A Washington County program is one of 54 programs across the state to be honored with a credential. Washington County’s The Family Connection program, Washington County Public Health and Home Care of Washington County earned the Iowa Support Credential and celebrated the achievement Thursday. Janet Horras, State Home Visitation Program Director, presented the award to program staff and administrators.

To earn the credential, an evaluation was conducted regarding adherence to the Iowa Family Support Standards and The Family Connection met all of the 139 standards. The credential is valid for the next five years.