The Five Protective Factors
Parental Resilience |
Social Connections |
Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development |
Concrete Support in Times of Need |
Children's Social and Emotional Development |
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Concrete Support in Times of Need
- Child neglect can be a consequence of family crisis, a parental condition such as substance abuse, or stresses associated with lack of resources.
How Early Care and Education Programs Build It
- Offering on-site food pantries and clothing closets
- Giving referrals to specific individuals at service agencies (not just the agencies themselves) and transportation to those agencies, if needed
- Providing immediate assistance and support in the event of an eviction or other emergency
- Supporting the family throughout a crisis
- Linking family members to jobs, job training, transportation, and other means of economic security
- Serving as an access point for health care, child care subsidies, and other services
- Initiating contact or inviting conversation if staff suspect a family problem or emergency
