Neighborhood Families

Our federally funded Early Head Start program prepares children for pre-school. EHS enrolls parents and families with children ages 0-3 years old. During 90-minute weekly home visits, Parent Coaches provide families with holistic support to advocate for their families’ needs and to assist babies and toddlers in meeting developmental milestones. 

Families participating in our Early Head Start Program:

  –receive assistance with diapers and wipes
  –receive weekly newsletters with tips, resources, and activity 
   ideas
  –attend bi-weekly playgroups and monthly Parent Cafés
  –resource referrals and limited financial assistance with utilities
   and groceries

To enroll, please contact Shanette Nickens, Early Education Program Director

Email: Shanette@FrontPorchAlliance.Org
Phone: 816-200-7296

Our Promise 1000 Program enrolls prenatal families and families with children 1 month to 5 years. Funded locally, Promise 1000 emphasizes family, parent, and child health, wellness, and safety. Participating families can choose the frequency of their 60-minute home visits with our Parent Coaches.

Families participating in our P1000 Program:

  –receive assistance with diaper and wipes
  –receive weekly newsletters with tips, resources, and activity
   ideas
  –receive home safety equipment (cabinet locks, stove covers,
   etc.) as needed
  –attend bi-weekly playgroups and monthly Parent Cafés

With questions, please contact Shanette Nickens, Early Education Program Director:

Email: Shanette@FrontPorchAlliance.Org
Phone: 816-200-7296