Parenting & Family/Housing Support
Services for families offer guidance, resources, and assistance to help parents navigate the challenges of raising young children. These services aim to strengthen families, provide support, and ensure children have the best start in life.
Programs and Services
Federal Public Housing
The federal public housing program was established to provide rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Housing Choice Vouchers (formerly known as Section 8)
Participating families are free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and are not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects.
TANF/TAONF
TANF and TAONF provides monthly cash benefits to families for food clothing, shelter, and other essentials.
Family Services
Early Learning
From free Pre-K at public and charter schools to programs like Head Start and child care subsidies, there’s support for every stage from birth to age 5.
Food & Nutrition
From WIC to SNAP to free and reduced-price school meals, these programs support families with access to nutritious food for children from birth through school age.
Health & Safety
Making sure children are healthy and safe is very important for their growth. Med-QUEST and CHIP are here to make sure families have the health coverage they need to care for their loved ones.
Parenting & Family/Housing Support
From home visits for new parents to housing and financial assistance, these programs help families build strong foundations and meet everyday needs.
Special Needs & Early Intervention
Free developmental screenings and early intervention services help identify needs early and give families the tools to help their children grow and thrive.
