not only important for babies and toddlers, who often have the time to play and explore at home, but also for preschoolers and elementary children. Even adults find the activities relaxing and fun. Please refer to Center calendars for recommended age groups for specific activities. HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS As community hubs, the Centers celebrate cultural diversity every chance we get. We invite individuals and families from all age groups and backgrounds to learn, share, collaborate, dance, create, honor and enjoy traditions from around the world. The Centers host both activities and special events to celebrate. CELEBRATING CULTURAL DIVERSITY As community hubs, the Centers celebrate cultural diversity every chance we get. We invite individuals and families from all age groups and backgrounds to learn, share, collaborate, dance, create, honor and enjoy traditions from around the world. The Centers host both activities and special events to celebrate. EARLY LITERACY Teen The Centers implement early literacy programs for children who are too young to enroll in Sighting Sights Words, which is developed for children in grades K-2. One program is called Fun With Phonics - it teaches children how to pronounce sounds, then blend those sounds together to make full words through engaging, hands-on and fun activities. Caregivers can then take what they learned together and practice at home. LITTLE WONDERS Little Wonders is a play-based, developmentally appropriate playgroup series for children up to age six. Each session is structured with interaction-focused activities, with caregivers and children as the central focus. From morning welcome songs, to movement exercises, to themed activities like colors and music, to free play. Time and space for parent and caregiver networking is highly encouraged. SPECIAL FAMILY EVE NTS Our Family Resource Center family loves to celebrate with yours! ADULT PROGRAMMING

Equitable access to quality healthcare is improved with the help of a Healthcare Navigator. These services are available at all 7 CBFRCs and virtually. MONDAYS Brandon from 11:00am-4:45pm Central Tampa from 9:00am-4:00pm South County from 9:00am-3:00pm Town 'N Country from 9:00am-4pm North Tampa 9:00am-4:30pm TUESDAYS Temple Terrace from 9:00am-3:00pm South County from 9:00am-4:00pm Plant City from 9:00am-4:00pm Services in Portuguese are available virtually. THURSDAYS Brandon from 9:00am-4:00pm Central Tampa from 9:00am-4:00pm North Tampa from 9:00am-4:00pm Plant City from 9:00am-4:00pm Temple Terrace 12:00pm-6:00pm FRIDAY North Tampa 9:00am-3:00pm South County 9:00am-4:00pm Brandon 9:00am-4:00pm Town 'N Country 9:00am-4:00pm *Services in Portuguese are available virtually* To schedule an appointment with a multilingual Healthcare Navigator, click "Meet with a Navigator" or call your preferred CBFRC. Walk-ins are welcome! MEET WITH A NAVIGATOR

The Children's Board Family Resource Centers function as a strong, collaborative partnership between several agencies committed to families in Hillsborough County. Welcome! To review your Family Resource Center Calendar, please select your preferred calendar in the drop-down menu. Bienvenido! Para revisar su calendario de preferencia de los Centros de Resurcos para las Familias, favor de hacer un click en el nombre del centro.

Hello! Hola! Nǐ hǎo! Marhaba! Want to learn a new language? ReDefiners World Languages offers language classes across the County at our CBFRCs. REGISTER ONLINE Exposure Classes: Intergenerational courses are for children and their caregivers to have fun and learn together, with an "exposure" model. This generates interest and has a cultural exploration! Let's Learn Spanish For children 5-12 and caregivers 8 weeks - 8 hours total 1 day/week - 1 hour/class Let's Learn Mandarin For children 5-12 and caregivers 8 weeks/8 hours total 1-day/week, 1-hour/class Let's Learn Arabic For children 5-12 and caregivers 8 weeks/8 hours total 1-day/week, 1-hour/class Spanish Classes: Communication-based course to encourage speaking and listening skills in Spanish for middle-school students. Also, for adults to increase their linguistic competencies in Spanish workplace communication skills. Youth Spanish Workshop For youth in middle school 8 weeks - 8 hours total 1 day/week - 1 hour/class Parent and Caregiver Spanish Workshop For adults 18+ 8 weeks/8 hours total 1-day/week, 1-hour/class English Classes: 12-week exposure courses for students who are beginning to learn English, or who have no prior knowledge. By the end of this course, participants will have had authentic interactions to communicate in everyday situations. General English "Basic Living" For adults 18+ 24 classes - 24 hours total 2 days/week - 1 hour/class General English "Workforce and Financial Literacy" For adults 18+ 24 classes - 24 hours total 2 days/week - 1 hour/class General English "Healthcare, Safety and Childcare" For adults 18+ 24 classes - 24 hours total 2 days/week - 1 hour/class

