28%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
10,177
Population of young children (under age 6)
The Cochise Region includes all of Cochise County and the northeastern corner of Pima County.
Strategic Priorities
The Cochise Regional Partnership Council makes strategic investments to support the healthy development and learning of young children in the region. The regional council’s priorities include:
- Strengthening families through voluntary home visiting
- Improving the quality of child care and preschool programs
- Scholarships for children to access high-quality early learning
- Raising awareness about the importance of oral health in young children
Regional Publications
First Things First Staff
Lois Homewytewa
Administrative Assistant III - Central Region
Regional Office
77 Calle PortalSierra Vista, AZ 85635
