Getting started.
Who this helps
Expectant parents and parents with a new baby who live in Knox, Lincoln, or Sagadahoc County may take part.
How to get started
A certified educator can lead activities with your child, offer optional developmental screenings, discuss parenting questions, and help you learn about community resources and other families.
Call the Parent Program.
Call (207) 832-0343 to learn how to take part.
Choose a visit format.
Visits can take place in your home or over Zoom.
How they can help.
The Parent Program of Mid-Coast Maine, Inc. is a nonprofit that supports parents in local communities. Certified Parents as Teachers educators lead visits through Maine Families.
- Parent-child activities that support child development
- Optional child development screenings
- Parenting information and answers from a certified educator
- Connections to community resources and other families
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Can I join while I am pregnant?
- Can we meet by Zoom?
- What happens during a visit?
- Do I need to pay for visits?