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SOBRE NOSOTROS FRECUENTEMENTE PREGUNTÓ PREGUNTAS ¿Proporciona cuidado de niños? Los Centros de Recursos Familiares de la Junta de Niños (CBFRC) no son instalaciones de cuidado infantil con licencia; sin embargo, la CBFRC cuidará de los niños mientras sus cuidadores asistan a ciertas clases de la CBFRC, como Seguridad de asientos para el automóvil y Reuniones de FCAC. ¿La CBFRC cobra a los participantes por los servicios? No, los servicios de CBFRC son gratuitos para el participante. ¿De dónde obtiene los fondos para apoyar los servicios del programa? La principal fuente de financiación del CBFRC es la Junta de Niños del Condado de Hillsborough. En ocasiones, los Centros pueden recibir subvenciones para brindar servicios adicionales o complementarios. ¿La CBFRC utiliza voluntarios? ¡Sí! Los voluntarios son bienvenidos. Visite el Centro en el que desea ser voluntario para recibir más información. ¿Cómo me inscribo en los servicios? Los folletos de CBFRC indican si un servicio requiere registro, solo para estar seguro, llame al Centro en el que está interesado en participar antes de asistir. ¿Proporciona la CBFRC ¿asistencia financiera? Los Centros derivarán a las familias con necesidades económicas a la agencia de servicios sociales más cercana y apropiada que mejor satisfaga sus necesidades. ¿Cuánto duran las clases de CBFRC? Cada clase es única. Algunos son de 45 minutos, una hora o por día. Algunas clases se ejecutan en una serie de cinco, mientras que otras pueden ser un evento único. Consulta los calendarios o llama al Centro antes de asistir. ¿Existen requisitos de elegibilidad antes de recibir los servicios? No existen requisitos de elegibilidad, pero es importante que hagamos un seguimiento de quién recibe los servicios. Se solicita a los participantes que se conviertan en miembros y se recopila información básica. Se emite una tarjeta de membresía para registrarse en cada visita. ¿A quién sirve la CBFRC? El CBFRC da la bienvenida a todos en el condado de Hillsborough y brinda servicios a los residentes de todo el condado con centros comunitarios, y tiene servicios móviles disponibles para áreas remotas del condado. ¿Se puede utilizar el CBFRC para reuniones comunitarias u otros grupos organizados? El espacio de cada Centro es limitado, pero está disponible para el vecindario local o la comunidad sin fines de lucro sin costo alguno. Si está interesado, comuníquese con el gerente del Centro de la ubicación deseada.

