Legacy for Children, an Early Intervention Study to Promote Optimal Child Development in Low-income Families

Weekly and periodic (10 weeks blocks with 6 week break) parenting group meetings (2.5-3 hr), periodic one-on-one meetings (2 hr), visits to community resources (2-3 hr per event). Legacy intervention activities are designed to enhance sensitive and responsive parenting, parent/child interaction, and promote a sense of community. Other activities include verbal and cognitive stimulation through parent and parent/child group meetings, visits to the home, and participation in community events.