Nurse-Family Partnership
The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Program works by having specially trained nurses regularly visit first-time parents, starting early in the pregnancy and continuing through the child’s second birthday. The expectant parents benefit from getting the care and support they need to have a healthy pregnancy. At the same time, new parents develop a close relationship with a nurse who becomes a trusted resource they can rely on for advice on everything from safely caring for their child to taking steps to provide a stable, secure future for them both.
NFP Program Goals
- Promote healthier pregnancies
- Improve children's health and development
- Support parents' personal development
Eligibility Criteria for NFP Enrollment
- Must be a resident of Cass County, ND.
- First-time pregnant individuals already enrolled in the Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC) or Medical Assistance (MA).
- All teens under the age of twenty and expecting their first child (there are no income requirements for teens).
- First-time pregnant individuals prior to the 29th week of pregnancy and who meet income requirements (see table below).
Income Requirements
- Individuals who are twenty years of age or older must qualify for WIC, MA or meet the below income requirements.
- *Please note: there are no income requirements for teens less than twenty years old.
Household Size | 2024 200% Federal Poverty Level Guideline |
|---|---|
2 (including unborn baby) | $39,440 |
3 (including unborn baby) | $49,720 |
4 (including unborn baby) | $60,000 |
5 (including unborn baby) | $70,280 |
Additional Information
If you're not sure whether you qualify, or if you have additional questions, please call or send a text message to 701.361.9066.
The NFP program at Fargo Cass Public Health is part of a larger program coordinated by the National Center for Children, Families and Communities. Learn more at the National NFP website.