Family Connects NJ: An Overview for Healthcare Professionals

Family Connects NJ, a program funded by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, is a new program that connects parents with a specially trained nurse for a personalized follow-up visit at home within the first two weeks after their child’s birth. Visits are offered to all families at no cost, regardless of income, insurance or immigration status.  By 2027, all New Jersey residents will be eligible for this innovative program.  Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey staff will discuss the Family Connects NJ Program in northern New Jersey. Since January 2024, the program has supported birthing families across Essex County.  This webinar will highlight the program goals and outcomes and share how healthcare professionals can refer families as the initiative expands to Bergen, Hudson, Passaic, and Sussex counties in 2025.  This webinar is for healthcare professionals. Registration is required.  Professional education credits will not be provided.  Learn more about this innovative program at https://www.familyconnectsnj.org.