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ARIN Intermediate Unit 28, Family Focus Program
FFP
Organizational Information
Parent Organization
ARIN IU 28
Vision, Mission and/or Purpose of Organization
An early learning program to support the development of young children as well as providing parent education.
History of Organization
The Family Focus Program was designed to support the needs of parents and children so that every child enters school ready to learn and succeed. At its core, the program uses the nationally recognized Parents as Teachers (PAT) model, an evidence-based home visiting program that has been proven effective in strengthening families, promoting positive child development, and improving school readiness. The need for the program is rooted in the challenges many families face—especially in rural communities—where access to early childhood resources, parenting support, and developmental screenings can be limited. Research consistently shows that the early years of a child’s life are critical for brain development, social-emotional growth, and laying the foundation for lifelong learning. Families who experience poverty, housing instability, or limited access to health and educational services often face additional barriers that impact both the parent’s confidence and the child’s readiness for school.
Affiliations
Parents As Teachers (PAT)
Legal Structure
Other
Funding Sources
Local State
Contact Information
Key Leader(s)
Contact Person(s)
Primary Address
Service Information
Service Area
Armstrong and Indiana Counties
Service Description
Providing parents with knowledge and resources to support their child’s development from prenatal through kindergarten entry.
Conducting regular home visits where trained parent educators share child development information, model effective interactions, and help families set goals.
Offering developmental and health screenings to identify potential delays early and connect families with appropriate interventions.
Building connections between families and local schools, health providers, and community resources to create a strong support network.
By focusing on parent engagement as the child’s first and most important teacher, the Family Focus Program addresses not only the immediate needs of families but also invests in the long-term success of children entering the education system. This program has grown from a recognition that families thrive when they have trusted guidance and support, and children thrive when their parents are equipped to nurture learning from the very beginning.
Keywords
Home Visiting Parent Education Early Childhood Education
Available Hours
8 am- 4:15 pm
Fees/Cost for Services
No cost
Eligibility Requirements
UPMC for You Insurance Referral from Children and Youth Services
How to Access Services or Schedule Appointments
ARIN IU 28