Community Report: The Status of Branford Children

Published in 2015 this report presents a compilation of public data on important factors influencing children in Branford.  It shows, similar to many communities, Branford is experiencing a shift in socio-economics, race and ethnicity. This report is important because demographic changes can influence the health patterns in the region, the number and type of services and resources in the area, and can have profound economic implications.

Report Brief

Full Report

“Creating a coordinated network of supports for children and families before the children enter the school system is critical." 
“Investment in early childhood pays dividends to local governments across time, and across systems as disparate as education, health care, and law enforcement.”  ​Meredith Gaffney, Accountability Project Coordinator 

Other Research & Links

Eastern Connecticut State University

Excellent resource for early care professionals including an extensive video library, "Reflections from the Field."
​A must see for every educator. 

Ct Voices for Children

Independent research and advocacy to improve the lives of Connecticut's children. Policy briefs and research that affect families and children. 

Zigler Center in Child Development & Social Policy

The center conducts policy-relevant research, learn about current policy issues affecting children and families, gain an understanding of how policy is made and develop some of the skills necessary to work effectively in the policy arena

The Aspen Institute

Ascend at the Aspen Institute is a hub for breakthrough ideas and collaborations that move children and their parents toward educational success and economic security. Ascend takes a two-generation approach to our work – focusing on children and their parents together – and we bring a gender and racial equity lens to our analysis.

State of Babies Connecticut Data

Where children are born can affect their chances for a strong start in life. Babies need good health, strong families, and positive early learning experiences to foster their healthy brain development and help them realize their full potential.
This fact sheet provides a snapshot of how infants, toddlers, and their families are faring with respect to these three developmental domains. 

Advocacy Organizations

Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance

A statewide organization committed to improving outcomes in the areas of learning, health, safety and economic security, for children ages birth to eight. 

Connecticut Parent Power

CT Parent Power is a statewide parent-led advocacy organization engaging and mobilizing parents on behalf of Connecticut’s children.

Connecticut Family Support Network

Helping families raise children with disabilities and special healthcare needs.