Home-Based Family Education & Support
In-home support for families across Malheur County
Our home-based family education and support services bring guidance and connection directly to families in their homes. Designed for parents and caregivers who may not be able to access center-based services, this free service provides flexible, relationship-based support where families live and grow.
Program Overview
Meeting families where they are
Our home-based family education and support staff work directly with families in their homes to provide hands-on guidance, model healthy routines, and support everyday challenges. By working within each family’s environment, support is tailored to meet their unique needs—whether that means helping a child navigate big emotions, connecting families to community resources, or offering encouragement during stressful times.
Families receiving home-based support have access to the same wraparound services available through our classrooms. Support may include:
Parenting guidance and coaching
Child development activities
Connection to community resources
Support during times of increased stress
Opportunities for respite and parent connection
Access to the Family Resource Pantry
How It Works
Families can reach out directly or be connected through community partners. Once connected, a member of our team works with each family to schedule regular visits that fit their needs.
During visits, staff provide guidance, model everyday routines such as mealtimes or bedtime, and support parents in building practical, achievable goals. Developmental screenings may be used when helpful, and families are connected to additional supports—such as Early Intervention or TAC—if needed.
Benefits to Families
How In-Home Support Strengthens Family Life
Our home-based family education and support services provide practical, in-home guidance that helps make daily life easier for parents and more supportive for children. Each visit offers tools and encouragement tailored to each family’s unique needs.
Increased parenting confidence
Parents gain strategies to guide their children’s behavior and create calmer, more consistent routines
Improved child development
Activities and guidance support language, motor, and social-emotional growth through everyday interactions
Reduced family stress
Activities and guidance support language, motor, and social-emotional growth through everyday interactions
Ongoing connection to resources
Families are invited to community events and have continued access to the Family Resource Pantry for essential items
