Support for those caring for young children: Birth to Five Program
Caregivers of children ages birth to 5 may be able to get help from our team of nurses and partners. There is no cost for our services.
To qualify, the child must have a case in SF Family and Children's Services (CPS). There are services available to different types of caregivers.
Parents of children ages birth to 5 years
A public health nurse from our team can visit you and your child at home if you
- have questions about your child's health needs
- need help scheduling appointments
- would like support with parenting
- are worried about your child's development
Resource (foster) parents and relatives caring for children ages birth to 3 years
Our Infant Training Program provides guidance and information to caregivers of infants and children with complex medical needs and developmental challenges, including in-utero substance exposed newborns
Monthly Resource Family Support Groups in English and Spanish
Parents in SF Family Treatment Court
A public health nurse is a part of your family treatment court team and can
- visit you and your child at home or in your treatment program
- visit your child if they are out of home
- help you understand your child's health and developmental needs
- connect you to a SafeCare parenting program provider
For more information contact:
Marcy Spaulding, Birth to Five Program Charge Nurse Tel: 415-987-1578 or email: Marcy.Spaulding@sfgov.org