Monday, December 29, 2025
Parenting Moment: Enjoy with Rudy and Freddy | Parenting
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Helping Families Thrive, One Resource at a Time
At Solano Family & Children’s Services, we believe strong families build strong communities. Whether you're a parent looking for child care, a provider seeking support, or someone navigating financial assistance, we're here to help.
Our mission is simple: empower families and child care professionals through education, resources, and access to vital services. From the first call to the final paperwork, we walk with you every step of the way.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Making Needles Easier | Health & Hygiene
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Finding Child Care Shouldn’t Be Overwhelming
Looking for quality child care can be stressful—but it doesn’t have to be. Our Child Care Referral Program helps families connect with licensed providers who meet their unique needs, preferences, and schedules.
We also offer guidance on what to look for in a provider, questions to ask, and how to make confident, informed decisions for your child’s care. Let us take some of the pressure off—you're not in this alone.
Monday, December 15, 2025
Our Mission
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Andrew Garfield and Elmo Explain Grief | Sesame Workshop
Monday, December 8, 2025
Friday, December 5, 2025
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Watch the Seasons Change on Sesame Street!🌷☀️🍂❄️| Sesame Street Full Epi...
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Why Applying Early Matters
Even though applying to the Solano Eligibility List doesn’t guarantee immediate placement, it ensures that your family is considered as soon as funding allows. Families receiving or recently exiting Cash Aid may qualify for priority placement if they meet eligibility and need requirements—another reason not to wait.
Submitting an application also opens the door to guidance from SFCS, who can help you understand program options, required documentation, and next steps. Getting started early means you’ll be prepared, informed, and ready when opportunities for enrollment arise.
If child care support could help your family, the best time to apply is now.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Sunday, November 23, 2025
EASY THANKSGIVING TURKEY | how to cook and carve the BEST turkey recipe
Thursday, November 20, 2025
The Importance of Parental Choice in Child Care
Every child and every family is unique, which is why parental choice is a core principle of SFCS programs. Once enrolled, families are empowered to select the child care setting that best fits their needs—whether that’s a licensed center, a family child care home, or care provided by a trusted relative.
This flexibility ensures that families can align child care with their schedules, values, and the individual needs of their children. For children with special or exceptional needs, this freedom is especially meaningful, allowing parents to choose an environment that supports their child’s growth and comfort.
Parental choice helps families feel confident, supported, and in control of their child’s care.
Monday, November 17, 2025
Understanding the Solano Eligibility List (SEL)
The Solano Eligibility List (SEL) is often misunderstood, but it plays an essential role in ensuring that child care support reaches the families who need it most. Unlike a traditional waiting list, the SEL prioritizes families based on eligibility and level of need, not how long they’ve been on the list.
This means that every application is evaluated with fairness and purpose. As funding becomes available, SFCS pulls directly from the SEL to determine which families qualify for enrollment. While placement isn’t guaranteed, joining the list is the first—and most important—step toward accessing support.
If child care assistance could benefit your family, submitting your application puts you on the pathway to potential services.
Friday, November 14, 2025
Rudy transition out of screen time with enthusiasm | Digital Well-being
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Supporting Families and Child Care Providers Every Step of the Way
Finding quality child care can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. The Resource & Referral Program is here to help.
We offer free information and referrals to families looking for child care, preschool options, school readiness programs, special needs services, and other community resources. Our goal is to make sure every child and family finds the support they need to thrive.
For child care providers, we also offer training, professional development, and technical assistance — whether you’re just starting a child care business or looking to grow your skills.
Because when families and providers are supported, the whole community grows stronger.
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Supporting Solano County Families Through Child Care Assistance
At Solano Family & Children’s Services (SFCS), we believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing place to learn and grow — and every parent deserves peace of mind while they work or attend school.
Our child care assistance programs are designed to make quality care more affordable for Solano County families. Through partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies, we help income-eligible parents access full or partial payment for child care that fits their unique needs.
Parents maintain the power of choice — selecting the provider, setting, and schedule that work best for their family.
