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 FNC
addresses the whole spectrum of raising children, from pregnancy
right through the teen years, and works with others to:
- Strengthen families through "Nurturing
Programs" that enhance parenting skills, improve relationships,
connect families with each other for mutual support, and link
parents to culturally appropriate community resources.
- Reduce violence and child maltreatment by organizing neighborhood
based "Circles of Caring"
that support families and promote nurturing relationships through
advocacy efforts and neighborhood activities, including art and
literacy based playgroups, Welcome Baby literacy promotion home
visits, infant massage classes, book parties, support groups,
nutrition classes, and more.
- Educate community residents and service providers by offering
"Training and Education Programs"
that enhance understanding and skills needed to ensure that all
families have access to child care, education, health care, and
family support services they need to nurture healthy children.
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