Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP)

WHAT IS NFP?

Nurse-Family Partnership® (NFP) is an evidence-based, free community health program that serves pregnant women. Each mom is partnered with a registered nurse early in her pregnancy and receives ongoing visits. It is a life-transforming partnership, for the mom and her child. Nurse-Family Partnership helps families — and the communities they live in — become stronger while saving money for state, local and federal governments.

This program is for women who are: 

• Low-income / Medicaid-eligible
• Living in Cowlitz and Clark County
• Pregnant
  • If first pregnancy must enroll in NFP prior to 28 weeks gestation. Earlier in the pregnancy is recommended.
  • If second (or other) pregnancy there is flexibility to enroll past the 28 week mark, but the earlier in the pregnancy will get first priority.

The Nurse-Family Partnership Program can assist women to: 

• Have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby
• Become a better parent
• Build a strong support network
• Make a safe home for their baby to live and play
• Get referrals for healthcare, childcare, job training and other services in the community
• Find ways to continue their education and develop job skills
• Set goals for their family's future and find ways to help reach their goals

Program Goals

The goals of the program are to help first-time parents succeed and to:  

• Improve pregnancy outcomes – healthier babies and healthier moms
• Improve child health and development – support and education for new parents
• Improve the economic self-sufficiency of the family – setting and reaching goals for the future

Referral Process

Referrals can be made by self, schools, medical providers, and others, but must be made my fax or phone.

• Fax:  Referral form, which can be typed into then printed, or printed and filled out by hand. Once complete, fax to: (564) 397-8442
• Phone: For telephone referrals or questions call (564) 397-8440