What We Do...

Home Visits

Parenting is one of the most important jobs a person will ever do. Yet, being a parent can be a tough job. As a new parent, you create the foundation for your baby’s future. Research shows that what happens during the first three years of life can last a lifetime. Having your first child brings lots of changes. Every new parent has questions and can use some extra support. That is why Healthy Start~Healthy Family is here.

Healthy Start~Healthy Family is voluntary and free. Healthy Start~Healthy Family offers information to families on:

• How babies grow, develop and learn.
• How to care for your infant, including tips on feeding, sleep and safety.
• How play helps babies learn.
• How to keep your baby and yourself healthy.

And...

You will learn about how to connect with other services for you and your family.

Community Playgroups

Healthy Start~Healthy Family and the Clackamas County Early Childhood Committee offers free community playgroups throughout the county for parents with children ages 0-5. Playgroups provide opportunities for parents to learn from each other, share common experiences and concerns, develop lasting friendships and form new support networks. Call us at 503-655-8601 for more information.

Classes and Workshops

FREE parenting classes and workshops are offered for parents and their children (prenatal to age five) who live in Clackamas County. A small group format is used, with flexible schedules, offering opportunities to meet with other new parents who share similar needs and concerns.