Common Child Care Questions

How Can I start a day-care center or preschool?

• Contact Sheila Whipple, Program Coordinator, at Community Child Care Council (4Cs) of Sonoma County. Email swhipple@sonoma4Cs.org or Phone 522-1413, ext 156.

Where can I find a good preschool? Can you recommend one?

• Information is available through the Community Child Care Council (4Cs) of Sonoma County. Their brochures are available in both English and Spanish and can be accessed online.
• Call 4Cs Resource and Referral staff at (707) 544-3077 for more information.
• Contact Community Care Licensing at (844) 538-8766. A link to their website will be updated soon.

What programs are available for my 4 year old under Universal Pre-Kindergarten?

• Please refer to the Family Guide
  
  • Family Guide English
  • Family Guide Spanish

How can I report child neglect or abuse?

• Sonoma County’s Family Youth and Children’s Services Department has a Child Protection Hotline that operates 24/7. Call (707) 565-4304 or (800) 870-7064. A link to their website will be updated soon.