### Question
What does outreach services mean?


### Answer
**Outreach services** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 12332*:

> services provided to ensure (through home visits or other methods) that parents are aware of and able to participate in family resource and support program activities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12332*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 127-COORDINATED SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES > SUBCHAPTER I-ESTABLISHMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND AWARDING OF GRANTS FOR PROGRAMS > Part B-Grants for State and Community Programs for Children, Youth, and Families**

