Family SPOT is a program of Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest in collaboration with faith-based and community organizations to serve the diverse needs of young children and their families. Funding is through a grant from First Things First, whose goal is to identify health and education opportunities for children birth through five years old. Family SPOT understands that parents are the key to strong and ready children, so the program offers many opportunities to help families increase protective factors that promote strong parenting and children’s optimal development that will help lead to stronger communities. Family SPOT is equipped to offer concrete support to families in times of need such as resources and referrals, family assessments, and various parenting classes. Resources and referrals provide families much-needed access to information and links to resources to increase their capability and confidence to support their child’s safety, health, and readiness for kindergarten. Family assessment appointments are held at Family SPOT Resource Centers between staff and families who are in need of community resources; completing a SNAP or AHCCCS application and linking a family with quality healthcare providers, child care, and any other resources specific to that family’s needs. Family SPOT Resource Centers offer a variety of evidence-based opportunities for parents to increase their knowledge and understanding of parenting and child development.

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