Office of African American Affairs
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Milwaukee Health Department
The Direct Assistance to Dads (DAD) Project is a free, voluntary program that provides parenting resources to Milwaukee fathers and their families. Recognizing dads as primary caregivers and experts in their child’s life, we empower dads to take on fatherhood with confidence. From home visits to group sessions, our programs help dads set personal goals and build a brighter future for their family. DOWNLOAD OUR BROCHURE
Home Visits
Connect with a Fatherhood Involvement Specialists
Meet at home or in a convenient community location
Meet at least twice a month
Develop individualized goals
Fatherhood Groups
Monthly group meet-ups
Quarterly family fun events
Brotherhood of support for the journey of fatherhood
Connections to Resources
Employment
Education
Healthcare
Legal services
Public benefits
Community resources
Health and Wellbeing
Physical health
Mental health
Child development
Parent education
Harmony in the home/co-parenting
Want to learn more about the program? Are you Interested in joining? Are you referring a dad to us? Reaching out is the first step. Our team will be happy to help you. Together, we can build stronger families, one dad at a time!
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Focus on Fathers: A Dad-Driven Support Group
Visit us on the first Thursday of each month for Focus on Fathers - a space for fathers to share experiences and receive support in a safe and confidential environment. The group is open to health department clients and Milwaukee residents.
For questions or more information, contact David Comer at [email protected] or (414) 286-6636. Meeting Location: Office of African American Affairs 4830 W. Fond du Lac Ave. 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Home Visitation and Fatherhood Information
Maternal, Infant, Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Programs
Department of Children and Families—Family Foundations Home Visiting (FFHV) Program
Parents as Teachers
National Fatherhood Initiative
Publications
MHD Blog Post: Fathers helping fathers: the health department program Connecting and Supporting Milwaukee Dads
FOX6 News: DAD Project: Milwaukee program seeks to grow The free, voluntary program connects a fatherhood involvement specialist from the department with new or expecting fathers.