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Head Start staff working in home-based programs build and sustain positive relationships with families. They also provide a consistent, supportive base to promote effective parent-child relationships. Though this work is rewarding, staff may experience unique circumstances that contribute to stress, which can impact their work and their wellness. Discover the importance of staff wellness and professional boundaries in home-based settings. Explore safety practices to enhance staff relationships with families. Learn about strategies for self-care and reducing stress. Find resources to support your work with families in home-based programs.

Topics for the webinar include:

• How home visitors can build and sustain positive relationships with families
• Home visitor job factors that can contribute to stress and burnout
• Strategies to prevent, reduce, and address stress
• Resources that support staff wellness for home visitors

Target Audience

• Program directors
• Education managers
• Home visitors and their supervisors
• Regional T/TA staff who support home visiting programs and home-based program staff
• Support staff