The Importance of Involving Fathers (MOD013)

Often when we think of parents involved in home visitation programs we instantly picture mothers. This is because we picture mothers as being central to the child’s development. But fathers also have a direct impact on the economic, social, behavioral, cognitive and academic well-being of children. Recent research provides strong evidence for inclusion of fathers in the home visiting process and the need for home visitors to reach out to fathers. Including fathers in home visiting programs is not only good for the children; it is an opportunity to positively impact the health and well-being of the fathers. This training is designed to help home visitors to feel knowledgeable, prepared, and empowered to actively include fathers in the home visiting process. MOD013