In light of recent content policies at Twitter, we are stepping back from posting & further engagement until we are confident that the platform aligns with our core values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We’re excited to announce that @AstraZenecaUS will support our MAKERS of Change Assistive Technology Challenge as part of its 2022 ACT on #HealthEquity Community Solutions Challenge! #Partnerships View the press release at:

Want to make a simple and memory filled activity with your child? Enjoy this simple and fun craft. Learn more about fun and creative activities with Healthy Families at #HFMCAz

Did you know Season for Sharing has raised more than $72 million for AZ nonprofits? Every penny has gone back into the community, supporting important programs and services like our Birth to Five Helpline. Make an online donation before January 31 at

We are extremely grateful to our community for the gifts they've donated to Gingerbread Kids. A special thank you goes out to many wonderful volunteers who helped organize and sort gifts this past week. 🎁🎎✨

Our annual Playfest event will be here before you know it! Join us on February 25th for outdoor play including bounce houses, yard games, and literacy activities.

Check off the loved ones on your holiday list by purchasing a gift from Southwest Human Development. Our books and activities are sure to delight little ones, and your gift supports early childhood development programs. Visit our store at:

Melissa Thompson is a Fragile Infant Specialist at Southwest Human Development. Being a mother of premature twins allows her to connect with the families she works with on a deeper level. To learn more about our Smooth Way Home program, visit

Current status: Open House!

Music is important for early childhood development. It can help the growing brain in areas like language, self-expression, memory skills, and MORE! Dancing & clapping to music can enhances fine motor skills, too! Learn more at #HFMCAz

Thank you to everyone who came out and attended our amazing Festival of Tales event last Saturday. The day was packed with reading, arts and crafts, face painting and much more!

Today we dropped off $1,696.61 from our coin drive by SWHD staff to support children. @MountainAmerica Credit Union matched the donation and even rounded up to $1700! Thank you MACU!

Take an inside look at the ADAPT Shop Open House from last night! Thank you to everyone who attended and made this possible.

Our Reach Out and Read Coordinator Kaitlin Parr is an integral part of our literacy team. She engages with children in fun, imaginative ways and her outgoing personality is infectious. We’re lucky to have her on the Southwest Human Development team!

One of the many benefits of working at Southwest Human Development is access to discounted vacations and exciting experiences via @TicketsAtWork. Join our team to learn more about it here:

Button batteries are extremely dangerous when swallowed. Common items with button batteries include watches, singing holiday cards, remote controls, electric tea candles and key fobs. Help protect your children by following the guidelines above. #HFMCAz

Join ES Gaming on International Day of Persons with Disabilities for the inaugural Game4Access Streamathon, TODAY from 12-8pm MST. Watch the stream here: 👈 #GamingIsForEveryone #ESGaming

You’re invited to experience the Adapt Shop in person on December 6th at their Open House!

Your generosity helps kids who wouldn’t otherwise receive gifts this holiday season. Shop online at

Free books, arts, crafts, and experiences plus lots more at the Festival of Tales children’s event! Check out more details to the event here: