Strong Fathers, Stronger Futures
Direct Assistance for 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 brighter futures for their families.
Our Services
Home Visits
Connect with Fatherhood Involvement Specialists
Meet at home or in a convenient community location
Meet at least twice a month
Develop personalized goals
Fatherhood Groups
Monthly group meet-ups
Connect with other families
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 tips)
Who can participate?
- People who live in the city of Milwaukee
- Expecting Fathers
- Parenting fathers/father figures with a child under the age of 3 years
Small moments create big impacts
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. Please call or fill out our Home Visiting Interest Form and our team will be in touch. Together, we can build stronger families, one dad at a time!
More Resources
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 call us at
(414) 286-6636
Home Visitation and
Fatherhood Information
Maternal, Infant, Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Programs
Department of Children and Families—Family Foundations Home Visiting (FFHV) Program
Publications
Read our blog
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.