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Allies in Prevention Coalition

Allies in Prevention Coalition
SCAN's coalition works to increase community involvement to prevent abuse and neglect.

Alexandria/Arlington CASA

Alexandria/Arlington CASA
SCAN's CASA Program gives a voice to children in the court system.

Developmental Playgroups

Information en Espanol

Our developmental playgroups are focused on improving the lives of young children ages 0-5. The playgroups reach out to young families through songs, games and activities to ensure their children enter school prepared to take full advantage of the educational experience.

Tuesdays (English)

9:00 - 10:30 AM
Jefferson-Houston Elementary School, 1501 Cameron St, Alexandria
Playgroups are FREE
For more information, please contact Susan Kennedy with the Center for Alexandria’s Children (CAC)
703-838-4381 x494
skennedy@centerforalexandriaschildren.org
> Download a flyer about this playgroup

Thursdays (English)

10:00 - 11:30 AM
The Center for Alexandria’s Children (CAC), 1900 N. Beauregard St, 2nd Floor, Alexandria
Playgroups are FREE
For more information, please contact Susan Kennedy with the Center for Alexandria’s Children (CAC)
703-838-4381 x494
skennedy@centerforalexandriaschildren.org
> Download a flyer about this playgroup

Fridays (English/Spanish)

10:00 - 11:30 AM
St. Rita’s Parish Center, 3825 Russell Rd, Alexandria
Playgroups are FREE
For more information, please contact Susan Kennedy with the Center for Alexandria’s Children (CAC)
703-838-4381 x494
skennedy@centerforalexandriaschildren.org
> Download a flyer about this playgroup