The Improvement Association

Maternal, infant & early childhood home visiting program - parents as teachers provided home-visiting services to 54 families, 25 of which had high needs; miechv/pat teaches parents to become their children's first teachers. They also conduct developmental screenings and provide referral resources for housing, health, mental health, employment, etc. Families receive 1 - 2 monthly visits and more in crises. Social connections are made with children and families when they attend monthly group connections that teach parents and provide activities in a group setting.

Workforce development the workforce development initiative enrolled 39 customers. Tia provided workshops to build self-esteem and job search skills, case management, and job development and placement. Thirty enrollees completed the 5-week workshop session; 21 were placed in employment; 1 was enrolled in an educational program.