Nurse Home Visiting Programs

Chippewa County Department of Public Health offers two programs for pregnant people living in Chippewa County. The programs give the support and information needed to have a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. You do not need to be a legal resident. 

Healthy Beginnings Plus Program

Nurses work with families until the baby is 2 months old.

Nurse Family Partnership Program

Nurses work with families until the baby is 2 years old.

Want to know if you're eligible for the program? Visit the Nurse-Family Partnership website for more information.  

These programs provide:

• Personal support to set goals and reach them.
• Help getting health care.
• Information on topics like: eating habits, preparing for childbirth and parenting, safe sleep, child development, staying active, breastfeeding, and more.
• Help finding community resources. 

Enroll anytime during your pregnancy (the sooner the better!).

To apply, do one of the following:

• Call us at 715-726-7900. 
• If you have WIC, ask at your next appointment. 
• Have your healthcare provider fill out this Referral Form and fax it to the appropriate county listed on the form.
• Nurse Family Partnership website.

You are income eligible if you qualify for other programs like:

• WIC
• FoodShare
• Medicaid
• BadgerCare Plus
• Wisconsin Works Program (W-2)

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