Family Home Visiting (FHV) is a method for strengthening families and improving health and well-being. A Public Health Nurse (PHN) meets with families to provide support and to share
A Public Health Nurse supports the parents/guardian to cultivate and strengthen a nurturing, positive relationship with their baby to assure healthy growth and development
Home visits may begin early in pregnancy and last through early childhood. The frequency of visits vary per client.
Family Home Visiting programs work toward improvement of:
- Maternal and child health well-being
- Prevention of childhood injuries and reduction of emergency department visits
- Prevention of child abuse or maltreatment
- School readiness
- Reduction in crime or domestic violence
- Family economic self-sufficiency
- Coordination and referrals for other community resources and supports.Affiliated Organizations:
MDH Maternal Child Health Program
Healthy Families America
Nurse Family Partnership