The program is designed to break the cycle of family dysfunction by preventing foster care, residential and
other forms of out-of-home placement, and strengthening the family. The program goals include
improving family functioning; increasing social support; increasing parenting skills; improving school
and job attendance and performance; improving household living conditions; establishing daily routines;
improving adult and child self-esteem; helping clients become self-directed; and enhancing motivation for
change while decreasing family violence. The program is designed for the most seriously troubled
families. Populations served include newborns to teenagers.