Parents are a child's first and most important teachers, and every family deserves the support and encouragement needed to thrive. Parents as Teachers is an evidence-based home visiting program designed to help parents and caregivers build strong, nurturing relationships with their children while supporting healthy early childhood development. Through personalized home visits with trained Parent Educators, developmental screenings, family connections, and access to helpful community resources, the program equips parents with practical tools and guidance from pregnancy through their child's early years.

Oconee County First Steps is bringing Parents as Teachers to our community with a special focus on families affected by substance use and addiction recovery. By partnering with local recovery organizations, the program will provide compassionate, relationship-based support to parents who are working to rebuild stability and strengthen their families. As parents navigate the challenges of recovery, Parents as Teachers will help them nurture meaningful connections with their children, create positive learning environments, and build a stronger foundation for the future. Our goal is simple: to support the whole family so that both parents and children have the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive.