Early Childhood Summer Camps Guide (Ages 3 - 6)
Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (formerly Birth to 3rd Grade Partnership)
This guide gives caregivers a quick and easy format to read through their summer camp options and reach out to staff for assistance.
2022-2023 Community Schools Afterschool Programs
DHSP Community Schools
Riverside Cambridgeport and The Port The Port Neighborhood 9 Strawberry Hill and West Cambridge Cambridgeport, East Cambridge, and The Port East Cambridge CambridgeportDHSP Community Schools Programs provide educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for Cambridge children in Junior Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Cambridge Alert Network
Cambridge Emergency Communications
The Cambridge Alert Network is comprised of multiple services that help keep residents and businesses informed of important City information.
Child Safety Seat Installation
Cambridge Police Department
East CambridgeMake arrangements to learn about car seats and have your child safety seats checked for proper installation.
Early Childhood Summer Activities Guide (Ages 3 - 6)
Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (formerly Birth to 3rd Grade Partnership)
This guide gives caregivers a quick and easy format to find lots of fun activities for young children that will happen this summer.
Neighborhood Sergeants Program
Cambridge Police Department
If you are having a problem in your neighborhood, call the Neighborhood Sergeants. They are responsible for much of the outreach and problem-solving activities throughout Cambridge.
Safety Net Collaborative
Cambridge Police Department, DHSP Cambridge Youth Programs, Cambridge Public Schools, and Cambridge Public Health Department
Our partnership fosters positive development, mental health, safe schools and communities, and limiting juvenile justice involvement through prevention, intervention and diversion services for youth.
Youth Resource Officers
Cambridge Police Department
We interact with youth and their families through schools, teen centers, and afterschool activities to intervene early with substance abuse counseling, mental health, and other diversion supports.
Center for Families' Newsletter
Center for Families
The Center for Families shares our most up to date information for Cambridge families with children birth-age 8 years on programming, resources, and supports in our monthly newsletter!
Home Visiting Programs Guide
Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (formerly Birth to 3rd Grade Partnership)
A home visiting programs' primary purpose is to support and encourage parents and caregivers, share information, and connect families with resources in their home and/or a convenient location.
Infant Necessities Program
East End House
East CambridgeWe can provide some essential food and materials for infants for families affiliated with East End House who are struggling to meet the basic needs of a newborn.
Virtual SEPAC Parent Supports & Activities
Cambridge Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) and Cambridge Public Schools
We have several support groups, meetings, and events happening virtually for parents and their children.
Early Intervention Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide is for parents of children aged 0-3 who may need special services to help with their development.
Information and Referrals at Center for Families
Center for Families
The Center for Families can help connect you to resources and supports for families in Cambridge!
Mental Health Services for Children and Families
Riverside Community Care
We're actively accepting referrals, for virtual and in person mental health supports for children and families struggling with emotional or behavioral challenges.
Port Arise Institute
Community Art Center , Margaret Fuller Neighborhood House (MFNH), and Tutoring Plus of Cambridge
Port Arise is here to provide support to our community through uplifting families.
Questions about Child Development?
Center for Families
Do you have questions or need more information about your child’s development or child's behavior?
Student Registration Center
Cambridge Public Schools
Mid CambridgeThe Student Registration Center processes all school registrations for Cambridge Public Schools.
Activities & Resources for Children at Home with Special Needs Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
We've collected a list of resources and activities for children and adults with special needs that parents can use while they're at home.
Ages and Stages Child Development Questionaire
Center for Families
CFF wants to support you in providing the best start for your child. The ASQ online tool helps you to better understand all your child's different stages of development from one month up to 5 years.
Cambridge Dads
Agenda for Children Literacy Initiative and Center for Families
Cambridge Dads was created to increase fatherhood engagement in programming. The program strives to ensure dads are engaged, informed, and feel supported in their role as parents.
Center for Early Relationship Support® (CERS)
Jewish Family and Children's Service (JF&CS)
We promote the earliest parent-child relationships by helping parents manage the care of a new baby.
CHAI Disability Services
Jewish Family and Children's Service (JF&CS)
We promote Community, Housing, Access, and Independence for children and adults of all abilities, strengths, and needs.
Disabilities Resource Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This is a free Resource Directory of disability services in Massachusetts. Use your information to find programs near you that will meet your family's needs.
Domestic Violence Unit
Cambridge Police Department
We investigate domestic related assaults and abuse incidents and provide an advocate to help survivors obtain community services and develop safety plans.