Fort Riley  Military and Family Support Center

You may be expecting your first baby or busy with a toddler. That means you have your hands full, and may have questions. Thankfully, help is at hand. The New Parent Support Program is a free service for military parents.

The program focuses on one-on-one support through home visits. Parenting classes and playgroups may also be available at some locations. Staff members include nurses, social workers and home visitation specialists.

Learn more about the New Parent Support Program.

Topics include:

• Bonding
• Breastfeeding support
• Child safety
• Managing demands
• Nutrition
• Positive discipline
• Sleep management
• Support systems

The program’s home visitors understand the challenges of military life. They can share tools for successful parenting during PCS, deployment and more.

New Parent Support Program staff are child development professionals, including registered nurses, clinical social workers, or para-professionals trained in the delivery and practice of established home visiting models. 

The program is available to military families who are expecting a baby or have kids 3 or younger. Marine Corps eligibility includes families with at least one child under 5.

Contact your Family Advocacy Program office or Military and Family Support Center.

New Parent Support Program (NPSP) services are offered by a team of registered nurses and social workers. Services are personalized and tailored to fit your family’s specific needs. NPSP is a support service, and participation is voluntary. Home visitors are sensitive to the unique challenges and stressors facing military Families. Services offered include home visits, support groups, parenting classes, and activities.

Home Visits - Home visits are arranged at your convenience. Visits can range from weekly to monthly, based on the changing needs of your Family. Visits can be scheduled to allow both parents to attend the visit, if desired.

Parenting Classes & Activities - The activities and classes offered provide “hands on” information and skill building for parents to support informed decision making and problem solving with toddlers and young children.

"MEET AND GREET" PLAY TIME -  Every Monday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (except Holidays) at King Field House, 202 Custer Avenue, Fort Riley, KS.

Military parents and children birth to 3 years old are welcome to attend!

NEXT STEPS

Every Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (except Holidays) at Army Community service, 7264 Normandy Drive, Fort Riley, KS.

Military parents and children between 12-36 months are welcome to attend.

The activities and classes offered through the New Parent Support Program provide “hands on” information and skill building for parents to support informed decision making

Resources

Meet and Greet - Playtime

Moms Together

What you need to know about NPSP

• Families don’t have to be first time parents to participate.  This program is free to all Military Families.
• NPSP staff understands that parenting is rewarding and challenging and seeks to assist Families with finding their own comfort & success with appropriate parenting while also assisting Families with minimizing the risks that may lead to abuse and neglect concerns.

Ft. Riley NPSP Staffing Includes

The Ft. Riley NPSP team is made up of seven professional (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Level Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and a Registered Nurse).  Each team member brings differing professional experiences which enhance the types and quality of services being offered to Families. 

How Do We Enroll at Fort Riley?

Just call the New Parent Support Program during regular business hours (Monday-Friday; 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM) at 785-239-9435 or stop in and visit staff at Army Community Services; Bldg. 7264; Ft. Riley, KS 66442.