Growing Smart
Program Description
Growing Smart is HomeSafe’s early childhood developmental surveillance program designed to help families monitor and support their child’s healthy growth and development during the critical first years of life. Serving families throughout Palm Beach County, the program provides developmental screenings, parent education, and individualized support for children from birth through age two.
Through a series of home visits, Developmental Support Specialists work directly with families to help parents better understand developmental milestones and learn how to monitor their child’s progress using evidence-based screening tools. The program focuses on strengthening parental knowledge and confidence while promoting early identification of developmental or behavioral concerns.
Families receive guidance and activities that support age-appropriate development across key areas, including communication, gross and fine motor skills, problem-solving, and personal-social development. Parents also receive education related to household safety, immunizations, child behavior, and school readiness.
All services are provided free of charge in English, Spanish, and Creole.
Using the Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ-3) and Ages & Stages Questionnaire: Social-Emotional (ASQ:SE-2), the program helps identify concerns early so children and families can be connected to additional assessments and supportive services through the Healthy Beginnings System of Care when needed.
- Developmental and social-emotional screenings for young children
- Home visits with Developmental Support Specialists
- Parent education on child development and developmental milestones
- Activities and strategies that support healthy growth and learning
- Guidance on household safety, immunizations, and school readiness
- Referrals for additional assessments, early intervention, and supportive services when concerns are identified
Referral Process
Please call 561-383-9871 or email referral@helphomesafe.org to request services.
Click here to fill out the Healthy Beginnings Entry Agency referral form.