[info_list style=”circle with_bg” icon_bg_color=”#9a3324″ icon_color=”#ffffff” font_size_icon=”40″ eg_br_style=”solid” eg_br_width=”3″ connector_color=”#9a3324″][info_list_item list_title=”Home visits:” list_icon=”icomoon-the7-font-the7-home-022″ animation=”rotateIn” title_font_size=”desktop:22px;” title_font_line_height=”desktop:32px;” title_font_color=”#7a99ac” desc_font_size=”desktop:18px;” desc_font_line_height=”desktop:28px;”]The Family Connection uses the Parents as Teachers curriculum for home visits. The PAT curriculum focuses on three areas: parent-child interaction, child development, and family well-being. Each visit is personalized based on the ages of your children, identified strengths and challenges, and your family interests. We also help you set a goal. This goal is specific to you and your family. Each family sets their own goal.  The Family Support Specialist works with you to ensure you have the information and resources to accomplish your goal.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Group activities:” list_icon=”Defaults-calendar” animation=”rotateIn” title_font_size=”desktop:22px;” title_font_line_height=”desktop:32px;” title_font_color=”#7a99ac” desc_font_size=”desktop:18px;” desc_font_line_height=”desktop:28px;”]The Family Connection hosts at least one group activity for families every month. This could include Picnic in the Park or Parent and Playgroup. We also support and participate in community activities such as the ECI Early Childhood Summit, Stride into Summer, and Kidzfest. In 2024, we’ll be adding ACT Raising Safe Children to our group opportunities![/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Developmental Screenings:” list_icon=”Defaults-group users” animation=”rotateIn” title_font_size=”desktop:22px;” title_font_line_height=”desktop:32px;” title_font_color=”#7a99ac” desc_font_size=”desktop:18px;” desc_font_line_height=”desktop:28px;”]Every child in the home under 6 will receive an annual developmental screening. Family Connection uses the Ages and Stages Questionnaire, which has general development and social-emotional screening. This screening tool is a snapshot of a child’s progress in meeting milestones. If the screening shows an area of concern or even a developmental delay, your Family Support Specialist will discuss the results and possible options. We regularly partner with AEA to ensure all children get needed services![/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Resource Connection:” list_icon=”fas fa-hands-helping” animation=”rotateIn” title_font_size=”desktop:22px;” title_font_line_height=”desktop:32px;” title_font_color=”#7a99ac” desc_font_size=”desktop:18px;” desc_font_line_height=”desktop:28px;”]Staff from the Family Connection stay on top of resources and programs available to community members. We work to connect families to the resources they need. We regularly partner with Community Action agencies, AEA, food pantries, the Fellowship Cup, mental health services, and CPPC groups.[/info_list_item][/info_list]