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Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Children & Youth, Children & Youth Services, Education, Elementary & Secondary Schools, Family Services, Human Services, Literacy
Mission: Founded in 1981 as a non-profit organization, Southwest Human Development provides comprehensive services to young children and their families in five primary areas: child health and development, disabilities services, Head Start, early literacy and training for early childhood professionals. Southwest is the state's largest community-based organization of its type, serving 135,000 children and families each year. In 2007, Southwest Human Development became the Easter Seals affiliate for central and northern Arizona. Southwest was chosen in large part because of its reputation for high-quality services. Southwest's commitment to excellence and dedication to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities mirror that of Easter Seals.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 135,000 Children and Families
Geographic areas served: Phoenix Metropolitan Area, Central and Northern Arizona
Programs: Child Health & Development - Good Fit Counseling Center - Birth to Five Helpline - Fussy Baby Program - Healthy Families Program - Newborn Intensive Care Program - Nurse-Family Partnership - Assistive Technology - Permanency & Well-Being Easter Seals Disability Services - Comprehensive Developmental Assessments - Feeding Program for Infants & Young Children - Autism Services - Occupational, Physical & Speech Therapy - Psychology & Counseling Services - Assistive Technology Services Southwest Head Start - Early Head Start - Preschool Head Start Early Literacy - Reach Out and Read Program - Raising a Reader Program Professional Training & Development - Tuition Support - Child Care Training - Infant Mental Health Certification