If you think you may qualify, we encourage you to apply for the Solano Eligibility List (SEL) today. It’s the first step toward reliable, affordable child care and a stronger start for your child’s future.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Where's Spot? | Animated books for Kids | Read aloud
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Turn Your Passion for Child Care Into a Career
Do you already care for a family member’s, friend’s, or neighbor’s child as a license-exempt provider?
If so, you may be ready to take the next step — and turn that passion into a rewarding career.
Becoming a Licensed Family Child Care Provider allows you to provide care, protection, and supervision for up to 14 children in your own home for less than 24 hours at a time. It’s a meaningful way to make a difference for local families — while building a sustainable small business that fits your life.
At SFCS, we’re here to guide you through every step of the licensing process. From understanding requirements to preparing your home and completing paperwork, our team offers the support and resources you need to get started with confidence.
Ready to begin your journey toward owning your own home-based child care business?
Contact SFCS today — we’ll help you make it happen.
Monday, October 27, 2025
Brené Brown and Elmo: Navigating Feelings in a Digital World | Digital W...
Friday, October 24, 2025
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Parenting Moment: Describing with Rosita and Mami | Parenting
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Inclusion in Child Care
October 29 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm / Free
Participants will learn these key concepts: Family child care supports the development, learning, and sense of belonging of young children with disabilities and their families. Young children thrive in FCC homes where adults work to meet the needs of children with disabilities, just as they do with all the children in their care. All young children benefit from inclusive environments, because learning to appreciate and accept different kinds of people and cultures is positive for everyone. Collaboration among families, all kinds of early childhood educators, and other service providers, promotes the optimal development of children with disabilities. It also supports their full participation in all types of ECE settings, including FCC homes.
Wednesday October 29, 2025 from 6:30-8:30PM
AND Wednesday November 5, 2025 from 6:30-8:30PM
This is a two-part training. You must attend both sessions to receive credit
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE COMPLETELY FILLING IN ALL THE REQUIRED QUESTIONS. ANY INCOMPLETE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE UNENROLLED. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR BOTH DAYS)
NOTE: Please plan to be here early or on time as there will be no late admittance. Doors will open 10 minute till training starts. Doors will be locked at 6:45pm
NO CHILDREN ALLOWED IN THIS TRAINING
THIS TRAINING IS PRESENTED IN ENGLISH
FULL COMPREHENSION OF ENGLISH IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND
Click HERE to Register
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Trauma Informed Care Module 2 Pt 2: Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency
October 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm / Free
This training will discuss the different types of stress child care providers can experience and how to combat them. We will discuss different strategies of self-regulation and explain why self-care is necessary.
All giveaways are for Solano County Residents only.
Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday, October 1st.
Click HERE to register.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Monster Meltdown with Freddy and Rudy | Parenting
Monday, October 6, 2025
Trauma Informed Care Module 2 Pt 1: Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency
October 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Free
Friday, October 3, 2025
ASQ Training for Child Care Providers
October 8 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Date: October 8, 2025
- Time: 6:30PM -7:30PM
- Location: ZOOM (You will receive the link once you register for this event. )
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Wes and Elmo Practice Media Awareness | Digital Well-being
Friday, September 26, 2025
EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care : October 7 @ 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
SEE YOU TONIGHT : El Negocio de Cuidado Infantil Familiar Parte I y II
September 24 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Free
Este taller le ayudará, ya sea que usted sea nuevo o un proveedor de cuidado infantil con experiencia. Hablaremos sobre la viabilidad de operar un negocio de cuidado infantil en casa, cómo crear un plan de negocios, hacer marketing en este mundo acelerado de Internet, crear un contrato, entrevistar a familias, comunicarse con las familias, establecer políticas y procedimientos, tarifas y mucho más.
Esta es una serie de 2 partes:
Parte I: será el 24 de septiembre
Parte II: será el 1 de octubre
Esta capacitación se presentará en español.
Por razones de seguridad, no se permitirá la entrada a niños en esta capacitación.
Por favor, llegue a tiempo; no se permitirá la entrada después de las 6:15 p.m.
