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Head Start

Head Start & Early Head Start – Yuma/La Paz

Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG)

Yuma · 85365

Official websiteCall 928-217-7145

Why this may fit

WACOG operates 21 free Head Start and Early Head Start centers across Yuma, La Paz and Mohave counties for income-eligible pregnant women, infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

  • Free
  • 0–2 years (baby & toddler)
  • 3–5 years (preschool)
  • Full day
  • Part day

Who can join

  • •Family income at or below federal poverty guidelines
  • •Children birth to age 5, or pregnant women
  • •Residency in Yuma, La Paz or Mohave County

Documents they usually ask for

  • ☐Proof of income
  • ☐Child's birth certificate
  • ☐Immunization record

How to apply, step by step

  1. 1Call Yuma office at 928-217-7145
  2. 2Complete Head Start application packet
  3. 3Child placed at nearest center once eligibility confirmed

Questions to ask them

  • •Do you have an opening for my child's age right now?
  • •What are your opening and closing times?
  • •What is the total weekly or monthly cost?
  • •Is there a staff member who speaks Spanish every day?
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