FY27 CAR Perinatal and Family Resource Program

The FY27 CAR Perinatal and Family Resource Program is a grant opportunity designed to provide support services to families, particularly those with risk factors for child abuse and neglect. The program aims to strengthen parenting skills, improve family functioning, and build resiliency. The grant will be awarded for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of two subsequent one-year renewals. The program will provide peer parent mentorship, parent education, and concrete supports for parents, caregivers, and families. Key services include evidence-based parenting education, perinatal health education, and care coordination. The program will also provide essential supports such as diapers, formula, and infant safety equipment. • The program will serve families with children ages birth to 17, with a primary focus on at-risk families not currently involved with DCFS, and children ages birth to five. • The program will provide a comprehensive approach to building individual skill development while strengthening support systems, enhancing family relationships, and improving access to essential resources. • The program will operate Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with the possibility of adjusting hours with prior approval from the Program Monitor. • The program will use evidence-based curriculums, such as the Nurturing Parenting education curriculum and the Celebrating Families curriculum. • The program will conduct non-clinical screenings for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Psychoactive Substance Use Disorders. • The program will provide health education on relevant topics and facilitate linkage to other resources and referrals with warm handoff for program clients.