The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Program helps first-time parents build a healthy start for themselves and their babies. Serving eligible families in the Amarillo, Texas area, Nurse-Family Partnership connects first-time mothers with a specially trained personal nurse who provides advice, education, and support during pregnancy and through the child’s second birthday.
Pregnancy and becoming a parent can bring many questions. NFP gives mothers someone they can turn to for reliable information and personal support. Through regular visits, the nurse and mother work together to support a healthy pregnancy, prepare for the baby’s arrival, understand the child’s development, and plan for the family’s future.
Nurse-Family Partnership positively transforms the lives of vulnerable babies, mothers, and families.
Our mission begins with supporting mothers during pregnancy and continues through the important first two years of a child’s life. By building a trusted relationship with a personal nurse, mothers can gain knowledge and confidence as they make decisions about their health, their baby, and their future.
Our vision is a future where all children are healthy, families thrive, communities prosper, and the cycle of poverty is broken.
Strong communities begin with strong families. Providing support early in a child’s life can help parents create a healthier foundation for the years ahead. Through the Nurse-Family Partnership Program in Amarillo, Texas, families receive one-on-one support during a time when guidance and encouragement can make an important difference.
Nurse-Family Partnership approaches its work with an intentional and strong sense of urgency to change lives. We strive to be tenacious caregivers who bring passion and excellence to nursing practice and professional services.
We actively listen to and serve our families while seeking solutions that meet their needs. NFP provides leadership in the field of evidence-based home visitation programs and continues to innovate while staying focused on the changing needs of parents, babies, and communities.
Our work is built upon the science of pregnancy, brain development, and early childhood development. We use this knowledge to help parents better understand their baby's health, growth, and development.
NFP also works to promote health equity and improve outcomes for the mothers and babies we serve. Families are treated with dignity and respect. Differences in race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran status are respected and honored.
In every interaction, we strive to be respectful, collaborative, responsible, and tenacious on behalf of our families.
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The relationship between a mother and her personal nurse is at the heart of Nurse-Family Partnership. Instead of families having to navigate pregnancy and early parenthood alone, a nurse is there to provide information, answer questions, and offer support.
During pregnancy, mothers can learn more about caring for themselves and preparing for their baby's arrival. After the baby is born, that support continues as parents learn about their child's health, growth, safety, and development.
This long-term relationship gives first-time mothers an opportunity to build confidence as they grow into their new role as a parent.
Families interested in the Nurse-Family Partnership Program in Amarillo may qualify if the mother is:
Eligible participants may receive a FREE personal nurse who provides advice, support, education, and information throughout pregnancy and until the child's second birthday.
Having a baby changes almost every part of life. For a first-time parent, even small decisions can bring questions.
NFP provides families with a consistent source of support. Mothers can develop a relationship with a nurse who gets to know them, understands their goals, and helps them find information and resources as their needs change.
That support is one reason Nurse-Family Partnership is more than a pregnancy program. It is a home visiting and family support program designed to help mothers and babies build a healthier beginning together.
If you or someone you know is expecting a first baby, the Nurse-Family Partnership Program serving Amarillo, Texas may be able to help.
Early referrals are important because participants must meet eligibility requirements, including being 28 weeks pregnant or less.
To learn more about Nurse-Family Partnership, eligibility, or how to make a referral, contact Coalition of Health Services at 806-337-1700.
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Connect with the Nurse Family Partnership team serving the Amarillo, Texas area.
Liz Favela
MSN, RNC-NIC, CLC
NFP Nurse Supervisor
From a young age, Liz Favela dreamed of becoming a nurse, starting her journey as a candy striper before pursuing her formal education. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2009 and dedicated 12 years to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where she obtained her RNC-NIC certification, showcasing her commitment to the tiniest patients.
For the past six years, Liz has made a significant impact in the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program, spending two years as a nurse home visitor and the last four years as a nurse supervisor. Her dedication to maternal and child health also led her to become a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), helping mothers successfully breastfeed.
Liz’s contributions to the nursing profession have not gone unnoticed; she was honored with the Panhandle Great 25 Nurses Award in 2021 and, in 2022, graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Population Health. Her leadership and excellence in nursing were further recognized in 2023 when she received the Daisy Award for her outstanding accomplishments as an NFP supervisor and her commitment to education.
With a passion for improving health outcomes and a heart for service, Liz continues to inspire those around her and make a lasting difference in her community.
