SMCM FFN

Providing support for Minnesota Family, Friend and Neighbor (FFN) Caregivers

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Education

A multitude of educational resources are available for FFN caregivers to help support early-learning and school-age children’s in-school and distance learning.

Nutrition

Training and educational resources are available to help FFN caregivers understand and improve children’s nutrition.

Health & Wellness

Social emotional learning, health and safety, and early learning kits are just a few of the resources available to help FFN caregivers provide a healthy environment.

Safety

Training and other resources, like transportation, are available to help FFN caregivers improve and promote children’s safety.

Community Connections

At Sikkoo Mandoo, we believe in the power of community and the strength that comes from supporting one another. We provide a variety of opportunities for community members to connect with valuable resources, fellow caregivers, and educational groups:

Connection to other resources in my community

Connection to other FFN Caregivers

Learning Communities

Play and Learn Groups

Early Childhood Family Education

Educational Resources for Children

We are committed to providing culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate educational materials to support the growth and learning of children in our community:

Culturally based educational resources

Educational books and toys

Health, Safety and Wellness

The well-being of our community is a top priority. We provide resources and training to ensure that families and caregivers have the knowledge and tools they need to keep children safe and healthy:

Safe Sleep Training

Safety Kits

Family home visiting

Support with early childhood screening, etc.

Professional and Academic Pathways for Caregivers

Help Becoming Legally Non-Licensed Caregivers

Help Becoming Licensed Caregivers

Help with Pursuing a Child Development Association (CDA)

Help Pursuing Further Education

Mentorship

Social-Emotional and Behavioral Resources and Support

Child Development Training

Social-Emotional and Behavioral Resources and Supports

Mental Health Support

ARRIP Team Members are as follows:

Dr.Negussie Sado

Executive Director

Email: nsado@sikkoomandoo.com, phone:503-975-5314

Jato Ambo

Coordinator, HR and Finance Manager for ARRIP

Email: jchabsi@sikkoomandoo.com, phone: 612-505-1160

Oumer Hussen

Navigator/Mentor

Email: omrhay2008@yahoo.com, Phone: 6127519420.