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Affiliates


www.uwsm.org
United Way of Southwest Michigan

United Way of Southwest Michigan is part of a national network of more than 1,300 locally governed organizations that work to create lasting positive changes in communities and people’s lives.

www.berrienresa.org
Berrien RESA
Our mission is to provide programs and services to our constituent school districts which enhance learning opportunities for all students.

http://www.greatstartforkids.org
Early Childhood Investment Corporation
The Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC) was created in August of 2005 to ensure that every young child in Michigan has a Great Start and arrives at the kindergarten door healthy and ready to succeed in school, with parents who are committed to educational achievement.

www.berrienchild.org
Berrien County Council for Children
The Berrien County Council for Children is dedicated to shaping a community that shields children from abuse and neglect.

www.michigan.gov/dhs
Berrien County Department of Human Services
A comprehensive website offering information on government services available to Michigan residents.

www.bchdmi.org
Berrien County Health Department
Berrien County residents are touched every day in many ways by our services. Every time we eat in a restaurant, need help for health care, or get our children vaccinated for school, the Health Department is involved to make us safer and healthier.

www.berriencounty.org
Berrien County Trial Court – Family Division
A comprehensive website offering information on services available to Berrien County residents.

www.workfamilysolutions.com
Child Care Resources – Southwest Michigan 4C
Child Care Resources works with parents, child care providers, businesses and the community to improve access to quality child care and early education so that every child enjoys safe, nurturing and inspiring care.

www.cornerstonechamber.com
Cornerstone Chamber of Commerce
Cornerstone Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven organization encouraging the growth of business through networking, advocacy, visibility and benefits for all of our members.

www.curiouskidsmuseum.org
Curious Kids Museum
The Curious Kids' Museum encourages discovery, wonder and awe for children. This interactive, hands-on playground for the mind fulfills its educational leadership role by stimulating curiosity, awareness and life preparedness in the areas of science and technology, history and culture. Through its programs and exhibits, the Museum encourages people of all ages to explore the world around them in a unique and open-ended manner.

www.intercare.org
InterCare Community Health Network
Located in the heart of west and southwest Michigan's fruit and vegetable belt, InterCare was formed in 1972 to provide basic health care services in traditionally underserved communities. InterCare now serves nearly 40,000 community residents and migrant farmworkers at six locations each year.  InterCare is supported in part with "Community and Migrant Health Center" grant funds from the federal Public Health Service.

www.jandjschristiancenter.com
J & J's Christian Center
J & J's Christian Center is a state licensed preschool facility with a preschool curriculum that facilitates the growth of your children spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally.

www.lakelandhealth.org
Lakeland Health Care
Lakeland is a not-for-profit, community-owned system of care serving the southwest Michigan region of Berrien, Cass and VanBuren counties. In addition to the three hospitals, the system includes walk-in clinics, long-term care, home care, laboratory and radiology services, rehabilitation and other services throughout the region. Lakeland also offers health, safety, wellness and prevention events, classes and programs throughout the year.

www.miworks.org
Michigan Works! Berrien-Cass-Van Buren
Michigan Works! Berrien-Cass-Van Buren is a local, non-profit agency which aims to strengthen our regional economy through workforce development. We operate five Service Centers throughout Southwest Michigan, providing services to area employers and jobseekers at no cost.

www.riverwoodcenter.org
Riverwood Center
Riverwood is a community-based, non-profit behavioral health care agency serving the residents of Berrien County. We offer a full range of responsive and accessible mental health services that provide the hope and self-determination to give you the tools to live the best possible life you can.

www.watervliet.k12.mi.us/south
South Elementary School – Watervliet
The Watervliet Public Schools will prepare all students
with the academic and personal skills necessary to become
life long learners and productive members of society.

www.senate.michigan.gov/gop/senators/jelinek.asp?District=21
State of Michigan – Ron Jelinek
This site will help you keep informed and up-to-date on state issues and legislation in Lansing.

www.tricountyhs.org
Tri-County Head Start
Head Start helps all children succeed by teaching skills necessary for kindergarten. Services are offered to meet the special needs of children with disabilities.

www.nilesschools.org/northside/index.php
Northside Child Development Center
Working collaboratively with parents and community members we will implement a model early childhood center that positively impacts children and their families, during preschool and kindergarten years.

 
 




Purpose
The Great Start Collaborative of Berrien County is a partnership of community leaders, business owners, charitable and faith-based organizations, health and human service agencies, educators, and parents.  Our goal is to build a network of county-wide programs and services that work together to achieve better results for young children and their families.


 
 
 
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Great Start Collaborative of Berrien County ~ 711 St. Joseph Avenue ~ Berrien Springs, MI 49103 ~ 269-471-7725 ext. 1270
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