South Lane Family Relief Nursery

The Relief Nursery model seeks to stop the cycle of child abuse and neglect through intervention that strengthens parents, builds successful and resilient children, and preserves families by offering comprehensive and integrated support services.

Relief Nurseries provide comprehensive family services in quality environments to children under age six in families who are experiencing numerous stresses linked to abuse and neglect. Services are voluntary and may include:

• A variety of parenting education options
• Mental health services
• Substance abuse assessment, counseling, treatment and support
• Family strengthening and preservation programs
• Criminal involvement prevention
• Special education
• Advocacy services

The Therapeutic Early Childhood Program is the cornerstone of Relief Nurseries. Children from birth to six participate in a developmentally appropriate early childhood environment. Families typically receive home visits, parenting education and support, and family advocacy. The involvement of parents and families is critical for the childrens success. Parents and families are given support in developing parenting skills and learning how to deal appropriately with stresses they encounter.

The Relief Nursery model is based on nationally recognized standards for the best practices in early childhood education and family support. The nurseries connect with other services in the community to help families meet their various needs. The Nurseries are part of the Oregon Childrens Plan and work closely with programs such as Healthy Start, Early Intervention for special needs children, and Head Start to ensure children are getting health and education services they need to grow up healthy and prepared for school. Evaluation of Relief Nursery methods has shown that services are highly effective in preventing child abuse and keeping families together.

Child Ages:

1 year - 6 years

Licenses & Accreditations:

Oregon Employment Department - Child Care Division

Preschool:

Yes