### Question
What does family resource and support program mean?


### Answer
**Family resource and support program** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 5116h*:

> a community-based, prevention-focused entity that—


(A) provides, through direct service, the core services required under this subchapter, including—


(i) parent education, support and leadership services, together with services characterized by relationships between parents and professionals that are based on equality and respect, and designed to assist parents in acquiring parenting skills, learning about child development, and responding appropriately to the behavior of their children

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5116h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 67-CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT AND ADOPTION REFORM > SUBCHAPTER III-COMMUNITY-BASED FAMILY RESOURCE AND SUPPORT GRANTS**

