A healthy start program
LENA Start is guided by Young Child Wellness Councils, at the state and local level, which engage key leaders in developing a common strategy and plan for improving outcomes for young children and their families. These councils join with families and public and private partners to scan communities and pinpoint unmet needs, then develop strategic plans that guide their use of five prevention and promotion strategies drawn from current research.
LENA Start will increase knowledge about healthy child development through public education campaigns and cross-disciplinary workforce development activities.