Healthy Families Del Norte

Healthy Families Del Norte County is an evidence-based home visiting program, accredited by Healthy Families America (HFA). It is a partnership between Del Norte County Public Health and First 5 Del Norte. We provide voluntary, free services starting during pregnancy or the first few months of a baby's life. Our family support specialists support and empower parents and offer partner with caregivers to help the children in their lives thrive. 

Healthy Families meets parents where they are at, offering them lots of encouragement, someone who cares about their whole family, someone they can rely on in hard moments, and someone who can help them build a strong, nurturing relationship with their children. 

Eligible Families must:

• Be Del Norte County residents
• Be pregnant or have an infant under 3 months
• Willing to participate (self-referrals are welcome!) 

Learn more about our Healthy Families Del Norte County, by checking out our flyer. 

If you would like to refer yourself or someone else:

• Call 707-464-0861
• Complete the Healthy Families HV Referral Form.pdf  and email to healthyfamilies@dnco.org
• Refer to us using Unite Us

Key Features of Healthy Families:

• Home Visits: Weekly, hour-long visits begin during pregnancy or within three months of birth and continue until the child turns three.
• Long-Term Support: Services typically last at least three years, with visit frequency adjusted based on family needs.
• Evidence-Based Approach: Focuses on nurturing relationships, trauma-informed care, and child development.
• Family-Centered: Services are tailored to each family’s culture, strengths, and goals.
• Comprehensive Support: Assistance with parenting, mental health, substance use, domestic violence, and more.
• Community Connections: Families are linked to local organizations and resources.