One of the key services of Public Health Service’s Healthy Beginnings program this program is available to parents of new babies who are identified as wanting and benefiting from some extra supports as they leave the hospital with their newest little ones. The program works with families during the first three years of their children’s lives. It is offered by a friendly, experienced community visitor who provides support in participant’s homes. Staff can assist with issues in prenatal care, stress management, parenting concerns and healthy lifestyle choices. The Enhanced Home Visiting program has a referral process that is led by Public Health Services and is available throughout Cape Breton Island.