Helping Young Hearts Find Their Wings
Child Development
Jackson County families with children ages 1 to 5 can receive support to help their child grow and thrive. We focus on building strong social and emotional skills and provide parent coaching to support families along the way.
Our sessions include three main areas.
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Step 1: Functional playtime
Social-emotional assessments and activities help children build confidence, strengthen relationships, and develop important life skills.
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Step 2: Parental support
Guidance to help build the skills needed to address your child's developmental needs.
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Step 3: Well-being check-ins
We talk about how things are going for you and your family.
Protective Factors
In Psychology, "Protective Factors" are attributes that help us be adaptive and resilient. These include:
- Parental perseverance
- Social connections
- Knowledge of parenting and child development
- Fostering belonging in community support
- Emotional awareness
- Self-regulation
Thank you
This program is funded by the Children’s Services Fund of Jackson County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Children and Families programs
Are the programs for Children and Families free?
Yes! There are county/state and income level requirements, but the programs are funded by the Children's Services Fund of Jackson County.
Do I need to bring anything to sign up for the programs?
Yes, please bring a photo ID and your children, we look forward to meeting them!
Will a case manager come to my home or must I come to the Serve and Lift Center?
Each family has their own needs and services will be provided according to the agreement with their social worker.
Do I need to live in Jackson County?
Yes, you must live in Jackson County to participate in this program.