PARENTS AS TEACHERS HOME VISITING PROGRAM MODEL
Teen Parent Connection’s Home Visiting Program has expanded to follow the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model. PAT is an evidence based model that promotes optimal early development and health of children by supporting their parents. Our Parent Educators utilize three individualized areas of emphasis: parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting, and family wellbeing. During visits, parent educators work with our young parents to develop an individualized care plan around the family’s needs and goals. The Parent Educator provides the necessary information and resources to ensure the parents are confident in the emotional, behavioral and physical development of their children. If you would like to learn more about the framework, visit the Parents as Teachers website.
TPC’s PAT home visiting program will serve adolescent parents (ages 12-22) and their children (ages 0-5) who are residents of DuPage County. If you are eligible and are interested in starting services, please visit our I Need Services webpage and fill out our referral form. An appropriate staff member will contact you within 1-2 business days from submitting the form.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and would like more information, please contact [email protected] or call (630) 796-9810.
Meet our Parent Educator!
