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Every Mother's Advocate

Every Mother's Advocate

Every Mother’s Advocate (EMA) is a court-approved prevention program designed to support you if you’re a mom in crisis and help preserve your family. When you join EMA, you will be paired with a professional Care Coordinator and a dedicated EMA Advocate. This partnership provides you with holistic support and fosters meaningful relationships to ensure you have the resources and assistance to empower you to overcome challenges to build a strong and stable future for your family.

Who Can Apply?

Mothers in crisis who are experiencing:

  • Experiencing poverty
  • Have children in foster care
  • At-risk of family separation

Helpful tips

  • If you’re connected to a social service agency, you can submit a referral form for support.
  • If you don’t reside in the served cities, virtual support options are available.

ĒMA MODEL

A MOM’S JOURNEY THROUGH THE PROGRAM

How Does It Work

1

Submit a Referral

Complete and submit a self or community referral form. Initial Contact: Someone from the ĒMA Team will reach out to you within 24-48 hours.
2

Intake and Assessment

Participate in an intake and assessment process to determine your needs and goals.
3

Get Paired with an Advocate

You will be matched with an advocate who will guide you through the process.
4

Weekly Meetings

Your Advocate will schedule weekly meetings with you, either virtually or in person.
5

Action Plan Review

During these sessions, your Advocate will review your action plan, address current needs, and provide support.
6

Advocacy Goals

The purpose of these sessions is to build a strong relationship, offer education, and help you achieve your goals.
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