Child Care Assistance & Children’s Wellness Programs

Overview

DPHSS continues supporting child care assistance programs, early childhood wellness initiatives, and family support services designed to help Guam’s children grow in safe, healthy, and supportive environments.

Child care assistance and children’s wellness programs help support working families, caregivers, and children by improving access to child care resources, developmental support services, wellness education, and family-focused assistance programs.

The Department continues strengthening awareness regarding early childhood development, child safety, preventive healthcare, and healthy learning environments across Guam.

Child Care Assistance Programs

Child care assistance programs may help eligible families with:

• Child care support services
• Child care provider assistance
• Early childhood educational support
• Family wellness resources
• Child development support
• Safe and healthy learning environments 

Program participation and eligibility requirements may vary according to household circumstances and applicable regulations.

Children’s Wellness Initiatives

Children’s wellness efforts may involve:

• Preventive healthcare awareness
• Nutrition and healthy living education
• Child development awareness
• Immunization education
• School readiness support
• Child safety and wellness outreach 

These programs help support healthy childhood growth and development.

Family Support and Education

DPHSS supports parents and caregivers through educational outreach involving:

• Positive parenting awareness
• Healthy family routines
• Child safety education
• Developmental awareness
• Family wellness resources
• Preventive healthcare information 

Educational outreach helps strengthen healthier home and family environments.

Early Childhood Development

Healthy early childhood development plays an important role in long-term emotional, behavioral, social, and physical wellness.

The Department encourages:

• Healthy learning environments
• Family engagement
• Child wellness monitoring
• Early support and intervention
• Preventive healthcare participation 

Community awareness and family involvement help support healthier childhood outcomes.

Community Outreach and Partnerships

DPHSS collaborates with:

• Schools and educational institutions
• Child care providers
• Healthcare professionals
• Community organizations
• Family support agencies
• Government and nonprofit partners 

These partnerships help strengthen child wellness initiatives and improve access to support services for Guam families.

Supporting Guam’s Families

DPHSS remains committed to supporting Guam’s children, families, and caregivers through child wellness initiatives, family support services, educational outreach, and community wellness programs.

The Department encourages families to remain informed regarding available child care resources, wellness programs, and support services that help children thrive in healthy and safe environments.