Evaluation of Maternal and Child Home Visitation Programs: Lessons from Pennsylvania
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Evaluating the effectiveness of maternal and child home visitation programs can be challenging. The complexity of program models, coupled with considerations of real-world program implementation, requires thoughtful and flexible evaluation strategies. Yet, meaningful evaluations of home visitation programs are not only feasible, but are essential as policymakers demand stronger linkages between funding decisions and program outcomes.
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