This resource collection highlights the importance of helping families succeed to promote positive child outcomes. Families thrive when they are safe and healthy, have opportunities for educational advancement and economic mobility, and have access to family support services. In the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework, Family Well-being is one of the seven family outcomes that affect child outcomes.
Dr. Sangeeta Parikshak, Office of Head Start senior analyst, and Dr. Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General, discuss the importance of social connection for wellness and mental health.
The Family Economic Mobility Toolkit shares information, ideas, inspiration, and hands-on resources to help Head Start staff partner with families on their journeys toward economic stability and mobility.
Use this social media toolkit to spread the word about the important work Head Start programs do to support America's children and families.
Supporting families through substance use and recovery is a Head Start priority. Learn about addiction and substance use stigma and how you can make a difference in your work.
In this first webinar, hear about innovative examples of Head Start programs and community organizations joining forces to strengthen family well-being.
Programs can use this resource to learn more about working with families and children who may be experiencing violence.
Programs can use this set of positive social media messages as a way to provide virtual support to parents and families.
Head Start staff are often in a position to talk with families experiencing homelessness. Explore strategies and resources to support staff professional development as they work with families.
Raising children can be hard for parents. It may be even harder when a family has experienced domestic violence. Use this resource to help parents build a connection with their child and help them to feel loved.
Domestic violence can have long-term effects on children and families. Learn ways Head Start programs help families overcome the stress and trauma of domestic violence to heal and thrive.