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Family Support

Support for your family. Connections for your future.

Our Family Support team offers home visits, prenatal and child development education, and help accessing community resources.

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What Family Support Looks Like at Neighborhood Centers

You know your family best. We work alongside you to build your confidence as a parent and address challenges that may stand in your family’s way.

Your Family Support worker meets with you at least twice a month, or more often if you need additional support. Together, you talk about what’s going well, what’s difficult, and what would help.

During home visits, we share information about your child’s development, from pregnancy through age five, and try activities you can do with your child. We use the Parents As Teachers© (PAT) curriculum and are working toward becoming a PAT affiliate.

Our team speaks several languages and works with families from different cultural backgrounds. We help you find community resources and connect with services. Family gatherings give you opportunities to meet other parents, build friendships, and learn ways to meet your family’s needs and speak up for yourself.

Our Services

Prenatal & Child Development Education

Learn about pregnancy, preparing for your baby, and how your child grows and learns, using the Parents As Teachers© (PAT) curriculum.

Community Resources & Referrals

Work with our team to find services and resources that address challenges and fit your family’s needs.

Family Gatherings & Activities

Meet other families, build friendships, and learn ways to support your family and speak up for your needs.

Meet Your Family Support Team

Monica Miranda

Monica Miranda

Family Support
Director

Languages English, Spanish

Laura Martinez

Laura Martinez

Family Support
Specialist

Languages English, Spanish

Aaron Wanguwabo

Aaron Wanguwabo

Family Support
Specialist

Languages English, Swahili, French, Lingala

Hanadi Elshazali

Hanadi Elshazali

Family Support
Specialist

Languages English, Arabic

Jihan Adams

Jihan Adams

Family Support
Specialist

Languages English, Arabic

Katie Newcomb

Katie Newcomb

Family Support
Specialist

Languages English

Contact Family Support

For questions about services, contact Monica Miranda, Family Support Director.

Email Monica Call 319-354-2886

Connecting with Other Families

Family gatherings bring parents and children together to share activities, learn from one another, and build friendships with people they can turn to for support.

Let’s Start with a Conversation

Have a question about Family Support? Reach out to learn about available services and find a next step for your family.

Email Our Team Call 319-354-2886
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Reports & Financials
  • For Neighbors
    • Early Learning
    • Family Support
    • Community & Events
  • Get Involved
    • Join Our Team
    • Stay Connected
    • Become A Volunteer
    • Take A Tour
  • Support Us
    • Ways To Give
    • Oct. 11 Playground Benefit
    • "Raise The Roof" Capital Campaign
  • Donate