Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council (SMOC)

Head StartProvided services to low-income families with preschool aged children age 0-5 in a holistic setting to assure that they are or will be, ready to enter kindergarten at or developmentally ahead of their peers. Services focus on health physical and mental, cognitive development, socialization, addressing any special needs and assuring that parents are involved in their child's development as well as the delivery of the program to the greatest extent feasible.

Parent Aware/Early Childhood Scholarships/TransitProvided services to Early Childhood and Child Care Providers to assure quality environments for childhood growth and development and that parents could make informed choices as to the care of their children. Also provided scholarships to families to assure that all families regardless of income have access to quality care for their children. In addition provided transportation service throughout the service area to assure that all citizens have access to affordable public transportation and lack of transportation does not create a barrier to prosperity.

Family PlanningProvided services to individuals and families with a focus on their reproductive health and choice with an emphasis on prevention. Service were provided through outreach and clinic settings with both walk-in and appointment services available.