The Family Advocacy Program offers education and support services
to build healthy family relationships. Programs include:
Early
childhood development education
Parenting education and skills
development
Anger, stress and conflict management training
New
parent support and home visits
Health education for new parents
Family advocacy counseling
Additionally, the Family Advocacy
Program is the point of contact for the following programs:
New Parent
Support Program, (NPSP) - A voluntary support program provided FREE to parents
with children 0 - 3 years old. Most services are home-based for the comfort and
convenience of your family.
The NPSP is a voluntary service which is
provided FREE to parents with children 0 - 3 years of
age.
MOST new parents have questions/concerns about
pregnancy, birth and changes in family structure as a result of the birth of
their baby. The problem is... where can I get help? We
have trained, caring professionals who can answer questions on birth, baby care,
emotional changes, coping skills etc..
Most of our services are home
based for the comfort and convenience of your family.
A registered nurse
will teach you about baby care, feeding, infant development and answer any other
questions you may have concerning infant care.
A social worker is
available to explore your coping mechanisms during this crucial adjustment
period.