Under advisement from January 27, 2026 (Item No. 14): Receive report from the Social Services Agency Office of Children and Families Policy and the Public Health Department relating to the partnership between the County and FIRST 5 Santa Clara County regarding efforts to expand home visiting.

The report provides an update on the feasibility of expanding home visiting services in Santa Clara County, focusing on partnerships with FIRST 5 Santa Clara County and the Public Health Department. It outlines four key areas of partnership: targeted universalism newborn visitation programs, workforce innovation initiatives, support for the Home Visiting Collaborative, and pilot programs combining clinical staff with community health workers. The report discusses existing models, potential costs, and the need for further exploration of funding and implementation strategies.

Key points

• The report is addressed to the Board of Supervisors from the Social Services Agency and Public Health Department.
• It discusses the feasibility of expanding home visiting services, particularly for families at risk.
• Four partnership areas are examined: newborn visitation programs, workforce innovation, support for the Home Visiting Collaborative, and pilot programs.
• The report highlights existing home visiting models and their costs, including the Family Connects model and local initiatives.
• There are no fiscal implications associated with the receipt of this informational report.

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