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Experiencing homelessness in early childhood can have long-term impacts on health, education and well-being for both children and parents. Homelessness among young children is often hidden, making it harder to collect accurate data and ensure that these children are connected to the services and resources they need. Join NACoRF and SchoolHouse Connection to learn more about the prevalence of homelessness among infants and toddlers and how counties can reduce barriers and increase families’ connections to health and early learning programs.

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Erin Patterson

Director of Education Initiatives, SchoolHouse Connection
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Wendy Kinnear

Regional Coordinator, Pennsylvania’s Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program
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Emily Halcon

Director of the Department of Homeless Services and Housing (DHSH), Sacramento County, CA

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