The Early Childhood Resource Center is a ministry of the Sisters of Charity Health System and primarily provides resources to families, children, and educators in the following Ohio counties: Stark, Summit, Medina, Portage, Trumbull, and Mahoning. The mission of the Early Childhood Resource Center is to promote the healthy development of young children by strengthening families, improving the qual
ity of early learning experiences, increasing school and community readiness, and informing public policy. The Early Childhood Resource Center primarily provides resources to families in the following Ohio counties: Stark, Summit, Medina, Portage, Trumbull, and Mahoning. The Center’s primary location, which houses our Inspiration Station, Production Lab, children’s library, outdoor playscape, and other spaces open to the public, is located in Canton. Vision: The Early Childhood Resource Center is a leader, recognized for working together with community partners to ensure:
• Parents have the knowledge and resources to support their children’s healthy development;
• Children have access to high-quality early learning experiences staffed by educated professionals;
• Children begin school ready and eager to learn;
• Schools are ready to receive, educate, engage, and involve all children and families; and
• Communities and policymakers understand and actively support the development of young children.
