### Question
How is the "family resource and support programs" defined?


### Answer
The term **family resource and support programs** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 12352* as follows -

> community-based services that offer sustained assistance to families at various stages in their development

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12352*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 127-COORDINATED SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES > SUBCHAPTER I-ESTABLISHMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND AWARDING OF GRANTS FOR PROGRAMS > Part C-National Clearinghouse**

