Building Healthy Families is fully functioning. Participants may email, call or text home visitors for general inquires and to schedule home visits. Inquire about services or make a referral by calling 607.434.9707 or leave a message at 607.433.8000 extension 112.
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Building Healthy Families is a program designed to help you be the best parent you can be! From pregnancy to kindergarten, we will support you with the changes and challenges of parenting by offering information, fun activities and resources that strengthen parent-child bonds, foster happy childhoods, and help you reach your family goals.
Our goals are to:
- Enhance the health and development of your entire family
- Reduce the stress that comes with being a parent
- Strengthen the bond between you and your child
- Support your independence
A new baby is a stressful experience! We're here to take some of the pressure off, and help promote a positive relationship between you and your child. Learn how you and your partner can benefit from our free services.
Get help today:
- Take our survey so we can determine how to assist you
- Call us at 607.433.0444
For more information:
- Healthy Families New York
- Show Me More - watch a video about the Healthy Families program
COVID-Specific Resources:
- Caring for Your Family During the COVID-19 Crisis: A Guide for Caregivers
- Meeting Kids' Real Needs in a Virtual World (OCAAN)
- New York State Parent Portal: Parenting resources to help support you during the pandemic and beyond
- Additional COVID-19 Related Resources for Families
Parenting Resources:
- Starting Life Together
- New Dads' Driver's Manual
- 24-Hour Parent Helpline (PIRC): 1-800-342-7472
- Prevent Child Abuse New York