New Hampshire § 126-M-2 - Section 126-M:2 Definitions.

§ 126-M-2. Section 126-M:2 Definitions.

In this chapter: I. "Wellness and primary prevention services" may include, but are not limited to: (a) Parenting education. (b) Parent support groups. (c) Developmentally appropriate infant and toddler care. (d) Play groups for families with young children. (e) Home visiting. (f) Before and after school programs. (g) Tutoring. (h) Mentoring. (i) Job readiness. (j) Literacy and educational opportunities. (k) Skill building. (l) Health and developmental screenings for children. (m) Information and referral. (n) Outreach and community development initiatives. (o) Recreational opportunities. (p) Health promotion. (q) Illness and injury prevention. (r) Community service and diversion activities. (s) Substance misuse information, supports, and referral. II. "Family resource centers" means places in communities that are open to all families to provide wellness and primary prevention services and that partner with families to empower them so that families and communities thrive. III. "Family resource center of quality" means those family resource centers which have met the criteria required for designation by the council. IV. "Two-generation approach" means an approach which focuses on creating opportunities for and addressing needs of both vulnerable parents and children together. Services consistent with the 2-generation approach include, but are not limited to, the following: (a) Parenting support and education. (b) Opportunities that promote social interaction for children and youth, parents, and other caregivers. (c) Supports for children birth to age 5. (d) Health information and referral, including developmental screening. (e) Substance misuse support and referral. (f) Family economic success supports, including facilitating access to concrete resources.