The Child Development Council of Central New York, Inc. promotes and advocates for
the healthy development and well being of children and families…

Child Development Council of Central New York, Inc. (AKA Child Development Council) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been serving Tompkins and Cortland Counties, New York for over 55 years. To see our mission, vision, values and more about us

For Parents

Let our resources and expertise support you in being the strongest and most effective promoter of your child’s development.

Resources for Parents

The Warm Line
Free, confidential and anonymous telephone guidance service for parents and child care providers: 607-273-0259.

Transitions Pregnancy Parenting Program (TP3)
Support for young adults (up to age 24) who are parents or who will be parents soon.

Family Support Services (FSS)
Parenting support for families and parents age 25+ with children up to age 5.

For Providers

Quality child care strengthens and enriches family life, gives children opportunities to develop to their full potential and allows parents to be more efficient and productive in their workplace.

Resources for Providers

Training resourcesLearn about training requirements, OCFS approval, or find a workshop.

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Receive reimbursement for serving nutritious meals and snacks to the children in your care.

For Our Community

Learn more about the resources available to community members in Tompkins and Cortland counties, and how you can get involved.

Community Resources

COVID-19 Resources and Services

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The Child Development Council is a proud member of the Tompkins County Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Critical Team. To learn more about the issue of CSEC or seek assistance, visit: www.listenforthesigns.org

92% of your support
goes directly to our
local programs.

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Child Care Resource and Referral

Quality child care strengthens and enriches family life, gives children opportunities to develop to their full potential and allows parents to be more efficient and productive in their workplace. More

Family Support Services

All families are vulnerable to the stresses of parenthood, some more than others. Family Support Services is designed to help parents and caregivers of young children by providing them with support and guidance before problems mount and become unmanageable. More

Transitions Pregnancy Parenting Program (TP3)

TP3 offers specialized support for pregnant and parenting young people. For more information, or to refer a young person to the program, please contact the Family Services Director at (607) 273-0259. More

Children are great imitators so give them something great to imitate.

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We are so very thankful for your support. The benefits of your contribution are far reaching, as the gains made early in life extend well beyond into adulthood.

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Get the training you need.

Continuing education and professional development for child care providers, parents and the community.


Child Care Complaint
1-800-732-5207

Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-342-3720