Healthy
Opportunities for
Parents to
Experience
Success
We believe. . .
. . .all families have strengths. Building upon these strengths allows families to make positive changes in their lives.
. . . preventing problems now is better than trying to fix them later. This is especially true when it comes to our children.
. . . parenting is the toughest, yet most important job anyone will ever have. All parents need support and encouragement as they care for their children.
Hopes is voluntary and convenient
If you agree to participate, a Family Support Worker will assist you in caring for your baby by making scheduled in-home visits.
Family Support Workers
. . . are qualified individuals who are trained to help you with questions and problems you may have. They understand the questions and stress that every parent has.
Practical Information
Your Family Support Worker will offer practical info on:
- Recognizing your baby’s needs
- Caring for your baby’s needs and still managing to take care of yourself too
- What to expect as your baby grows
- Making your home ‘baby safe’
- Encouraging ‘on-target’ development in your baby.
- Prenatal Education
Assistance for Parents
- Budgeting and Finance Skills
- Arranging Transportation
- Effective Discipline for your Child
- Ways to Continue your Education
- Employment Opportunities
- Using Community Services
Eligibility
Families with parents to be or families of newborns who reside in Lee County may be eligible for HOPES services. Your Family Support Worker may work with your family until your child reaches 5 years of age or until you no longer need services.
For more information, or to determine if your family is eligible, contact:
Michele Ross, LSW, Community Health Program Director
Lee County Health Department
2218 Avenue H
Fort Madison,IA 52627
Phone 1-800-458-6672 or 1-319-372-5225
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