Leadership
-------------------------------------- The Board of Directors for Healthy Famiies is a diverse group representing the Northland. Interested in joining our Board? Read more
Member
Affiliation
Susan Bartlett
North Kansas City School District
Ina Cavin
Hy-Vee, Liberty
Kathy Hulen
St. Luke's Northland Hospital
Justin Kalwei
Platte County Prosecutor's Office
Gregory "Scott" O'Dell
Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Elizabeth Schonfeldt
St. Luke's Northland Hospital
Kimberly Sidden
United Missouri Bank
David Wahlert
MarketSphere Consulting
Service Spotlight
BraveHearts Program for Dads
...an initiative designed to provide an array of services to fathers.
Through workshops, fathers learn the important role they play in their children lives, how to be active and contribute positively to their children’s well being.
Monthly activities are planned for dads, their children and mentors along with peer support.
Fees are based on residence and/or referral status, sliding scale available to those who qualify.
Participants may also qualify for Case Management services.
BraveHearts Training for Professionals …Designed for Professionals working with Men who are voluntarily, or by court order, seeking a better relationship with their children. This practical, idyllic and relaxed training on how to engage fathers uses interactive presentations, exercises and videos.
Instruction focuses on factors affecting fatherhood such as:
· Perceptions as competent caregivers
· Beliefs about fathering
· Psychological wellness & Role stress
· Characteristics of their child
· Relationship with their child’s mother
· Network of support outside of family
· Economic and work-related status
· Social isolation