Almost $1.6 million in supplemental funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocated by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) to 23 county Birth to 3 programs last year is yielding positive results for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Counties have been using funds to promote child and family-focused pandemic recovery efforts by helping families overcome challenges related to the pandemic, including decreased access to resources and increased stress levels.
“DHS remains committed to supporting the well-being of children and families in Wisconsin during the pandemic recovery,” said DHS Secretary-designee Kirsten Johnson. “We look forward to witnessing the ongoing positive impact these initiatives have in local communities.”
