Child FIRST aims to decrease the incidence of abuse and neglect, developmental and learning problems, and emotional and behavioral disturbance among high-risk children and families. Provides home visiting services to pregnant women and families with children up to 6 years old. Includes a comprehensive assessment of child and family needs, parent-child mental health intervention, observation and consultation in early care and education, development of a child and family plan of care, and care coordination and case management.
The Child Health and Development Institute of Connecticut, 2003
Evidence Rating: I
Cost: N/A
Additional Info: http://evidencebasedprograms.org/1366-2/child-first-near-top-tier http://homvee.acf.hhs.gov/document.aspx?rid=3&sid=42&mid=1
Topics:
Home Visiting Intimate Partner Violence Parenting Education Socio-emotional Development for Children
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