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Scottsdale Family Resource Center
The Scottsdale Family Resource Center provides a variety of services free of charge to support families, parents, caregivers, expectant parents and their young children ages birth through age five (not yet in kindergarten).
Located in South Scottsdale at the Paiute Neighborhood Center, the Family Resource Center offers guidance and support for families with young children by providing access to resources, referrals to support services, and educational programs to ensure healthy growth and development for Scottsdale's youngest learners and their families as they grow and thrive together.
Contact Information
Scottsdale Family Resource Center
Paiute Neighborhood Center
6535 E. Osborn Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
P: 480-312-0038
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Holiday Hours
Wednesday, June 19 closed for Juneteenth.
Thursday, July 4, closed for Independence Day.
Monday - Friday, July 1-5, closed for restructuring of playroom.
Tuesday, July 30, closed for Back-to-School Program.
Tuesday, Aug. 20, closed for staff professional development.
Traci Weis
Family Resource Center Coordinator
P: 480-312-0038
Email Traci Weis
First Things First
Scottsdale Family Resource Center services are provided by First Things First which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona Children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirst.org.
Request for Assistance
The Scottsdale Family Resource Center staff is available to help you find the resources and support you need.
Programs & Events
Music & Movement
- DESCRIPTION:
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This class fosters the growing child’s natural sense of music and movement. Join us to sing, move, dance, and play instruments while having fun!
- DATE / FECHA:
- 6/26
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 10:45 a.m.
- LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Cafécito (Bilingual English/Spanish)
- DESCRIPTION:
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Social group meeting to discuss pertinent community topics.
Space is limited. Pre-register by calling 480-312-0038 or email [email protected].(Spanish): Reunión de un grupo social para charlar de las temas pertinentes de la comunidad.
Espacio limitado: Contáctenos para registrarse: 480-312-0038 / [email protected].
- DATE / FECHA:
- 7/9
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 11 a.m.
- LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Welcome to the Zoo, Crafty Storytime
- DESCRIPTION:
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Enjoy a Storytime with a book, songs, and a fun craft.
Disfruta la lectura de un libro, canciones y una divertida manualidad.
- DATE / FECHA:
- 7/23
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 10:45 a.m. &
5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Raising Sons and Daughters (Spanish)
- DESCRIPTION:
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Parents play a crucial role in the lives of their children. Understanding the impact both fathers and mothers have on the lives of their children while exploring tips and strategies for raising healthy sons and daughters.
- DATE / FECHA:
- 7/10
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - noon
- LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Step up to Learning (six-week class for ages 3-5)
- DESCRIPTION:
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This series is designed to focus on children's approaches to learning both socially and academically. Each session uses books, songs, and parent/child interactions to help develop one of the most important domains in child development - how to learn.
- DATE / FECHA:
- 7/17, 7/24, 7/31
8/7, 8/14, 8/21 - TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 11 a.m.
- LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Once Upon a Cuento (Bilingual Storytime)
- DESCRIPTION:
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Join us for a bilingual story time and songs.
Acompañenos una hora de cuentos y canciones bilingües.
- DATE / FECHA:
- 6/18
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 10:45 a.m. &
5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7 - Cost:
- Free / Gratis
Family Play Time
- DESCRIPTION:
-
This is a FREE weekly program for parents and caregivers that provides an opportunity to explore and play with your child (ages infant - Pre-K) in a safe, indoor, open play area. We provide developmentally appropriate furniture, materials, and hands-on activities. This is an open play time and families can stop in anytime between 10 - 11:30 a.m. to enjoy the space. (Pre-registration not required).
- DATE / FECHA:
- Thursdays & Fridays
- TIME / TIEMPO:
- 10 - 11:30 a.m.
- LOCATION / UBICACION:
- Scottsdale Family Resource Center
6535 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Building 7
Parent Workshops
More workshops coming soon
Emergency Diaper Assistance
Emergency assistance to Scottsdale families that need diapers, wipes, formula, and baby food is available while supplies last to qualified families. Contact the Scottsdale Family Resource Center at 480-312-0038 or [email protected].
Car Seats
The Scottsdale Family Resource Center offers car seat inspections by appointment. A certified technician will inspect your car seat and show you how to install it. A limited number of car seats are available free of charge for Scottsdale residents that meet income guidelines. Call 480-312-0038 to make an appointment.
Parent Advisory Committee
The Scottsdale Family Resource Center Parent Advisory Committee is made up of parents and caregivers of the SFRC community to provide support to the Scottsdale Family Resource Center in its mission of supporting families to build a strong and vibrant parent and caregiver community. The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meets monthly and provides input to the Scottsdale Family Resource Center on designing programs and services that meet the needs of families in Scottsdale.
Online Resources
Scottsdale Libraries
Digital Books
Educational Videos
Virtual Tours
Parenting Resources
Social and Emotional Development
Language and Literacy
Cognitive Development
Physical and Motor Development
Donations
Donations of NEW baby items for Scottsdale families may be made by contacting the Scottsdale Family Resource Center at 480-312-0038 or [email protected]. Needed items include:
- new unopened diapers and wipes
- new unopened containers of formula and baby food
- new car seats
Monetary donations can be made to Partners for Paiute, a non-profit organization that funds programs and agencies at the Paiute Neighborhood Center. For more information, please visit the Partners for Paiute web site: www.partnersforpaiute.org