Home visits for first-time parents

Newborn Home Visiting Program | NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH)

Short Summary

First-time parents can get support from a health professional to help with breastfeeding, health and safety tips, and connect to community resources.

Who it may help

To be eligible for this program, you should be a first-time parent who lives in one of these neighborhoods.

You may also be eligible if you are a parent with a baby less than 3 months old and who:

  • lives in a NYCHA development in one of these neighborhoods.
  • currently gets help from the Administration for Children's Services (ACS).
  • lives in a Department of Homeless Services (DHS) shelter.

What you may need

Proof of identity, NYC residency, and household income may be required.

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