Parent Organization: Clarke County Public Health
Location Information
144 West Jefferson Street, Osceola, IA, USA
Phone 6413423724 | Fax 6413422603
Program: Parents as Teachers
The Four Oaks Parents as Teachers program is a free, voluntary, family education and support program designed to provide practical, timely information on child development to families. It provides information, support and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.
Services:
The program offers 4 main components to its participants:
- Home Visits
- Developmental Screenings
- Group Meetings
- Resource Network
Intake Process:
Call for more information.
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Payment:
No Cost to Participant
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
Program: Public Health Nursing
Public Health nurses provides skilled nursing care, information on healthy lifestyle practices, and encourages changes for better health. This service is available to every citizen (of all ages) and is provided locally in every county. Skilled nursing services are provided by professional staff or associated paraprofessionals. The service available varies by county. Public Health Nurses also provide information and assistance to link families with local community resources for health and social needs.
Services:
Public Health nursing services vary by county and may include, but are not limited to:
- Pediatric home care
- Immunizations (direct or referral)
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapies
- Health teaching
- Nutrition counseling and teaching
- Initial newborn visit
- Family support home visiting
- Postpartum visits
- STI testing & treatment
Intake Process:
Contact the local office to learn more and schedule an appointment.
Hours:
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Payment:
Self Pay, Sliding Scale, No Cost to Participant
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
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