Caring for Young Children Living with Sickle Cell Disease
This resource includes tips and information for Head Start staff and other early childhood program staff to care for a child with sickle cell disease.
Physical Health
Health is the foundation of school readiness. To help children thrive, Head Start staff ensure that children are up to date on immunizations and their state’s Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) schedule, learn healthy habits, and can access the care they need. Head Start programs also promote the physical and social and emotional well-being of families and staff.