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    • Public health

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    • Chronic stress negatively impacts parenting and child development.
    • Interventions for low-income parents face engagement challenges.
    • Family service providers also experience high stress levels.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • Evaluate a stress reduction and wellness program for parents and service providers.
    • Assess feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy.
    • Utilize a university-community collaboration model.

    Main Methods:

    • Mixed-methods approach assessing engagement, retention, satisfaction, and well-being.
    • Program delivered in multiple formats to parents and staff.
    • Targeted community-based programs serving families with young children.

    Main Results:

    • High program satisfaction reported by participants.
    • Significant pre-post improvements in parents' coping skills and mental health.
    • Identified program strengths, barriers, and areas for enhancement.

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    • The stress reduction program demonstrates potential for low-income parents and service providers.
    • Continued collaboration is key to overcoming barriers.
    • Future iterations may improve accessibility and effectiveness.