Presentado por: Rocio Ibarra, Especialista de Recursos y Referencias y Asistente de Coordinadora del CCIP (Proyecto de Iniciativa de Cuidado Infantil)
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Elmo & Rosita Are Good Friends to Themselves! | Emotional Well-Being
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Live Solano Give Solano
Join us in making an impact through Live Solano Give Solano (LSGS), a countywide giving campaign that supports local nonprofits. This year, your donations to Solano Family & Children’s Services will help provide Baby Essentials for families in need and expand access to early developmental screenings for children.
Early Giving begins Wednesday, September 17, 2025, and the main event takes place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Together, we are giving children in Solano County a strong start — because a strong start is the best start.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Training Reminder
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Monday, September 8, 2025
CPR/First Aid Training -- September 21st
September 21 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
$108.55
Gain life-saving skills and certification with our hands-on CPR, AED & First Aid class, featuring the latest techniques and practices to keep your skills sharp. This course will equip you with the necessary skills to provide temporary care until professional medical assistance arrives.
The teaching portion consists of hands-on learning, lectures, videos, and covers techniques applicable to adults, children, and infants. Training presented by Marlene Mirabella from CPRLifeskils.
We highly recommend this in-person course for non-medical professionals and the general public and meets Community Care Licensings requirements for licensed child care providers.
**Each participant need to have their own email & working cell phone number used for enrollment.
Note:
- Children are not allowed at this training for safety purposes.
- Arrive on time. The doors will be locked at 9:15 am
- This training will be presented in English.
- Bring your cell phone, wear comfortable clothing & bracelets are not recommended to wear.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Snack & Chat with CCIP -- September 17th
Bring snack(s) to share, ideas & questions to ask & business cards to network with. And come excited to win a raffle!
Who should attend?
- “Seasoned” Family Child Care Providers
- Newly licensed Family Child Care Providers
- Those who are in the process of becoming Family Child Care Providers
- All who are providing care for a family, friend or neighbor
NOTE:
SPACE IS LIMITED
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
ENVIRONMENT IS NOT CHILD PROOFED, SO CHILDREN WILL NOT BE ALLOWED
Click HERE to Register
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Andrew Garfield and Elmo Explain Grief | Sesame Workshop
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Our Mission
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Trauma Informed Care Training for Child Care Providers: Part 2 -Overview
August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Free
Description:
This training provides an introductory overview of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles and practices for child care providers. Participants will learn:
• A simple definition of trauma
• The different types of trauma
• How to recognize potential triggers in children
• How to support children when they are triggered
Note: Giveaways will be available only for Solano County residents.
Click HERE to Register
Sunday, August 24, 2025
How Sesame Street Shapes Generations—Then, Now, and Always
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Trauma-Informed Care Training for Child Care Providers: Part 1 – Overview
Monday, August 18, 2025
Live Your Dream
Friday, August 15, 2025
How Sesame Street Builds Resilient Children and Resilient Communities
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Join Us at the 5th Annual ACEs Resource Fair – Vallejo August 16 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Solano Family & Children’s Services will be at the 5th Annual ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experience Awareness) Resource Fair on Friday, August 16, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM at City Park, 425 Alabama St., Vallejo, CA.
Come visit our table to learn about the free* services, support, and resources we offer to families and child care providers across Solano County.
🎒 Backpack & school supply giveaway
🎯 Games, food, raffles, jumpers, and more!
🎶 Live DJ + performers
Let’s build a stronger, more supported community together!
*At no cost to you
Solano Family & Children’s Services estará presente en la 5.ª Feria Anual de Recursos ACEs (Concientización sobre Experiencias Adversas en la Niñez) el viernes 16 de agosto de 2025, de 11 AM a 3 PM en el City Park, 425 Alabama St., Vallejo, CA.
Visite nuestra mesa para conocer los servicios, apoyos y recursos que ofrecemos sin costo* para las familias y proveedores de cuidado infantil en el condado de Solano.
🎒 Mochilas y útiles escolares
🎯 Juegos, comida, rifas, inflables ¡y mucho más!
