Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP)

Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) in Elk Grove, CA, is an esteemed early childhood intervention program dedicated to empowering mothers and their children through evidence-based nurse home visitation. Managed by the Sacramento County Department of Health Services, NFP accepts referrals from across the Sacramento County area, ensuring that all families have access to vital resources. Our mission focuses on enhancing pregnancy outcomes by promoting healthy behaviors, encouraging mothers to seek proper prenatal care, improve nutrition, and minimize substance use. We are also committed to fostering child health and development by equipping parents with the skills necessary for nurturing care. In addition, we strive to improve families’ economic self-sufficiency through goal-setting, educational guidance, and job support. Our public health nurses conduct home visits throughout the pregnancy and the first two years of the child's life, providing personalized assistance tailored to the developmental needs of both mother and child. Our protocols emphasize personal and environmental health, promoting strong mother-child bonds and effective parenting practices, while connecting families to essential community resources. NFP upholds a vision of healthier families and brighter futures for our Elk Grove community.