Parents as Teachers promotes the optimal early development, learning and health of children by supporting and engaging their parents and caregivers. This program is a research based, home visiting program that builds on the concept that parents are in the best position to influence their child's readiness to learn. Parents as Teachers provides specific, timely information about child development in the family home, or at another comfortable setting. Parents learn what they can do to provide their children with a positive start in life that will help ensure their success in school. The program includes home visits, parent group meetings, developmental screenings and a resource network.