Nurturing Families Network
The Family Advocacy Center at Day Kimball Health provides parenting and social supports through the Nurturing Families Network Program. This program is designed to strengthen families in the communities we serve.
The Nurturing Families Network gives parents and caregivers the knowledge and tools they need to monitor and promote their child’s growth and development. Services and materials are provided at no cost, and all services are confidential.
To enroll or for more information, contact Sandra Assanowicz:
Cell: (860) 428-0444
Office: (860) 963-6599 Press 1 then ext. 7109
Email: SAssanowicz@daykimball.org
FOR EXPECTANT FAMILIES & CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS OLD:
MAIL AND TELEPHONE SUPPORT
Staff provide monthly mailings with helpful child development information and community resources for your infant’s first year. During telephone conversations, our staff also offer emotional support and confidential answers to your questions.
HOME VISITING
Family Support Providers use Parents as Teachers, a free, evidence-based program that connects you with resources to raise a child who is healthy, safe, and learning. We recognize, support, and celebrate your role as your child’s first and most important teacher!
With each personal visit, your Family Support Provider will help you identify and achieve your family’s goals. Visits include fun, age-appropriate activities to do with your child that promote healthy brain development. The Nurturing Families Network also includes a Fathering Program, offering in-person support to fathers and father figures.
GROUP CONNECTIONS!
Play groups are offered monthly at various times and locations targeted for caregivers with children ages 0-5. Parent Support Squad activities and Circle of Security groups are also offered on a rotating basis. All activities are free and open to the public. To learn more about the latest offerings or to join our invite list, text or call (860) 428-0444.
For more information about our groups, click below:
Spring Play Group
Summer Play Group
Fall Play Group
Winter Play Group
Parenting Support Squad
Circle of Security Group
Towns Served
Serving Windham County & Part of Tolland County:
- Woodstock
- Thompson
- Ashford
- Eastford
- Pomfret
- Putnam
- Killingly
- Chaplin
- Hampton
- Brooklyn
- Windham
- Scotland
- Canterbury
- Plainfield
- Sterling
- Union
- Willington
- Mansfield
- Coventry
- Columbia
Referral Form
Click here for a printable referral form for the program>
Locations, Hours, and Contact Information
Nurturing Families Network
Family Advocacy Center
255 Pomfret Street Putnam, CT 06260
Phone: (860) 963-6599 x7109
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.