Center-Driven Programming The CBFRC staff develop, plan and facilitate an array of fun, engaging and educational programs for children and families. Programs range from Sighting Sight Words, to Sensory Play, to STEM, to cultural celebrations for the whole family. Please check the calendars of each location to confirm class schedules, suggested age groups and activity details. Provider Programming Community partners and CBHC providers deliver high-quality programs and services at all CBFRC locations. Providers include: BayCare KIDS, ReDefiners World Languages, Preserve Vision Florida, Family Healthcare Foundation, Glazer Children's Museum, Junior League of Tampa, Tampa Family Health Mobile Dental Clinics, Suncoast Community Health Mobile Dental Clinics, A!SLS Success Through Learning and Support. Early Childhood Service Coordination Early Childhood Service Coordinators at the Children’s Board Family Resource Centers work with families to provide support in ways that build the family’s capacity to better meet their goals. Early Childhood Service Coordinators will: (1) Develop and complete a family support plan with goals (2) Refer family for services, supports and programs (3) Partner with families to build strong parent-child relationships and strengthen support networks. If you are interested in enrolling in this program, please call your local Center. Intake and Referral Services The CBFRCs promote an array of parent networking opportunities. Through activities, classes, support groups and special events, parents and caregivers are encouraged to network and meet others in their local community. No parent should have to raise a child alone, and building social connections and supports with other parents is healthy and celebrated in the CBFRCs. Computer Lab Each CBFRC is equipped with a Computer Lab that has printing, scanning and faxing. Our staff are prepared to assist with online job applications, ACCESS, financial aid programs, email set up Head Start program applications and more. Free Public Notary If you are in need of a Public Notary, please call your preferred CBFRC to verify that one of our on-staff Notaries is available. There is no cost to this service. Volunteer Work (18 years+) We love our volunteers! Adults 18 years and older are encouraged to bring their compassion, special talents, unique interests and valuable time to the CBFRCs. All volunteers must pass a background screening and participate in a virtual training. To apply, please send a email to matthew.proeschel@lsfnet.org Family Community Advisory Council Each FCAC is made up of community leaders or parents/caregivers that live in Hillsborough County . The FCACs hold monthly meetings to review and provide input on how the Centers can optimize their value to the community. These discussions provide CBFRC Staff with fresh perspectives on programmatic issues and community needs. FCAC members are effectively voices for the community and have a budget to use toward programming. If you are interested in committing to being a FCAC member, please email parisa.khodadadi@lsfnet.org for an application. Free Play Each CBFRC has a fun-filled Free Play space where kids can be kids, and parents and caregivers can enjoy a little free time with their children. From books, to puzzles, to trucks, to animal figurines, to blocks - everyone is sure to find something they like. The spaces are open during operating hours, with the exception of 30 minutes before closing (for cleaning purposes) and during Mobile Medical Clinics (held once per month at each CBFRC). MOSI in Motion The MOSI in Motion Exhibit is exclusive to the Plant City CBFRC, and features a rotating theme throughout the year. The exhibition provide Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) learning opportunities and family engagement to children four to 11 years old and their families. The exhibit is open to all Hillsborough County families at no cost and includes bilingual interactive play and learning elements. Use of Facility Community organizations and groups are encouraged to utilize the spaces available in the CBFRCs for meetings, events, client sessions, etc. If you are interested in using a room in one of the CBFRCs, please email solymar.medinacruz@lsfnet.org for the form. Parent Networking Opportunities The CBFRCs promote an array of parent networking opportunities. Through activities, classes, support groups and special events, parents and caregivers are encouraged to network and meet others in their local community. No parent should have to raise a child alone, and building social connections and supports with other parents is healthy and celebrated in the CBFRCs.

Megan Programming Specialist A native of Tampa, Megan attended the University of Florida, where she received bachelor's degrees in International Studies and Hispanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. Megan describes herself as a detail-oriented and creative individual, who is motivated by a desire to learn. She loves being able to work in the city that shaped her childhood and many happy memories. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and playing the piano. ¡Yo hablo español! 我會說中文! Matthew Programming Specialist Matthew has lived in Florida for almost all of his life, and attended college at Florida Gulf Coast University, where he received his bachelor's in Political Science. He has worked in the nonprofit industry for over five years and loves to give back to his community when possible. His interests include birdwatching, public speaking, debate, and reading. Charity Quality Assurance Specialist Charity, having grown up in Lake County, Florida, developed a strong commitment to community service early in life. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Health with a concentration in Healthcare Administration and a Master's Degree in Public administration at the University of South Florida. Her career aspirations center around making a meaningful impact, and Charity is eager to channel her passion and expertise into serving the Hillsborough County communities. With a strong desire to showcase her skills, she is dedicated to helping others and contributing positively to the lives of those around her.