Children's Friend — Early Childhood

Childcare Assistance · Rhode Island · Free

Children's Friend at 153 Summer Street in Providence is the state's oldest child-welfare nonprofit, operating Head Start and Early Head Start centers across Providence and Pawtucket. Their home-visiting program supports first-time mothers from pregnancy through age 3. Phone 401-276-4300 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm. Free for income-eligible families.

Contact & Details

Address: 153 Summer St, Providence, RI 02903

Phone: 401-276-4300

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

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