Eligibility for Nurse-Family Partnership is determined if you are a woman who is:
- Pregnant with your first child
- Less than 28 weeks pregnant
- Eligible for WIC or Medicaid
- Resident of Erie or Niagara County
Nurse-Family Partnership is a free resource that helps first-time mothers create a better future for themselves and their baby.
In this program, specially trained nurses schedule regular visits that start early in your pregnancy and continue through the child’s second birthday. This timeline allows new mothers to develop a close relationship with their nurses, who become a trusted resource and support system over time.
For women who meet income requirements, this program was designed to anticipate the barriers facing expectant mothers. The goals of the program are to keep children healthy and safe, while providing support that helps women become confident, successful mothers.