Services
Family Connections
Teen Parent program
- What do any of us know about being a new parent?
- Maybe you have not given this much thought…until now. Children don’t come with a book of instructions and it’s often hard to know what is best for them and how to keep them safe and healthy. Family visitors work with you to find ways to deal with the parents challenges you face, share ideas and give you support.
- What is in it for me?
- A way to think about how to make your hopes and dreams come true for you and your baby.
- Before baby arrives
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- Healthy pregnancy
- You changing body
- Your baby’s growth and development and a new baby’s needs
- Connection to community agencies
- After baby arrives
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- One-on-one home visits
- Group activities with other teen parents
- Information on being a new parent; Baby care, development and fun play activities
- Getting your baby’s and your own needs met
- Childcare resources and information
- Financial information
- Family health care provider information
- Respect, confidentiality and a listening ear about what is important for your family.
- Connections with community agencies
- Financial information
- Encourage changes for a healthier life style
- Specialized group activities with other teen parents that focus on the unique needs of the entire family, including fathers and fathers-to-be.
- Staying in school and/or getting your GED.
- Earn class credit at local Alternative High School by participating in Family Connections, both at home and at school. To find out more about earning credit call 641.422.2525.
- Costs:
- This will cost nothing at all except your time and attention. Family Connections is free of charge to any family living in Cerro Gordo, Hancock, Worth and Winnebago counties.
- For More Information:
- Contact – Karen K. Smith
Family Connections Coordinator
641.421.2525 or 1.800.433.3883 Ext. 2525
E-mail: smithkk@mercyhealth.com
Empowering pregnant and parenting families to develop
nurturing
relationships and connections within the community.