Belmont Nonprofits and Charities

My older son started at Footsteps in the infant/toddler program (Puma Cubs) when he was about 6 months old. He stayed at Puma Cubs until kindergarten and then moved to the Footsteps aftercare program at Cipriani. His younger brother also started at Puma Cubs as an infant and then moved to the aftercare program at Cipriani. Both boys are currently in the aftercare program at Cipriani and will likely continue in the Ralston aftercare program when they're in middle school.<br><br>Having had kids in the Footsteps programs for the past 10+ years, I am very happy with the organization. The staff are great and really care about the kids. Some of my sons’ preschool teachers still ask about them when I see the teachers at various Footsteps events. I appreciate that the staff want to understand the needs and interests of each child and are able to respond to them as individuals. <br><br>My sons love the aftercare program at Cipriani. Both of them are learning Mandarin through the Footsteps language specialist. They look forward to Tuesdays when the PE specialists visit and can’t wait until the annual dodgeball tournament in the spring. They also have a great time in the kids’ club activities on Wednesdays. I like that they attend homework club and that the Footsteps teachers are there to assist.<br><br>Overall, Footsteps has been an integral part of my sons’ lives and has provided essential support for my family. I consider myself fortunate to live in Belmont and have access to such a great, well-rounded childcare program.

It's an everybody wins kind of program- not only is it fun and addictive for all ages, it's super efficient in increasing individual math skills without wasted time. I know of no other math skills program that has such concentrated effectiveness across the board. Every school should have it for their students.

I have known AHF work through different conferences about medical students which have helped me personally to understand what a christian doctor is, not just by their seminars, but even through their example and their life, as they have not just shared with us knowledge but Christ and life. the AHF library has been a special blessings cause there we could have our bible studies, and case studies, and have fellowship and read too. But it is stills a "refuge" for reading and finding good books about my residency, as opportunity like this are hard to find.

We love Cipriani After School Care.I had to return to the work force and I had great anxiety over who would care for and love my 2 boys as much as I do. Who would nuture them when they got hurt or just needed someone? My questions were answered when I enrolled my boys in Cipriani After School Care. They love going sometimes they don't even want to leave. They have snack, homework time, playtime, sports, art and anything between. Its difinitely an extended family. The childcare is open on minimum days, most holidays and they offer a great summer program with awesome field trips every Wednesday. The program is always trying to improve and to serve the children better. I can go to work and know my children are in safe, loving hands. What more could a mom want.