The Salvation Army's White Shield Center, Early Learning Center

Empowering adolescent girls to lead healthy and productive lives within their families and communities.

The Early Learning Center (ELC) is a licensed child care center that serves infants and toddlers residing at The Salvation Army's White Shield Center, a residential treatment program for young women and their children.

ELC is influenced by Reggio Emilia, a child-centered educational philosophy which encourages the incorporation of family, community and nature into the learning environment and curriculum. We care for children ranging in age from 6 weeks through 3 years. We work closely with parents to provide the highest quality of care for our infants and toddlers.

As well, we offer a small number of openings in our center to the children of White Shield staff members, and children from the surrounding community, when space is available. Residents of White Shield Center are always given priority placement.