FIRST 5 Santa Clara County strives to inform the community about its work to support the healthy development of children through age 5. Through news coverage, more people learn about the importance of the first five years of life, helping them to become better parents, caregivers and community advocates.

"When I approach a child, he inspires in me two sentiments; tenderness for what he is, and respect for what he may become." Louis Pasteur

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