Good Dads Nevada

When Healthy Nevada learned about Good Dads and the amazing things they have accomplished in the communities they serve, developing a Chapter in Nevada, MO, was a no-brainer. Healthy Nevada prides itself in developing and collaborating with like-minded organizations to strengthen individual and community wellness. Introducing a father-focused initiative into that collaboration of stakeholders will only serve to strengthen and improve the health of the community.

According to the census reporter, 26% of households in Nevada are single parents. Of those, single mothers make up 19% of those households as opposed to 7% being fathers. By encouraging and fostering father engagement, economic, social and educational outcomes will improve.

Facilitators are currently attending training for New Pathways with Good Dads 2.0 and will be scheduling weekly meetings at the Healthy Nevada Innovation Center soon.  This program equips fathers with what they need to build a solid family foundation enabling them to overcome obstacles and build meaningful relationships. Additionally, the Good Dads Chapter is working with Vernon County School Districts to engage dads with the Good Dads Strong Schools Program.