In 2015, 77 percent
of families served by MIECHV - funded programs had incomes at or below the federal poverty level, and 46 percent
of families were living in extreme poverty — at or below 50 percent
of that guideline.11 The
majority of those served by home visiting were young mothers, 39 percent were single mothers, and 43 percent were
women of color.12 Through this
targeting, home visiting programs aim to help families meet basic living standards when existing supports or income from work is falling short.