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The first five years of life are precious. They are also incredibly important for your child’s development and future.

Nevada has programs and funding to help your child get the strong start you want to give them.

It takes just five minutes to open a world of opportunity for your child’s first five years.

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FREE Early Childhood Screening Event

Saturday, April 5th in Las Vegas - First 5 Nevada will be hosting a FREE Early Childhood Screening Event along with our partners from the UNLV Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Early Childhood Education Programs.

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Children’s Week at the Nevada Legislature: Join Us March 10th to 13th

Children’s Week at the Nevada Legislature was created to have a week dedicated to advocating for Nevada’s children. Families, community partners, and advocates are encouraged to participate to fill the halls of the State Capital and speak up for families!

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Parent Spotlight: Alejandra Melecio

Alejandra Melecio is a wife and mother of four children. She shares her experience as a leading mother in the First 5 Family Leadership Council.

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SAVE THE DATE Southern NV Screening & Connection Event – April 5, 2025

First 5 Nevada will be hosting an early childhood Screening and Connection event in Southern Nevada on Saturday, April 5th and will provide no-cost screenings for Southern Nevada families including developmental screenings, mental/behavioral health, oral health and more!