From first-time parents to those who have been raising their family for years, we can all use some extra help along the way. There’s a wealth of resources to help you be the best parent that you can be, while learning the best practices to raise a healthy, happy child.
From classes on child birth and dealing with difficult behaviors, to assistance to help make ends meet, support is never far.
Parent Training and Education
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Several organizations offer in person and online classes, training programs, and webinars to assist parents with all stages of child development.
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) - New Employees Of Nevada (NEON)
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Provides temporary assistance for the care of dependent children in their own homes or the homes of relatives by furnishing financial assistance, and self-sufficiency services.
Vroom! - The Children’s Cabinet
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A cost-free program designed to empower parents in nurturing their child's brain development during the crucial first five years of life.
Nevada Early Childhood Family Leadership Council - The Children’s Cabinet
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Helps ensure parents and families of young children have both leadership and decision-making roles in Nevada’s early childhood system.
Kinship Navigator Services
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Provides support with guardianship, kinship licensing, applications for financial assistance, and access to support groups, caregiver education classes and events.
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) - Child Only
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Most children living apart from their parents, including those living with family members, are eligible for child-only (non-needy) TANF cash assistance.
Nevada PEP
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Nevada PEP is a nonprofit organization that assists families of children with disabilities and behavioral health needs.
Energy Assistance Program – Division of Welfare and Supportive Services
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The EAP provides a supplement (minimum of $240 per year) to assist qualifying low-income Nevadans with the cost of home energy.
Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services
The mission of the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services is to engage clients, staff, and the community to provide public assistance benefits to all who qualify and reasonable support for children with absentee parents to help Nevadans achieve safe, stable, and healthy lives. This site includes a variety of resources for Nevada families, including:
Parent Education Programs – There are a number of parent education programs offered throughout the state of Nevada. These programs provide classes, workshops and other educational opportunities for parents or potential parents who want to improve their knowledge and skills to be effective in their parenting role. Click here to find programs that meet your families needs or you can visit Nevada 2-1-1 and search “Parenting Education” for a more complete list of available programs.
Family Resource Centers
Family Resource Centers (FRCs) provide case management, information, and referrals for individuals and families in need of assistance in accessing services and programs that will strengthen and support the family. FRCs collaborate with other agencies, schools, faith-based organizations, and government agencies to assist families to obtain needed services. FRCs emphasize community based, collaborative services that are culturally competent, accessible, and flexible. There are 18 FRC Service Areas in Nevada. To find an FRC near you visit the Family Resource Center Programs list on the Nevada Division of Health and Human Services website.
Nevada 2-1-1
2-1-1 is a special telephone number to provide information and referrals to health, human and social service organizations. Dialing 2-1-1 in almost every part of the United States will connect you to human and social services for your area. 2-1-1 services include places to find emergency food, housing and emergency shelter locations, children’s services, support for seniors, older persons, and people with disabilities, and mental health and counseling services, among many others. You can also search for resources on the Nevada 2-1-1 website or download the App on your phone.
Many women feel overwhelmed, sad, or anxious at different times during their pregnancy and even after the baby is born. For many women, these feelings go away on their own. But for some women, these emotions are more serious and may stay for months.
Parenthood is an emotional journey that many new parents feel unprepared for. These research-based tips for bonding moments and Vroom’s Brain Building Basics aid in connecting with young children and nurturing their brain development.
Food allergies in young children can present significant challenges for families, impacting not only mealtime routines but also everyday activities and social interactions. As a parent or caregiver, understanding how to navigate these allergies with patience, knowledge, and preparation is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of your child.
This campaign is supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Child Care and Development Fund through the America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Child Care and Development Program (Federal Grant #2021, G990232) and the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5) (Federal Grant #90TP099) administered by the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development, subawarded to The Children’s Cabinet. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Departments, Division, Office nor ACF.
