Technical Assistance for Massachusetts Children at Play (MCAP)

Status: Past Project
Year: 2015
Location: Boston
Client: Government organizations
Services Provided: Multi-Sector Convening, Training and Technical Assistance
Technical Expertise: Early Education and Childhood Development


Massachusetts Children at Play (MCAP) is part of a broad-based, statewide initiative to reduce childhood obesity and prevent its complications in childhood and, later, in adulthood. MCAP provides guidance for child care providers to create healthier child care environments across the state.

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