Early Connections care. play. grow.
We offer a range of free resources to support you in tracking your child's early milestones, accessing developmental screenings, and connecting with care coordinators who can guide you through the process. Families with children ages 0 to 3 can also take advantage of our free developmental playgroups.Services
Centralized Access Point
Get started with Early Connections
The Centralized Access Point (CAP) is your first step to get help through Early Connections. CAP intake coordinators listen to your child’s needs and help you find the right services. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Email: earlyconnections@supportforfamilies.org Phone (no referral needed): 415-920-5040
Milestones and screenings
Track your child's growth
We offer free resources to help you track your child's early childhood milestones and access developmental screenings.
Milestones tell you how kids move, play, and talk at specific ages.
Screenings are easy and fun, and can tell you if your child is on track for their age.
Developmental playgroups
Free playgroups for kids age 0 to 3
We offer free developmental playgroups for children ages 0 to 3.
Playgroups help children develop communication, motor, socio-emotional, and cognitive skills through engaging activities.
Each playgroup has a unique focus to meet the diverse needs of families.
Meet Early Connections
The Department of Early Childhood offers free developmental screenings, as well as connections to local early intervention services for children who need them. Let's care, play, and grow together through Early Connections.
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In partnership with trusted community organizations, the San Francisco Department of Early Childhood offers Early Connections—a free initiative designed to support families at every step of their child’s developmental journey.