Iserve as a home visitor for Early Head Start in western Wisconsin. In this role, I work with families in Eau Claire, Buffalo and Trempealeau counties —both in cities where services are more readily available, and in small towns where resources are scarce.

Every day, I meet parents and caregivers who are striving to give their children the best possible start in life. Some of these families have access to support like food pantries and housing assistance through Eau Claire County Human Services. Others live in rural areas where child care options are nonexistent, transportation is limited and families face isolation. My role is to walk alongside them — connecting families with resources, helping them set goals and ensuring their children have the chance to thrive.

As a home visitor, I pr

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