A payment program has been introduced in the city of Flint to help pregnant women.
The payment that will be received by the pregnant women in the city of Flint can be used to buy necessities. (Photo: City of Flint)
Payment Program By The City Of Flint
The city of Flint has recently implemented a maternal and infant payment program. This program by the city of Flint will provide financial support to mothers and families.
Pregnant women in the city of Flint can receive $1,500 during mid-pregnancy to use for various needs such as food, prenatal care, rent, cribs, or other essentials. After birth, families living in the city of Flint will receive $500 per month for the first 12 months of their baby’s life.
There are no income restrictions on this program implemented by the city of Flint, and recipients can use the money as they see fit. To participate, residents of the city of Flint need to complete a simple online application and meet certain verification criteria.
According to a published article by The US Sun, the program by the city of Flint called Rx Kids, is led by local pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha and is a public-private partnership. It aims to provide support to families and improve the health and well-being of infants in the city of Flint.
Potential Impact On Economic Stability
In a published article by MSUToday, the program also has the potential to impact economic stability, housing, and food security, healthcare utilization, maternal and infant health outcomes, child welfare, family well-being, and stress, as well as community reinvestment, neighborhood safety, civic engagement, population stability, and societal savings.
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