In comparison to control group:
- Program participants report greater help assessing services and supports (as measured by the HOME scale) in the following areas: transportation (48 percent vs. 16 percent), clothing (17 percent vs. 5 percent), baby clothing and diapers (26 percent vs. 9 percent), baby furniture and toys (22 percent vs. 4 percent), and health care (45 percent vs. 30 percent).
- Female participants report an increase in social support, as measured by the Norbeck Social Support Questionnaire (NSSQ).
- Female participants experience a significant increase in the number of people in their support network.
- Program participants use more services.
In comparison to children of control group:
- Children of program participants exhibit no impact on the physical home environment, as measured by the HOME scale.
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