Family Connects Program in Oregon

Key Points

• Family Connects offers one to three home visits from a trained nurse to families in Oregon with newborns
• The program aims to provide support and reduce stress for new parents
• Research has shown benefits such as lower ER visits and decreased likelihood of postpartum depression

Pros

• Provides free home visits from a registered nurse for families with newborns
• Offers support, guidance, and medical check-ins for new parents
• Helps reduce postpartum depression and anxiety among mothers
• Connects families with local resources for various needs

Cons

• Rolling out the program in Oregon has been costly and faced challenges
• Initial cost estimates were lower than the actual cost per family
• Insurance coverage for the program is still a work-in-progress

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