Project M.O.R.E (Making Opportunities for Responsible parenting and Education) is an intensive home visiting program for pregnant and or parenting teens in Cabarrus County. Using the statewide Adolescent Pregnancy Program (APP) framework, Project M.O.R.E will support adolescent parents who are committed to completing their education, improving parenting abilities and preventing repeat pregnancies.
Program Goals
- Increase the delay of subsequent pregnancies
- Increase high school graduation or completion of GED
- Increase positive parenting among APP participants
- Increase child's physical well-being by establishing a medical home and creating a safe home environment
Services Offered
- Fun learning games you can play with your baby
- Learning about what will happen as your baby grows
- Helping you find ways to get the things you and your baby need
- Books for your child and ways to help them learn through play
Eligibility
- Must live in Cabarrus County
- Must be 19 years old or less
- Must be a full-time student or actively working on GED
- Must be pregnant or have a child under 5 years old