PREGNANCY AND PARENTING EDUCATION | YSS
420 Kellogg Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
Eligibility
Required documents
Hours
Languages
English
Application process
Call for services
Fees
None
Service area
Story County, Iowa
Boone County, Iowa
Description
Offers education and support for low-income parents and expecting moms. The Nest program provides educational classes and an incentive program to help low-income parents purchase baby supplies. The Healthy Futures program offers one-on-one support to young moms including parenting skills training and screenings for child development and maternal depression.
Services include: Screenings for maternal depression, child development, and home safety; parenting education about children's development stages; and family assistance by providing referrals to appropriate resources. Special funds are also available to assist during a crisis (when available).
Providing organization
YSS
Programming for children and young adults.