Nurse-Family Partnership
There are any number of reasons for child abuse, but one of the more tragic reasons is that the parent does not know how to cope with an unhealthy child. That is why our new Nurse-Family Partnership will prevent future child abuse in and around Tucson. Funded by First Things First and managed in partnership with the Easter Seals Blake Foundation, our Nurse-Family Partnership addresses the aforementioned challenge in two important ways.
First, registered nurses provide in-home nursing care for low-income, first-time mothers throughout their pregnancy. This prenatal care will maximize the probability of a healthy, happy delivery.
Second, these nurses continue to provide care and counsel — for both mother and child – until the baby is 2 years old.
The nurse will perform developmental and health assessments, assist the mom with bonding and attachment, and provide education on parenting skills. In addition, the nurse will assist the mom with referrals for support services and identify ways to continue her education and set goals for the future.
Casa de los Ninos and the Easter Seals Blake Foundation are the only local providers authorized to offer the Nurse-Family Partnership program in Pima County. Nurse-Family Partnership is a national program with strict guidelines and a proven track record for successful outcomes. For further information, visit www.nursefamilypartnership.org
