AJE is excited to host Strong Start again for a training about Early Intervention in DC today, Thursday, July 9th at 7pm. Parents and Caregivers can register here – https://www.tfaforms.com/4975591?tfa_109=701R700000wCL7J and AJE will email you the Zoom meeting information.  This is a great chance to learn more about accessing services for children from birth to...

Free Virtual Training Wednesday, July 8 and Resources from an AJE partner, Safe Shores: The DC Children’s Advocacy Center As the school year comes to an end and summer begins, children often spend more time swimming, attending camps, participating in sleepovers, using technology, and spending time with caregivers. To help navigate these summer activities, we’ve gathered a few resources...

The Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives is excited to invite you to Loving Arms: Connections for Kinship, an informative gathering for caregivers in the District of Columbia. If you support a child or youth in any caregiving role, this event is for you. You’ll hear from experts in two engaging panel discussions on guardianship, caregiver rights, and resources available...

The DC Developmental Disabilities Council invites community members, self-advocates, families, providers, and partners to provide feedback on the FY2027-2031 State Plan Draft. Community input is an important part of shaping priorities and goals that support people with developmental disabilities across the District. The public comment period began on May 12, 2026, and will be open through...

Strong Start, DC’s early intervention program, provides support and services to families with children from birth through age 3, with developmental delays and disabilities. Virtual support groups offer DC families an open, secure and judgement-free setting to discuss topics related to their child’s development and early intervention.  Each group meeting has minimal “agenda items” and...