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The Maternal and Child Health program offers a variety of services to Portland residents.

Residents who are pregnant or have a child up to age 5 are eligible for free in-home services. A registered nurse will provide support and education about:

Parents are eligible for on-going home visits through Maine Families - Cumberland County and The Public Health Division’s Maternal Child Health Program.

Visits are done in the family's home at no cost. We also hold Parent Support and Play Groups for families on a regular basis.

Referrals to other resources in the community are also available.

To schedule a free, in-home visit, or to learn more about the MCH Program, please contact Lynn Holaday, Program Coordinator at (207) 874–8475 or email Lynn at LH@portlandmaine.gov.

CPR for Infants and Children
Reiche School
166 Brackett Street

Our CPR classes cover infant and child CPR. We follow the guidelines of the American Heart Center CPR for family and friends. We will provide daycare certification Heartsavers upon request. Portland residents with young children may qualify for an in-home CPR class. Please call (207) 874-8475 for more information.

Parent Education
We offer talks on various topics of interest to parents of young children. Call (207) 874-8475 to be added to the mailing list.