Family support workers can work with the parents on what they perceive their needs to be, assist the parents in finding time for themselves and for their growth through education, employment, counseling and help set a better tone to celebrate the uniqueness of a new child. As the family becomes more self sufficient and positive patterns are developed, services decrease. You're on your own with some bounce in your step, instead of the desperation or frustration that was your shadow before someone helped you manage it all. Just you and yours, on a steady course. Healthy Families is associated with Healthy Families America, established in 1992 by the National Committee to Prevent Child Abuse and Ronald McDonalds Children's Charities.
Help is available right from the start.
It's all about taking the opportunity and asking. About 100 people will be teeing it up at Manzanita Golf Course on Aug. 25 for a fund-raising boost for the organization. It's a fun day that feeds an energetic group of family support workers and gives them more to help new families with throughout the year. To learn more or to get a nice bit of assistance for your new baby, and your life that goes with it, call 842-2773. Just asking is the only requirement needed.