How Can Healthy Families Help?
Participants in Healthy Families receive free and voluntary home visits beginning prenatally, or within 90 days after birth. A Family Support Worker (FSW) visits at least once a week for up to one year to help establish support systems, teach problem-solving skills and enhance positive parent-child interaction. Once a family is in the program, they can receive services for up to five years. Healthy Families can also offer information, education and referrals to community resources. Through weekly contact, each Healthy Families’ parent will learn about: • Recognizing and caring for your baby’s needs. • Discovering what to expect as your child grows. • Ways to play with your baby to encourage normal development. • “Baby-proofing” your home. • Problem-solving strategies. • Ways to continue your education. • Community services. • Budgeting and financing information. • Employment options. • Transportation options. How Can I Participate? To participate in the program, families must live in t