🎶 DJ en vivo + presentaciones
¡Construyamos juntos una comunidad más fuerte y apoyada!
*Sin costo para usted
Saturday, August 9, 2025
EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care
Welcome to the EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care event!
This is the 8-hour course that is required by Community Care Licensing in order to become a licensed family childcare provider. The course includes:
- Lead Poisoning Prevention
- Recognition, management & prevention of infectious disease
- Sanitary Food Handling
- Child Nutrition
- Identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse
- Immunizations
- Prevention of childhood injuries
- Emergency preparedness & evacuation
- Caring for children with special needs
2 . AND Thursday, August 14th, 2025, From 1:30PM – 5:30PM
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE COMPLETELY FILLING IN ALL THE REQUIRED QUESTIONS. ANY INCOMPLETE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE UNENROLLED. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR BOTH DAYS)
**This is a two-part training. You must attend both sessions to receive your certificate. No make-ups for any portion of this class will be allowed**
NOTE: Please plan to be here early or on time as there will be no late admittance. Doors will open 10 minute till training starts. Doors will be locked at 1:45
NO CHILDREN ALLOWED IN THIS TRAINING
THIS TRAINING IS PRESENTED IN ENGLISH & FULL COMPREHENSION OF ENGLISH IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND.
Click Here to Register
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Celebrating Friendship with Elmo and Friends! | Sesame Workshop Compilation
Sunday, August 3, 2025
Job Announcement : Family Services Specialist I
Are you interested in working in an environment that can make a positive impact in your community by building relationships with families? This might be the position you’ve been waiting for.
WHO WE ARE:
Solano Family & Children’s Services creates connections for families and child care providers to support the healthy development of children for a thriving community. We hire individuals who have a strong work ethic and are looking for a career that supports our mission and impact in Solano County.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The Family Services Specialist will collect documentation and interview families to determine eligibility for subsidized child care services as well as completing recertifications to determine continuing eligibility. This person will maintain a client caseload averaging 130 cases from one funding source, adhering to program policies and procedures. They will conduct caseload reviews and complete caseload reports while maintain accurate information in the subsidy database, to ensure appropriate services to families.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate has strong communication, organization, customer service, and critical thinking skills which will be used to explain program funding rules, regulations, and policies to clients. They must have knowledge of and the ability to use computers for client data, word processing and a calendar of events. This person must be able to work remotely as needed, work as part of a team and be available to travel throughout California to attend conferences, workshops, trainings, and community meetings.
• Two years’ experience in a position involving community or social service work
• One year interviewing and caseload management experience
• Experience determining eligibility for a public assistance program preferred
• Degree or certificate in human services Or similar area of study preferred
WHAT ELSE YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Background check is required after an offer of the position. A full job description is available on our website at www.solanofamily.org or you can request one via email at JYarrow@solanofamily.org. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Support for Providers, Because You Care for Our Community
Child care providers are essential, and we’re here to support the incredible work they do. From training and professional development to reimbursement support and resources, Solano Family & Children’s Services is proud to stand behind those who care for our youngest learners.
Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned provider, we’re here to help you grow, succeed, and make a difference.
Monday, July 28, 2025
Sesame Street: Elmo's World ABCs (Arts & Crafts, Birthdays, & Counting)
Friday, July 25, 2025
Finding Child Care Shouldn’t Be Overwhelming
Looking for quality child care can be stressful—but it doesn’t have to be. Our Child Care Referral Program helps families connect with licensed providers who meet their unique needs, preferences, and schedules.
We also offer guidance on what to look for in a provider, questions to ask, and how to make confident, informed decisions for your child’s care. Let us take some of the pressure off—you're not in this alone.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Helping Families Thrive, One Resource at a Time
At Solano Family & Children’s Services, we believe strong families build strong communities. Whether you're a parent looking for child care, a provider seeking support, or someone navigating financial assistance, we're here to help.
Our mission is simple: empower families and child care professionals through education, resources, and access to vital services. From the first call to the final paperwork, we walk with you every step of the way.







































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