In mid-March of 2020, Harbor Child Care closed for what was supposed to be a two-week period to “flatten the curve” regarding a virus no one had ever heard of. It reopened its doors on June 1, 2020.
During that time, and subsequently, Harbor Child Care has had to pivot on a dime regarding myriad issues. “We endured and still endure the often-changing regulations from health-care organizations and licensing agencies,” Center Director Erica Giddens said. “With all those changes we have remained committed to our mission-serving our families and their children.”
As part of its efforts to give back to the community, Harbor Child Care held a Drive-By Grab & Go Lunch for First Responders of Glen Cove on May 26. A display of food tables, balloons and thank-you signs made by Harbor’s talented teachers and children welcomed those first responders who were able to attend.
“We appreciated the generosity of our community food sponsors Chef Moris Café and La Placita Market for providing a delicious array of wraps, empanadas, and sandwiches,” Giddens said. “The event was Harbor’s way of saying ‘thank you’ to all the brave men and women who put their lives on the line each and every day to keep us safe, especially during these difficult and unprecedented times.” According to Giddens, the children and staff were “amazed by the outpouring of support” from the City of Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department, the City of Glen Cove EMS, and the Glen Cove Police Department. A parade of fire trucks took center stage, which was “quite remarkable,” Giddens said.
Harbor Child Care is a not-for-profit child care organization offering an educational environment for infants, toddlers, pre-K, and school-age children in the communities of Glen Cove, Manhasset, Mineola, New Hyde Park, and Uniondale. Its staff-to-child ratios are in accordance with the regulations of the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. At our Glen Cove center, more than 10,000 square feet is dedicated to learning, socialization, and education. It also boasts a new 21st-century playground and outdoor classroom.
For more information call (516) 277-2123, email or www.harborchildcare.org
